38089400Tariff Item (8-digit)Section VI

HSN Code 38089400 – Disinfectants

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

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HSN Code

38089400

Chapter

38

Digits

8-digit

Section

VI

What is HSN Code 38089400?

HSN code 38089400 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Disinfectants 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 38 — Miscellaneous Chemical Products, which is part of Section VI: Chemical Products. Every GST-registered business supplying disinfectants must quote HSN 38089400 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 38089400

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-heading380894disinfectants
Tariff38089400disinfectants

GST rate for HSN 38089400

Goods under HSN 38089400 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 38089400 — FAQs

What is HSN code 38089400?

HSN code 38089400 classifies "Disinfectants" 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 38089400?

38089400 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 38089400?

Goods under HSN 38089400 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 Disinfectants.

Which chapter does HSN code 38089400 belong to?

HSN 38089400 belongs to Chapter 38 — Miscellaneous Chemical Products, part of Section VI: Chemical Products.

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