3603Heading (4-digit)Section VI

HSN Code 3603 – Safety Fuses; Detonating Cords; Percussion Or Detonating Caps; Igniters; Electric…

Full GST classification for Safety Fuses; Detonating Cords; Percussion Or Detonating Caps; Igniters; Electric… — chapter, heading and tariff hierarchy, GST rate slabs and related HSN codes. Updated for India GST.

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HSN Code

3603

Chapter

36

Digits

4-digit

Section

VI

What is HSN Code 3603?

HSN code 3603 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Safety Fuses; Detonating Cords; Percussion Or Detonating Caps; Igniters; Electric… 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 36 — Explosives; Pyrotechnic Products; Matches; Pyrophoric Alloys; Certain…, which is part of Section VI: Chemical Products. Every GST-registered business supplying safety fuses; detonating cords; percussion or detonating caps; igniters; electric… must quote HSN 3603 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 3603

LevelCodeDescription
Chapter36explosives; pyrotechnic products; matches; pyrophoric alloys; certain combustible preparations
Heading3603safety fuses; detonating cords; percussion or detonating caps; igniters; electric detonators

GST rate for HSN 3603

Goods under HSN 3603 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 3603 — FAQs

What is HSN code 3603?

HSN code 3603 classifies "Safety Fuses; Detonating Cords; Percussion Or Detonating Caps; Igniters; Electric…" 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 3603?

3603 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 3603?

Goods under HSN 3603 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 Safety Fuses; Detonating Cords; Percussion Or Detonating Caps; Igniters; Electric….

Which chapter does HSN code 3603 belong to?

HSN 3603 belongs to Chapter 36 — Explosives; Pyrotechnic Products; Matches; Pyrophoric Alloys; Certain…, part of Section VI: Chemical Products.

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