HSN Code 9608: Ball Pen

HSN Code

9608

Chapter

Digits

4-digit

Section

What is HSN Code 9608?

HSN code 9608 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Ball Pen 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 96 — Miscellaneous Manufactured Articles, which is part of Section XX: Miscellaneous Manufactured Articles. Every GST-registered business supplying ball pen must quote HSN 9608 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 9608

Level	Code	Description
Chapter	96	miscellaneous manufactured articles
Heading	9608	ball point pens; felt tipped and other poroustipped pens and markers; fountain pens; stylograph pens and other pens; duplicating stylos; propelling or sliding pencils; pen holders, pencil holders and similar holders; parts (including caps and clips) of the foregoing articles, other than those of heading 9609

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Sub-codes under this classification

HSN Code	Description
960810	ball point pens :
960820	felt tipped and other porous-tipped pens and markers
960830	fountain pens, stylograph pens and other pens :
960831	indian ink drawing pens
960839	other
960840	propelling or sliding pencils
960850	sets of articles from two or more of the foregoing sub-headings
960860	refills for ball point pens, comprising the ball point and ink-reservoir :
960891	pen nibs and nib points :
960899	other :

HSN Code 9608 — FAQs

What is HSN code 9608?

HSN code 9608 classifies "Ball Pen" under India's GST regime. It falls under Chapter 96 (Miscellaneous Manufactured Articles) of the Harmonized System of Nomenclature.

How many digits is HSN code 9608?

9608 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.

Which chapter does HSN code 9608 belong to?

HSN 9608 belongs to Chapter 96 — Miscellaneous Manufactured Articles, part of Section XX: Miscellaneous Manufactured Articles.

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HSN Code 9608 – Ball Pen