3821Heading (4-digit)Section VI

HSN Code 3821 – Prepared Culture Media For Development Or Maintenance Of Micro-Organism (Including…

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HSN Code

3821

Chapter

38

Digits

4-digit

Section

VI

What is HSN Code 3821?

HSN code 3821 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Prepared Culture Media For Development Or Maintenance Of Micro-Organism (Including… 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 38 — Miscellaneous Chemical Products, which is part of Section VI: Chemical Products. Every GST-registered business supplying prepared culture media for development or maintenance of micro-organism (including… must quote HSN 3821 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 3821

LevelCodeDescription
Chapter38miscellaneous chemical products
Heading3821prepared culture media for development or maintenance of micro-organism (including viruses and the like) or of plant human or animal cells

GST rate for HSN 3821

Goods under HSN 3821 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 3821 — FAQs

What is HSN code 3821?

HSN code 3821 classifies "Prepared Culture Media For Development Or Maintenance Of Micro-Organism (Including…" 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 3821?

3821 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 3821?

Goods under HSN 3821 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 Culture Media For Development Or Maintenance Of Micro-Organism (Including….

Which chapter does HSN code 3821 belong to?

HSN 3821 belongs to Chapter 38 — Miscellaneous Chemical Products, part of Section VI: Chemical Products.

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