38140020Tariff Item (8-digit)Section VI

HSN Code 38140020 – Prepared Paint Or Varnish Removers

Full GST classification for Prepared Paint Or Varnish Removers — chapter, heading and tariff hierarchy, GST rate slabs and related HSN codes. Updated for India GST.

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HSN Code

38140020

Chapter

38

Digits

8-digit

Section

VI

What is HSN Code 38140020?

HSN code 38140020 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Prepared Paint Or Varnish Removers 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 prepared paint or varnish removers must quote HSN 38140020 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 38140020

LevelCodeDescription
Chapter38miscellaneous chemical products
Heading3814organic composite solvents and thinners, not elsewhere specified or included; prepared paint or varnish removers
Sub-heading381400organic composite solvents and thinners, not elsewhere specified or included, prepared paint or varnish removers :
Tariff38140020prepared paint or varnish removers

GST rate for HSN 38140020

Goods under HSN 38140020 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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Related HSN codes

HSN CodeDescription
38140010organic composite solvents and thinners, not elsewhere specified or included
38140011containing methane, ethane or propane chlorofluorocarbons (cfcs), whether not containing hydrochlorofluorocarbons (hcfcs)
38140012containing methane, ethane or propane hydrochlorofluorocarbons (hcfcs), but not containing chlorofluorocarbons (cfcs)
38140013containing carbon tetrachloride, bromochloromethane or 1,1,1-trichloroethane (methyl chloroform)
38140019other
38140021containing methane, ethane or propane chlorofluorocarbons (cfcs), whether not containing hydrochlorofluorocarbons (hcfcs)
38140022containing methane, ethane or propane hydrochlorofluorocarbons (hcfcs), but not containing chlorofluorocarbons (cfcs)
38140023containing carbon tetrachloride, bromochloromethane or 1,1,1-trichloroethane (methyl chloroform)
38140029other

HSN Code 38140020 — FAQs

What is HSN code 38140020?

HSN code 38140020 classifies "Prepared Paint Or Varnish Removers" 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 38140020?

38140020 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 38140020?

Goods under HSN 38140020 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 Prepared Paint Or Varnish Removers.

Which chapter does HSN code 38140020 belong to?

HSN 38140020 belongs to Chapter 38 — Miscellaneous Chemical Products, part of Section VI: Chemical Products.

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