2940Heading (4-digit)Section VI

HSN Code 2940 – Chemically Pure, Other Than Sucrose, Lactose, Maltose, Glucose And Fructose, Sugar…

Full GST classification for Chemically Pure, Other Than Sucrose, Lactose, Maltose, Glucose And Fructose, Sugar… — chapter, heading and tariff hierarchy, GST rate slabs and related HSN codes. Updated for India GST.

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HSN Code

2940

Chapter

29

Digits

4-digit

Section

VI

What is HSN Code 2940?

HSN code 2940 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Chemically Pure, Other Than Sucrose, Lactose, Maltose, Glucose And Fructose, Sugar… under India's Goods and Services Tax (GST). It is a 4-digit code sitting at the heading (4-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 chemically pure, other than sucrose, lactose, maltose, glucose and fructose, sugar… must quote HSN 2940 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 2940

LevelCodeDescription
Chapter29organic chemicals
Heading2940chemically pure, other than sucrose, lactose, maltose, glucose and fructose, sugar ethers, sugar acetals and sugar esters and their salts, other than products of headings 2937, 2938 or 2938

GST rate for HSN 2940

Goods under HSN 2940 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 2940 — FAQs

What is HSN code 2940?

HSN code 2940 classifies "Chemically Pure, Other Than Sucrose, Lactose, Maltose, Glucose And Fructose, Sugar…" under India's GST regime. It falls under Chapter 29 (Organic Chemicals) of the Harmonized System of Nomenclature.

How many digits is HSN code 2940?

2940 is a 4-digit HSN code — a heading (4-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 2940?

Goods under HSN 2940 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 Chemically Pure, Other Than Sucrose, Lactose, Maltose, Glucose And Fructose, Sugar….

Which chapter does HSN code 2940 belong to?

HSN 2940 belongs to Chapter 29 — Organic Chemicals, part of Section VI: Chemical Products.

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