98041000Tariff Item (8-digit)Section XXI

HSN Code 98041000 – Drugs And Medicines

Full GST classification for Drugs And Medicines — chapter, heading and tariff hierarchy, GST rate slabs and related HSN codes. Updated for India GST.

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HSN Code

98041000

Chapter

98

Digits

8-digit

Section

XXI

What is HSN Code 98041000?

HSN code 98041000 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Drugs And Medicines 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 98 — Project Imports, Laboratory Chemicals, Passengers Baggage, Personal…, which is part of Section XXI: Works of Art & Antiques. Every GST-registered business supplying drugs and medicines must quote HSN 98041000 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 98041000

LevelCodeDescription
Chapter98project imports, laboratory chemicals, passengers baggage, personal importations by air or post, ship stores
Heading9804all dutiable goods imported for personal use
Sub-heading980410drugs and medicines
Tariff98041000drugs and medicines

GST rate for HSN 98041000

Goods under HSN 98041000 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 98041000 — FAQs

What is HSN code 98041000?

HSN code 98041000 classifies "Drugs And Medicines" under India's GST regime. It falls under Chapter 98 (Project Imports, Laboratory Chemicals, Passengers Baggage, Personal…) of the Harmonized System of Nomenclature.

How many digits is HSN code 98041000?

98041000 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 98041000?

Goods under HSN 98041000 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 Drugs And Medicines.

Which chapter does HSN code 98041000 belong to?

HSN 98041000 belongs to Chapter 98 — Project Imports, Laboratory Chemicals, Passengers Baggage, Personal…, part of Section XXI: Works of Art & Antiques.

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