38231300Tariff Item (8-digit)Section VI

HSN Code 38231300Tall Oil Fatty Acids

Full GST classification for Tall Oil Fatty Acids — chapter, heading and tariff hierarchy, GST rate slabs and related HSN codes. Updated for India GST.

HSN Code

38231300

Chapter

38

Digits

8-digit

Section

VI

What is HSN Code 38231300?

HSN code 38231300 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Tall Oil Fatty Acids 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 tall oil fatty acids must quote HSN 38231300 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 38231300

LevelCodeDescription
Chapter38miscellaneous chemical products
Heading3823industrial monocarboxylic fatty acids; acid oils from refining; industrial fatty alcohols
Sub-heading382313tall oil fatty acids
Tariff38231300tall oil fatty acids

GST rate for HSN 38231300

Goods under HSN 38231300 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 38231300 — FAQs

What is HSN code 38231300?

HSN code 38231300 classifies "Tall Oil Fatty Acids" 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 38231300?

38231300 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 38231300?

Goods under HSN 38231300 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 Tall Oil Fatty Acids.

Which chapter does HSN code 38231300 belong to?

HSN 38231300 belongs to Chapter 38 — Miscellaneous Chemical Products, part of Section VI: Chemical Products.

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