HSN Code 45 – Cork And Articles Of Cork

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Chapter

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Section

What is HSN Code 45?

HSN code 45 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Cork And Articles Of Cork under India's Goods and Services Tax (GST). It is a 2-digit code sitting at the chapter (2-digit) level of the HSN hierarchy.

This code belongs to Chapter 45 — Cork And Articles Of Cork, which is part of Section IX: Wood, Cork, Straw & Basketware. Every GST-registered business supplying cork and articles of cork must quote HSN 45 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 45

Level	Code	Description
Chapter	45	cork and articles of cork

GST rate for HSN 45

Goods under HSN 45 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.

Nil / Exempt

Fresh produce, milk, cereals, books

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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Sub-codes under this classification

HSN Code	Description
4501	natural cork, raw or simply prepared, waste cork, crushed, granulated or ground cork
4502	natural cork, debacked or roughly squared, or in rectangular (including square) blocks, plates, sheets or strip (including sharp-edged blanks for corks or stoppers)
4503	articles of natural cork
4504	agglomerated cork (with or without a binding substance) and articles of agglomerated cork

HSN Code 45 — FAQs

What is HSN code 45?

HSN code 45 classifies "Cork And Articles Of Cork" under India's GST regime. It falls under Chapter 45 (Cork And Articles Of Cork) of the Harmonized System of Nomenclature.

How many digits is HSN code 45?

45 is a 2-digit HSN code — a chapter (2-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 45?

Goods under HSN 45 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 Cork And Articles Of Cork.

Which chapter does HSN code 45 belong to?

HSN 45 belongs to Chapter 45 — Cork And Articles Of Cork, part of Section IX: Wood, Cork, Straw & Basketware.

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