38099160Tariff Item (8-digit)Section VI

HSN Code 38099160 – Textile Assistants—Textile Preservatives

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

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HSN Code

38099160

Chapter

38

Digits

8-digit

Section

VI

What is HSN Code 38099160?

HSN code 38099160 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Textile Assistants—Textile Preservatives 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 textile assistants—textile preservatives must quote HSN 38099160 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 38099160

LevelCodeDescription
Chapter38miscellaneous chemical products
Heading3809finishing agents, dye carriers to accelerate the dyeing or fixing of dye-stuffs and other products and preparations (for example, dressings and mordants), of a kind used in the textile, paper, leather or like industries, not elsewhere specified or included
Sub-heading380991of a kind used in the textile or like industries:
Tariff38099160textile assistants—textile preservatives

GST rate for HSN 38099160

Goods under HSN 38099160 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 38099160 — FAQs

What is HSN code 38099160?

HSN code 38099160 classifies "Textile Assistants—Textile Preservatives" 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 38099160?

38099160 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 38099160?

Goods under HSN 38099160 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 Textile Assistants—Textile Preservatives.

Which chapter does HSN code 38099160 belong to?

HSN 38099160 belongs to Chapter 38 — Miscellaneous Chemical Products, part of Section VI: Chemical Products.

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