380891Sub-heading (6-digit)Section VI

HSN Code 380891 – Insecticides,

Full GST classification for Insecticides, — chapter, heading and tariff hierarchy, GST rate slabs and related HSN codes. Updated for India GST.

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HSN Code

380891

Chapter

38

Digits

6-digit

Section

VI

What is HSN Code 380891?

HSN code 380891 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Insecticides, under India's Goods and Services Tax (GST). It is a 6-digit code sitting at the sub-heading (6-digit) level of the HSN hierarchy.

This code belongs to Chapter 38 — Miscellaneous Chemical Products, which is part of Section VI: Chemical Products. Every GST-registered business supplying insecticides, must quote HSN 380891 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 380891

LevelCodeDescription
Chapter38miscellaneous chemical products
Heading3808insecticides, rodenticides, fungicides, herbicides, anti-sprouting products and plant-growth regulators, disinfectants and similar products, put up in forms or packings for retail sale or as preparations or articles (for example, sulphurtreated bands, wicks and candles, and fly-papers)
Sub-heading380891insecticides,

GST rate for HSN 380891

Goods under HSN 380891 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
38089111aluminium phosphate (for example phostoxin)
38089112calcium cyanide
38089113d.d.v.p. (dimethyle-dichloro-vinyl- phosphate)
38089121diaginal
38089122methyl bromide
38089123dimethoate, technical grade
38089124melathion
38089131endosulphan, technical grade
38089132quinal phos
38089133isoproturon
38089134fenthion
38089135cipermethrin, technical grade
38089136allethrin
38089137synthetic pyrethrum
38089141goods specified in supplementary note 1 to this chapter
38089142goods specified in supplementary note 2 to this chapter
38089151goods specified in supplementary note 3 to this chapter
38089152goods specified in supplementary note 4 to this chapter
38089191repellants for insects such as flies, mosquito
38089192paper impregnated or coated with insecticides such as d.d.t. coated paper
38089193containing bromomethane (methyl bromide) or bromochloromethane
38089199other

HSN Code 380891 — FAQs

What is HSN code 380891?

HSN code 380891 classifies "Insecticides," under India's GST regime. It falls under Chapter 38 (Miscellaneous Chemical Products) of the Harmonized System of Nomenclature.

How many digits is HSN code 380891?

380891 is a 6-digit HSN code — a sub-heading (6-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 380891?

Goods under HSN 380891 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 Insecticides,.

Which chapter does HSN code 380891 belong to?

HSN 380891 belongs to Chapter 38 — Miscellaneous Chemical Products, part of Section VI: Chemical Products.

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