HSN Code 78020090 – Lead Waste And Scrap:

HSN Code

78020090

Chapter

Digits

8-digit

Section

What is HSN Code 78020090?

HSN code 78020090 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Lead Waste And Scrap: 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 78 — Lead And Articles Thereof, which is part of Section XV: Base Metals & Articles Thereof. Every GST-registered business supplying lead waste and scrap: must quote HSN 78020090 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 78020090

Level	Code	Description
Chapter	78	lead and articles thereof
Heading	7802	lead waste and scrap
Sub-heading	780200	lead waste and scrap:
Tariff	78020090	other

GST rate for HSN 78020090

Goods under HSN 78020090 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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Related HSN codes

HSN Code	Description
78020010	lead scrap, namely the following:scrap lead-soft covered by isri code word 'racks', mixed hard or soft scrap lead covered by isri code word 'radio', wheel weights covered by isri code word 'ropes', mixed common babbit covered by isri code word 'roses', scrap wet whole intact lead batteries consisting of sli (starting, lighting an ignition), automotive, truck, 8-d and commercial golf cart and marine type batteries covered by isri code word rink, scrap industrial intact lead cells consisting of plates enclosed by some form of complete plastic case covered by isri code wordn rono, scrap whole intact industrial lead batteries consisting of bus, diesel, locomotive, telephone or steel cased batteries covered by isri code word roper,

HSN Code

Description

78020010

lead scrap, namely the following:scrap lead-soft covered by isri code word 'racks', mixed hard or soft scrap lead covered by isri code word 'radio', wheel weights covered by isri code word 'ropes', mixed common babbit covered by isri code word 'roses', scrap wet whole intact lead batteries consisting of sli (starting, lighting an ignition), automotive, truck, 8-d and commercial golf cart and marine type batteries covered by isri code word rink, scrap industrial intact lead cells consisting of plates enclosed by some form of complete plastic case covered by isri code wordn rono, scrap whole intact industrial lead batteries consisting of bus, diesel, locomotive, telephone or steel cased batteries covered by isri code word roper,

HSN Code 78020090 — FAQs

What is HSN code 78020090?

HSN code 78020090 classifies "Lead Waste And Scrap:" under India's GST regime. It falls under Chapter 78 (Lead And Articles Thereof) of the Harmonized System of Nomenclature.

How many digits is HSN code 78020090?

78020090 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 78020090?

Goods under HSN 78020090 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 Lead Waste And Scrap:.

Which chapter does HSN code 78020090 belong to?

HSN 78020090 belongs to Chapter 78 — Lead And Articles Thereof, part of Section XV: Base Metals & Articles Thereof.

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