68131000Tariff Item (8-digit)Section XIII

HSN Code 68131000 – Friction Material And Articles Thereof (For Example, Sheets, Rolls, Strips, Segments,…

Full GST classification for Friction Material And Articles Thereof (For Example, Sheets, Rolls, Strips, Segments,… — chapter, heading and tariff hierarchy, GST rate slabs and related HSN codes. Updated for India GST.

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HSN Code

68131000

Chapter

68

Digits

8-digit

Section

XIII

What is HSN Code 68131000?

HSN code 68131000 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Friction Material And Articles Thereof (For Example, Sheets, Rolls, Strips, Segments,… 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 68 — Articles Of Stone, Plaster, Cement, Asbestos, Mica Or Similar…, which is part of Section XIII: Stone, Cement, Ceramic & Glass. Every GST-registered business supplying friction material and articles thereof (for example, sheets, rolls, strips, segments,… must quote HSN 68131000 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 68131000

LevelCodeDescription
Chapter68articles of stone, plaster, cement, asbestos, mica or similar materials
Heading6813friction material and articles thereof (for example, sheets, rolls, strips, segments, discs, washers,pads), not mounted, for brakes, for clutches or the like, with a basis of asbestos, of other mineral substances or of cellulose, whether or not combined with textile or other materials
Sub-heading681310
Tariff68131000friction material and articles thereof (for example, sheets, rolls, strips, segments, discs, washers, pads), not mounted, for brakes, for clutches or the like, with a basis of asbestos, of other mineral substances or of cellulose, whether or not combined with textile or other materials brake linings and pads

GST rate for HSN 68131000

Goods under HSN 68131000 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
681320containing asbestos:
681381brake linings and pads
681389other
68139010friction material and articles thereof (for example, sheets, rolls, strips, segments, discs, washers, pads), not mounted, for brakes, for clutches or the like, with a basis of asbestos, of other mineral substances or of cellulose, whether or not combined with textile or other materials other: asbestos friction materials
68139090friction material and articles thereof (for example, sheets, rolls, strips, segments, discs, washers, pads), not mounted, for brakes, for clutches or the like, with a basis of asbestos, of other mineral substances or of cellulose, whether or not combined with textile or other materials other: other
68139100friction material and articles thereof (for example, sheets, rolls, strips, segments, discs, washers, pads), not mounted, for brakes, for clutches or the like, with a basis of asbestos, of other mineral substances or of cellulose, whether or not combined with textile or other materials other: -- not containing asbestos -- other

HSN Code 68131000 — FAQs

What is HSN code 68131000?

HSN code 68131000 classifies "Friction Material And Articles Thereof (For Example, Sheets, Rolls, Strips, Segments,…" under India's GST regime. It falls under Chapter 68 (Articles Of Stone, Plaster, Cement, Asbestos, Mica Or Similar…) of the Harmonized System of Nomenclature.

How many digits is HSN code 68131000?

68131000 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 68131000?

Goods under HSN 68131000 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 Friction Material And Articles Thereof (For Example, Sheets, Rolls, Strips, Segments,….

Which chapter does HSN code 68131000 belong to?

HSN 68131000 belongs to Chapter 68 — Articles Of Stone, Plaster, Cement, Asbestos, Mica Or Similar…, part of Section XIII: Stone, Cement, Ceramic & Glass.

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