96099090Tariff Item (8-digit)Section XX

HSN Code 96099090 – Pencils (Other Than Pencils Of Heading 9608), Crayons, Pencil Leads, Pastels, Drawing…

Full GST classification for Pencils (Other Than Pencils Of Heading 9608), Crayons, Pencil Leads, Pastels, Drawing… — chapter, heading and tariff hierarchy, GST rate slabs and related HSN codes. Updated for India GST.

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HSN Code

96099090

Chapter

96

Digits

8-digit

Section

XX

What is HSN Code 96099090?

HSN code 96099090 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Pencils (Other Than Pencils Of Heading 9608), Crayons, Pencil Leads, Pastels, Drawing… 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 96 — Miscellaneous Manufactured Articles, which is part of Section XX: Miscellaneous Manufactured Articles. Every GST-registered business supplying pencils (other than pencils of heading 9608), crayons, pencil leads, pastels, drawing… must quote HSN 96099090 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 96099090

LevelCodeDescription
Chapter96miscellaneous manufactured articles
Heading9609pencils (other than pencils of heading 9608), crayons, pencil leads, pastels, drawing charcoals, writing or drawing chalks and tailors chalk
Sub-heading960990other :
Tariff96099090other

GST rate for HSN 96099090

Goods under HSN 96099090 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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HSN Code 96099090 — FAQs

What is HSN code 96099090?

HSN code 96099090 classifies "Pencils (Other Than Pencils Of Heading 9608), Crayons, Pencil Leads, Pastels, Drawing…" 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 96099090?

96099090 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 96099090?

Goods under HSN 96099090 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 Pencils (Other Than Pencils Of Heading 9608), Crayons, Pencil Leads, Pastels, Drawing….

Which chapter does HSN code 96099090 belong to?

HSN 96099090 belongs to Chapter 96 — Miscellaneous Manufactured Articles, part of Section XX: Miscellaneous Manufactured Articles.

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