4601Heading (4-digit)Section IX

HSN Code 4601Plaits And Similar Products Of Plaiting Materials, Whether Or Not Assembled Into Strips,…

Full GST classification for Plaits And Similar Products Of Plaiting Materials, Whether Or Not Assembled Into Strips,… — chapter, heading and tariff hierarchy, GST rate slabs and related HSN codes. Updated for India GST.

HSN Code

4601

Chapter

46

Digits

4-digit

Section

IX

What is HSN Code 4601?

HSN code 4601 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Plaits And Similar Products Of Plaiting Materials, Whether Or Not Assembled Into Strips,… 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 46 — Manufactures Of Straw, Of Esparto Or Of Other Plaiting Materials;…, which is part of Section IX: Wood, Cork, Straw & Basketware. Every GST-registered business supplying plaits and similar products of plaiting materials, whether or not assembled into strips,… must quote HSN 4601 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 4601

LevelCodeDescription
Chapter46manufactures of straw, of esparto or of other plaiting materials; basketware and wickerwork
Heading4601plaits and similar products of plaiting materials, whether or not assembled into strips, plaiting materials, plaits and similar products of plaiting materials, bound together in parallel strands or woven, in sheet form, whether or not being finished articles (for example, mats, matting, screens)

GST rate for HSN 4601

Goods under HSN 4601 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

Find the exact GST rate for Plaits And Similar Products Of Plaiting Materials, Whether Or Not Assembled Into Strips,…

Sub-codes under this classification

HSN CodeDescription
46012010plaits and similar products of plaiting materials, whether or not assembled into strips ; plaiting materials, plaits and similar products of plaiting materials, bound together in parallel strands or woven, in sheet form, whether or not being finished articles (for example, mats, matting, screens) - mats, matting and screens of vegetable materials : mats and matting of coir, bound in parallel strands
46012020plaits and similar products of plaiting materials, whether or not assembled into strips ; plaiting materials, plaits and similar products of plaiting materials, bound together in parallel strands or woven, in sheet form, whether or not being finished articles (for example, mats, matting, screens) - mats, matting and screens of vegetable materials : mats and matting not elsewhere included or specified (for example, grass mats)
46012090plaits and similar products of plaiting materials, whether or not assembled into strips ; plaiting materials, plaits and similar products of plaiting materials, bound together in parallel strands or woven, in sheet form, whether or not being finished articles (for example, mats, matting, screens) - mats, matting and screens of vegetable materials : other
460121of bamboo
460122of rattan
460129other
46019100plaits and similar products of plaiting materials, whether or not assembled into strips ; plaiting materials, plaits and similar products of plaiting materials, bound together in parallel strands or woven, in sheet form, whether or not being finished articles (for example, mats, matting, screens) - other : of vegetable materials
460192of bamboo
460193of rattan
460194of other vegetable materials
460199other

HSN Code 4601 — FAQs

What is HSN code 4601?

HSN code 4601 classifies "Plaits And Similar Products Of Plaiting Materials, Whether Or Not Assembled Into Strips,…" under India's GST regime. It falls under Chapter 46 (Manufactures Of Straw, Of Esparto Or Of Other Plaiting Materials;…) of the Harmonized System of Nomenclature.

How many digits is HSN code 4601?

4601 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 4601?

Goods under HSN 4601 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 Plaits And Similar Products Of Plaiting Materials, Whether Or Not Assembled Into Strips,….

Which chapter does HSN code 4601 belong to?

HSN 4601 belongs to Chapter 46 — Manufactures Of Straw, Of Esparto Or Of Other Plaiting Materials;…, part of Section IX: Wood, Cork, Straw & Basketware.

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