34012000Tariff Item (8-digit)Section VI

HSN Code 34012000 – Soap In Other Forms

Full GST classification for Soap In Other Forms — chapter, heading and tariff hierarchy, GST rate slabs and related HSN codes. Updated for India GST.

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HSN Code

34012000

Chapter

34

Digits

8-digit

Section

VI

What is HSN Code 34012000?

HSN code 34012000 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Soap In Other Forms 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 34 — Soap, Organic Surface-Active Agents, Washing Preparations,…, which is part of Section VI: Chemical Products. Every GST-registered business supplying soap in other forms must quote HSN 34012000 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 34012000

LevelCodeDescription
Chapter34soap, organic surface-active agents, washing preparations, lubricating preparations, artificial waxes, prepared waxes, polishing or scouring preparations, candles and similar articles, modelling pastes, "dental waxes" and dental preparations with a basis of plaster
Heading3401soap, organic surface-active products and preparations for use as soap, in the form of bars, cakes, moulded pieces or shapes, whether or not containing soap, organic surface-active products and preparations for washing the skin, in the form of liquid or cream and put up for retail sale, whether or not containing soap, paper, wadding, felt and nonwovens, impregnated, coated or covered with soap or detergent
Sub-heading340120soap in other forms
Tariff34012000soap in other forms

GST rate for HSN 34012000

Goods under HSN 34012000 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 34012000 — FAQs

What is HSN code 34012000?

HSN code 34012000 classifies "Soap In Other Forms" under India's GST regime. It falls under Chapter 34 (Soap, Organic Surface-Active Agents, Washing Preparations,…) of the Harmonized System of Nomenclature.

How many digits is HSN code 34012000?

34012000 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 34012000?

Goods under HSN 34012000 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 Soap In Other Forms.

Which chapter does HSN code 34012000 belong to?

HSN 34012000 belongs to Chapter 34 — Soap, Organic Surface-Active Agents, Washing Preparations,…, part of Section VI: Chemical Products.

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