29181700Tariff Item (8-digit)Section VI

HSN Code 291817002, 2-Diphenyl-2-Hydroxyacetic Acid (Benzilic Acid)

Full GST classification for 2, 2-Diphenyl-2-Hydroxyacetic Acid (Benzilic Acid) — chapter, heading and tariff hierarchy, GST rate slabs and related HSN codes. Updated for India GST.

HSN Code

29181700

Chapter

29

Digits

8-digit

Section

VI

What is HSN Code 29181700?

HSN code 29181700 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for 2, 2-Diphenyl-2-Hydroxyacetic Acid (Benzilic Acid) under India's Goods and Services Tax (GST). It is a 8-digit code sitting at the tariff item (8-digit) level of the HSN hierarchy.

This code belongs to Chapter 29 — Organic Chemicals, which is part of Section VI: Chemical Products. Every GST-registered business supplying 2, 2-diphenyl-2-hydroxyacetic acid (benzilic acid) must quote HSN 29181700 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 29181700

LevelCodeDescription
Chapter29organic chemicals
Heading2918carboxylic acids with additional oxygen function and their anhydrides, halides, peroxides and peroxyacids, their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives
Sub-heading2918172, 2-diphenyl-2-hydroxyacetic acid (benzilic acid)
Tariff291817002, 2-diphenyl-2-hydroxyacetic acid (benzilic acid)

GST rate for HSN 29181700

Goods under HSN 29181700 attract GST at one of the five standard slabs. The exact rate depends on the specific product and the latest GST Council notification — always confirm before invoicing.

0%

Nil / Exempt

Fresh produce, milk, cereals, books

5%

Merit rate

Essentials, packaged food, transport

12%

Standard-low

Processed food, mobiles, apparel > ₹1,000

18%

Standard

Most goods, electronics, services

28%

Demerit / luxury

Cars, cement, aerated drinks, tobacco

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HSN Code 29181700 — FAQs

What is HSN code 29181700?

HSN code 29181700 classifies "2, 2-Diphenyl-2-Hydroxyacetic Acid (Benzilic Acid)" under India's GST regime. It falls under Chapter 29 (Organic Chemicals) of the Harmonized System of Nomenclature.

How many digits is HSN code 29181700?

29181700 is a 8-digit HSN code — a tariff item (8-digit). Businesses declare 4-digit HSN (turnover up to ₹5 crore) or 6-digit HSN (above ₹5 crore) on GST invoices; 8-digit codes are used for exports and imports.

What is the GST rate for HSN code 29181700?

Goods under HSN 29181700 are taxed at one of the GST slabs — 0%, 5%, 12%, 18% or 28% — depending on the exact product and the latest GST Council notification. Use the Laabam.One GST Rate Finder to confirm the current rate for 2, 2-Diphenyl-2-Hydroxyacetic Acid (Benzilic Acid).

Which chapter does HSN code 29181700 belong to?

HSN 29181700 belongs to Chapter 29 — Organic Chemicals, part of Section VI: Chemical Products.

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