38231100Tariff Item (8-digit)Section VI

HSN Code 38231100 – Stearic Acid

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

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HSN Code

38231100

Chapter

38

Digits

8-digit

Section

VI

What is HSN Code 38231100?

HSN code 38231100 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Stearic Acid 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 stearic acid must quote HSN 38231100 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 38231100

LevelCodeDescription
Chapter38miscellaneous chemical products
Heading3823industrial monocarboxylic fatty acids; acid oils from refining; industrial fatty alcohols
Sub-heading382311stearic acid
Tariff38231100stearic acid

GST rate for HSN 38231100

Goods under HSN 38231100 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
38231111industrial monocarboxylic fatty acids; acid oils from refining; industrial fatty alcohols industrial monocarboxylic fatty acids; acid oils from refining: stearic acid: palm stearin: crude
38231112industrial monocarboxylic fatty acids; acid oils from refining; industrial fatty alcohols industrial monocarboxylic fatty acids; acid oils from refining: stearic acid: palm stearin: rbd
38231119industrial monocarboxylic fatty acids; acid oils from refining; industrial fatty alcohols industrial monocarboxylic fatty acids; acid oils from refining: stearic acid: palm stearin: other
38231190industrial monocarboxylic fatty acids; acid oils from refining; industrial fatty alcohols industrial monocarboxylic fatty acids; acid oils from refining: stearic acid: other stearic acid or stearin

HSN Code 38231100 — FAQs

What is HSN code 38231100?

HSN code 38231100 classifies "Stearic Acid" 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 38231100?

38231100 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 38231100?

Goods under HSN 38231100 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 Stearic Acid.

Which chapter does HSN code 38231100 belong to?

HSN 38231100 belongs to Chapter 38 — Miscellaneous Chemical Products, part of Section VI: Chemical Products.

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