36Chapter (2-digit)Section VI

HSN Code 36 – Explosives; Pyrotechnic Products; Matches; Pyrophoric Alloys; Certain Combustible…

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HSN Code

36

Chapter

36

Digits

2-digit

Section

VI

What is HSN Code 36?

HSN code 36 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Explosives; Pyrotechnic Products; Matches; Pyrophoric Alloys; Certain Combustible… under India's Goods and Services Tax (GST). It is a 2-digit code sitting at the chapter (2-digit) level of the HSN hierarchy.

This code belongs to Chapter 36 — Explosives; Pyrotechnic Products; Matches; Pyrophoric Alloys; Certain…, which is part of Section VI: Chemical Products. Every GST-registered business supplying explosives; pyrotechnic products; matches; pyrophoric alloys; certain combustible… must quote HSN 36 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 36

LevelCodeDescription
Chapter36explosives; pyrotechnic products; matches; pyrophoric alloys; certain combustible preparations

GST rate for HSN 36

Goods under HSN 36 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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Sub-codes under this classification

HSN CodeDescription
3601propellant powders
3602prepared explosives, other than propellant powders
3603safety fuses; detonating cords; percussion or detonating caps; igniters; electric detonators
3604fireworks, signalling flares, rain rockets, fog signals and other pyrotechnic articles
3605matches, other than pyrotechnic articles of heading 3604
3606ferro-cerium and other pyrophoric alloys in all forms; articles of combustible materials as specified in note 2 to this chapter

HSN Code 36 — FAQs

What is HSN code 36?

HSN code 36 classifies "Explosives; Pyrotechnic Products; Matches; Pyrophoric Alloys; Certain Combustible…" under India's GST regime. It falls under Chapter 36 (Explosives; Pyrotechnic Products; Matches; Pyrophoric Alloys; Certain…) of the Harmonized System of Nomenclature.

How many digits is HSN code 36?

36 is a 2-digit HSN code — a chapter (2-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 36?

Goods under HSN 36 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 Explosives; Pyrotechnic Products; Matches; Pyrophoric Alloys; Certain Combustible….

Which chapter does HSN code 36 belong to?

HSN 36 belongs to Chapter 36 — Explosives; Pyrotechnic Products; Matches; Pyrophoric Alloys; Certain…, part of Section VI: Chemical Products.

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