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Official GST HSN Code Search & Tax Rate Finder

Search official 2, 4, 6, and 8-digit Harmonized System of Nomenclature (HSN) codes, descriptions, and applicable GST tax rates (0%, 5%, 12%, 18%, 28%) for goods in India.

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GST HSN Search

Open the official government portal in a secure external window while keeping this guide active.

https://services.gst.gov.in/services/searchhsnsac

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Official Host: Goods & Services Tax Network (GSTN) / CBIC

Regulating Body

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Primary Function

Verification & Statutory Search

Jurisdiction

Pan-India (28 States & 8 UTs)

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Official Walkthrough Guide

How to Verify & Search via Official Portal

4 Quick Steps

Launch Official GST HSN Portal

Click the launch button to open the official GSTN HSN/SAC search portal securely in a new window.

Select HSN Radio Button

Ensure the 'HSN' option is selected for physical goods (or 'SAC' for services).

Search by Code or Keyword

Enter either the numeric chapter/code or plain product keyword (e.g. 'Coffee', 'Pumps', 'Textiles').

Verify 4/6/8-Digit Classification

Review the exact Chapter, Heading, Sub-heading, and statutory GST rate for your tax invoice.

Prerequisites Checklist

Required Information & Inputs

Have these records ready before initiating the search.

Product commercial name or technical description (e.g., 'Centrifugal Pumps', 'Printed Circuit Boards')
Initial 2 or 4 digits of HSN Chapter if known (e.g., Chapter 84, 85, 09)
Raw material composition (for plastics, metals, textiles, or food products)
Intended end-use (for industrial machinery, agricultural implements, or retail)

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Common Scrutiny Mistakes

Avoid portal rejections, tax notices, and filing penalties.

Issue: Declaring only 2 digits when 6 digits are legally mandatory

Fix: Under Notification No. 78/2020-Central Tax, businesses with aggregate turnover > ₹5 Crores must mandatorily declare 6-digit HSN codes on all B2B invoices.

Issue: Using generic descriptions resulting in conflicting GST tariff rates

Fix: Examine Customs Tariff Section and Chapter notes to establish specific principal-use classification before billing.

Issue: Mismatched HSN code between supplier e-Invoice and buyer GSTR-2B

Fix: Always verify your vendor's 6-digit or 8-digit HSN against official CBIC tables before claiming Input Tax Credit (ITC).

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Frequently Asked Questions About GST HSN Search

Statutory guidance, portal troubleshooting, and official legal rules compiled by corporate professionals.

Portal Navigation & Filing Rules

Is an HSN code mandatory on GST tax invoices in India?+

Yes. Under Rule 46 of CGST Rules, businesses with aggregate turnover exceeding ₹5 Crores must mandatorily mention a 6-digit HSN code on all B2B and export invoices. Businesses with turnover up to ₹5 Crores must declare at least a 4-digit HSN code on B2B invoices.

What is the difference between HSN and SAC?+

HSN (Harmonized System of Nomenclature) is an internationally standardized 8-digit code used to classify physical goods and commodities. SAC (Services Accounting Code) is specifically designed under Indian GST to classify service activities, starting with the uniform prefix '99'.

What are the statutory penalties for quoting an incorrect HSN code?+

Under Section 125 of the CGST Act, declaring an incorrect HSN code or wrong tax rate can attract a general penalty of up to ₹25,000 per error. It may also lead to invoice mismatches in GSTR-1 and GSTR-2B, causing buyers' Input Tax Credit (ITC) to be blocked or disputed.

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How do 2-digit, 4-digit, 6-digit, and 8-digit HSN codes differ?+

The first 2 digits denote the broad Chapter, digits 3 and 4 indicate the Heading, digits 5 and 6 identify the Sub-heading, and the final 2 digits (8-digit tariff item) specify the exact statutory product tariff classification used for customs and international trade.

Where can I find the official GST rate for an 8-digit HSN code?+

GST rates (0%, 5%, 12%, 18%, 28%) are determined by CBIC rate notifications linked to the Customs Tariff Act, 1975. The official GST portal search tool displays both the description and the statutory CGST, SGST, and IGST percentages.

Can an e-Invoice be generated without an HSN code?+

No. The IRP (Invoice Registration Portal) strictly validates HSN codes. If the HSN code is missing, contains fewer digits than required by your turnover tier, or does not exist in the master table, e-Invoice generation will be rejected with error code 2150.

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