3203Heading (4-digit)Section VI

HSN Code 3203 – Colouring Matter Of Vegetable Or Animal Origin (Including Dyeing Extracts But Excluding…

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HSN Code

3203

Chapter

32

Digits

4-digit

Section

VI

What is HSN Code 3203?

HSN code 3203 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Colouring Matter Of Vegetable Or Animal Origin (Including Dyeing Extracts But Excluding… 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 32 — Tanning Or Dyeing Extracts; Tannins And Their Derivatives; Dyes,…, which is part of Section VI: Chemical Products. Every GST-registered business supplying colouring matter of vegetable or animal origin (including dyeing extracts but excluding… must quote HSN 3203 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 3203

LevelCodeDescription
Chapter32tanning or dyeing extracts; tannins and their derivatives; dyes, pigments and other colouring matter; paints and varnishes; putty and other mastics; inks
Heading3203colouring matter of vegetable or animal origin (including dyeing extracts but excluding animal black), whether or not chemically defined; preparations as specified in note 3 to this chapter based on colouring matter of vegetable or animal origin

GST rate for HSN 3203

Goods under HSN 3203 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 3203 — FAQs

What is HSN code 3203?

HSN code 3203 classifies "Colouring Matter Of Vegetable Or Animal Origin (Including Dyeing Extracts But Excluding…" under India's GST regime. It falls under Chapter 32 (Tanning Or Dyeing Extracts; Tannins And Their Derivatives; Dyes,…) of the Harmonized System of Nomenclature.

How many digits is HSN code 3203?

3203 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 3203?

Goods under HSN 3203 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 Colouring Matter Of Vegetable Or Animal Origin (Including Dyeing Extracts But Excluding….

Which chapter does HSN code 3203 belong to?

HSN 3203 belongs to Chapter 32 — Tanning Or Dyeing Extracts; Tannins And Their Derivatives; Dyes,…, part of Section VI: Chemical Products.

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