Under which chapter does HSN 3401 fall?

HSN code 3401 falls under Chapter 34 — "Chapter 34" in Section I (General) of the HSN classification.

How many digits are required in HSN code 3401 for GST filing?

For businesses with turnover up to ₹5 Crore, 4-digit HSN is required on B2B invoices. For businesses above ₹5 Crore, 6-digit HSN is mandatory on all invoices. For exports/imports, 8-digit HSN (like 3401) is required.

5% GSTChapter 34HSN Goods

HSN Code for SOAP, ORGANIC SURFACE-ACTIVE PRODUCTS AND PREPARATIONS FOR USE AS SOAP, IN THE FORM OF BARS, CAKES, MOULDED PIECES OR SHAPES, WHETHER OR NOT CONTAINING SOAP, ORGANIC SURFACE-ACTIVE PRODUCTS AND PREPARATIONS FOR WASHING THE SKIN, IN THE FORM OF LIQUID OR CREAM AND PUT UP FOR RETAIL SALE, WHETHER OR NOT CONTAINING SOAP, PAPER, WADDING, FELT AND NONWOVENS, IMPREGNATED, COATED OR COVERED WITH SOAP OR DETERGENT

Q: What is the HSN code for SOAP, ORGANIC SURFACE-ACTIVE PRODUCTS AND PREPARATIONS FOR USE AS SOAP, IN THE FORM OF BARS, CAKES, MOULDED PIECES OR SHAPES, WHETHER OR NOT CONTAINING SOAP, ORGANIC SURFACE-ACTIVE PRODUCTS AND PREPARATIONS FOR WASHING THE SKIN, IN THE FORM OF LIQUID OR CREAM AND PUT UP FOR RETAIL SALE, WHETHER OR NOT CONTAINING SOAP, PAPER, WADDING, FELT AND NONWOVENS, IMPREGNATED, COATED OR COVERED WITH SOAP OR DETERGENT?

The HSN code for SOAP, ORGANIC SURFACE-ACTIVE PRODUCTS AND PREPARATIONS FOR USE AS SOAP, IN THE FORM OF BARS, CAKES, MOULDED PIECES OR SHAPES, WHETHER OR NOT CONTAINING SOAP, ORGANIC SURFACE-ACTIVE PRODUCTS AND PREPARATIONS FOR WASHING THE SKIN, IN THE FORM OF LIQUID OR CREAM AND PUT UP FOR RETAIL SALE, WHETHER OR NOT CONTAINING SOAP, PAPER, WADDING, FELT AND NONWOVENS, IMPREGNATED, COATED OR COVERED WITH SOAP OR DETERGENT is 3401. It falls under Chapter 34 (Chapter 34) of the Harmonised System of Nomenclature as per CBIC guidelines.

OFFICIAL HSN / SAC CODE3401

Bath soap, washing soap, face wash, hand wash, body wash

GST Tax Rate Breakdown

CGST (Central)2.5%

SGST / UTGST (State)2.5%

IGST (Inter-State)5%

Compensation CessNil

CGST Rate (Intra-State Supply)	2.5%
SGST / UTGST Rate (Intra-State Supply)	2.5%
IGST Rate (Inter-State Supply)	5%

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Net Base Price₹10,000.00Before GST

CGST (2.5%)₹250.00Central Tax

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Total Final Payable₹10,500.00Net + 5% GST

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SECTION IGeneral

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Q1What is the official HSN code for SOAP, ORGANIC SURFACE-ACTIVE PRODUCTS AND PREPARATIONS FOR USE AS SOAP, IN THE FORM OF BARS, CAKES, MOULDED PIECES OR SHAPES, WHETHER OR NOT CONTAINING SOAP, ORGANIC SURFACE-ACTIVE PRODUCTS AND PREPARATIONS FOR WASHING THE SKIN, IN THE FORM OF LIQUID OR CREAM AND PUT UP FOR RETAIL SALE, WHETHER OR NOT CONTAINING SOAP, PAPER, WADDING, FELT AND NONWOVENS, IMPREGNATED, COATED OR COVERED WITH SOAP OR DETERGENT?

The official HSN code for SOAP, ORGANIC SURFACE-ACTIVE PRODUCTS AND PREPARATIONS FOR USE AS SOAP, IN THE FORM OF BARS, CAKES, MOULDED PIECES OR SHAPES, WHETHER OR NOT CONTAINING SOAP, ORGANIC SURFACE-ACTIVE PRODUCTS AND PREPARATIONS FOR WASHING THE SKIN, IN THE FORM OF LIQUID OR CREAM AND PUT UP FOR RETAIL SALE, WHETHER OR NOT CONTAINING SOAP, PAPER, WADDING, FELT AND NONWOVENS, IMPREGNATED, COATED OR COVERED WITH SOAP OR DETERGENT is 3401 as notified under the GST Tariff by the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC). It is required on tax invoices and e-Way bills for accurate GST compliance.

Q2What is the applicable GST rate for SOAP, ORGANIC SURFACE-ACTIVE PRODUCTS AND PREPARATIONS FOR USE AS SOAP, IN THE FORM OF BARS, CAKES, MOULDED PIECES OR SHAPES, WHETHER OR NOT CONTAINING SOAP, ORGANIC SURFACE-ACTIVE PRODUCTS AND PREPARATIONS FOR WASHING THE SKIN, IN THE FORM OF LIQUID OR CREAM AND PUT UP FOR RETAIL SALE, WHETHER OR NOT CONTAINING SOAP, PAPER, WADDING, FELT AND NONWOVENS, IMPREGNATED, COATED OR COVERED WITH SOAP OR DETERGENT (HSN 3401)?

The GST rate on SOAP, ORGANIC SURFACE-ACTIVE PRODUCTS AND PREPARATIONS FOR USE AS SOAP, IN THE FORM OF BARS, CAKES, MOULDED PIECES OR SHAPES, WHETHER OR NOT CONTAINING SOAP, ORGANIC SURFACE-ACTIVE PRODUCTS AND PREPARATIONS FOR WASHING THE SKIN, IN THE FORM OF LIQUID OR CREAM AND PUT UP FOR RETAIL SALE, WHETHER OR NOT CONTAINING SOAP, PAPER, WADDING, FELT AND NONWOVENS, IMPREGNATED, COATED OR COVERED WITH SOAP OR DETERGENT under HSN 3401 is 5%. For intra-state transactions within the same state, it is split into 2.5% CGST + 2.5% SGST. For inter-state sales, 5% IGST is charged.

Q3Which chapter does HSN code 3401 belong to?

Q4How do I file GST returns or claim ITC for HSN 3401?

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CGST Rate (Intra-State Supply)

2.5%

SGST / UTGST Rate (Intra-State Supply)

2.5%

IGST Rate (Inter-State Supply)