GST Rate for HSN 2908
Specific items under 2908
| HSN Code | Description | GST Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 290811 | PENTACHLOROPHENOL (ISO) | 18% |
| 290819 | OTHER | 18% |
| 290891 | DINOSEB (ISO) AND ITS SALTS | 18% |
| 290892 | 4,6-DINITRO-O-CRESOL [DNOC (ISO)] AND ITS SALTS | 18% |
| 290899 | OTHER: | 18% |
| 29081000 | HALOGENATED, SULPHONATED, NITRATED OR NITROSATED DERIVATIVES OF PHENOLS OR PHENOL-ALCOHOLS - DERIVATIVES CONTAINING ONLY HALOGEN SUBSTITUENTS AND THEIR SALTS | 18% |
| 29081100 | PENTACHLOROPHENOL (ISO) | 18% |
| 29081900 | OTHER | 18% |
| 29082010 | HALOGENATED, SULPHONATED, NITRATED OR NITROSATED DERIVATIVES OF PHENOLS OR PHENOL-ALCOHOLS - DERIVATIVES CONTAINING ONLY SULPHO GROUPS, THEIR SALTS AND ESTERS : PHENOL SULPHONIC ACIDS | 18% |
| 29082021 | HALOGENATED, SULPHONATED, NITRATED OR NITROSATED DERIVATIVES OF PHENOLS OR PHENOL-ALCOHOLS - DERIVATIVES CONTAINING ONLY SULPHO GROUPS, THEIR SALTS AND ESTERS : NAPHTHOL SULPHONIC ACIDS : G ACIDS (2-NAPHTHOL-6,8-DISULPHONIC ACID) | 18% |
| 29082022 | HALOGENATED, SULPHONATED, NITRATED OR NITROSATED DERIVATIVES OF PHENOLS OR PHENOL-ALCOHOLS - DERIVATIVES CONTAINING ONLY SULPHO GROUPS, THEIR SALTS AND ESTERS : NAPHTHOL SULPHONIC ACIDS : SALTS OF G ACID | 18% |
| 29082023 | HALOGENATED, SULPHONATED, NITRATED OR NITROSATED DERIVATIVES OF PHENOLS OR PHENOL-ALCOHOLS - DERIVATIVES CONTAINING ONLY SULPHO GROUPS, THEIR SALTS AND ESTERS : NAPHTHOL SULPHONIC ACIDS : BETA NAPHTHOL SULPHONIC ACIDS | 18% |
| 29082024 | HALOGENATED, SULPHONATED, NITRATED OR NITROSATED DERIVATIVES OF PHENOLS OR PHENOL-ALCOHOLS - DERIVATIVES CONTAINING ONLY SULPHO GROUPS, THEIR SALTS AND ESTERS : NAPHTHOL SULPHONIC ACIDS : NEVILE -WINTHER ACID (1-NAPHTHOL- 4- SULPHONIC ACID) | 18% |
| 29082025 | HALOGENATED, SULPHONATED, NITRATED OR NITROSATED DERIVATIVES OF PHENOLS OR PHENOL-ALCOHOLS - DERIVATIVES CONTAINING ONLY SULPHO GROUPS, THEIR SALTS AND ESTERS : NAPHTHOL SULPHONIC ACIDS : SCHAEFFER ACID (2-NAPHTHOL-6-SULPHONIC ACID) | 18% |
| 29082026 | HALOGENATED, SULPHONATED, NITRATED OR NITROSATED DERIVATIVES OF PHENOLS OR PHENOL-ALCOHOLS - DERIVATIVES CONTAINING ONLY SULPHO GROUPS, THEIR SALTS AND ESTERS : NAPHTHOL SULPHONIC ACIDS : R ACIDS (2-NAPHTHOL- 3,6- DISULPHONIC ACID) AND ITS DISODIUM SALT (SALT OF R ACID) | 18% |
| 29082027 | HALOGENATED, SULPHONATED, NITRATED OR NITROSATED DERIVATIVES OF PHENOLS OR PHENOL-ALCOHOLS - DERIVATIVES CONTAINING ONLY SULPHO GROUPS, THEIR SALTS AND ESTERS : NAPHTHOL SULPHONIC ACIDS : CHROMOTROPIC ACID (1,8-DIHYDROXYNAPHTHALENE -3,6-DISULFONIC ACID) | 18% |
| 29082029 | HALOGENATED, SULPHONATED, NITRATED OR NITROSATED DERIVATIVES OF PHENOLS OR PHENOL-ALCOHOLS - DERIVATIVES CONTAINING ONLY SULPHO GROUPS, THEIR SALTS AND ESTERS : NAPHTHOL SULPHONIC ACIDS : OTHER | 18% |
| 29089010 | HALOGENATED, SULPHONATED, NITRATED OR NITROSATED DERIVATIVES OF PHENOLS OR PHENOL-ALCOHOLS - OTHER : PARA NITROPHENOL | 18% |
| 29089020 | HALOGENATED, SULPHONATED, NITRATED OR NITROSATED DERIVATIVES OF PHENOLS OR PHENOL-ALCOHOLS - OTHER : MUSK XYLOL | 18% |
| 29089090 | HALOGENATED, SULPHONATED, NITRATED OR NITROSATED DERIVATIVES OF PHENOLS OR PHENOL-ALCOHOLS - OTHER : OTHER | 18% |
| 29089100 | DINOSEB (ISO) AND ITS SALTS | 18% |
| 29089200 | 4,6-DINITRO-O-CRESOL [DNOC (ISO)] AND ITS SALTS | 18% |
| 29089910 | PARA NITROPHENOL | 18% |
| 29089920 | MUSK XYLOL | 18% |
| 29089990 | OTHER | 18% |
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FAQs for HSN 2908
What is the GST rate for HSN 2908?▾
GST rate for HSN 2908 is 18%. Always verify the latest CBIC/GST notifications for changes.
Is HSN mandatory on invoices?▾
HSN is generally required on B2B invoices; the number of digits depends on turnover and the nature of supply. Exports/imports typically use more detailed codes.
How do I use this code on an invoice?▾
Add HSN 2908 in the line item and apply GST @ 18%. For intra-state supplies: 9% CGST + 9% SGST. For inter-state supplies: 18% IGST.
Does ITC apply for this HSN?▾
ITC depends on conditions and restrictions under GST law, plus the nature of usage and supplier eligibility. Use the ITC badge as a hint and verify with your CA for edge cases.
Can Reverse Charge (RCM) apply here?▾
RCM is notification-based and depends on the supply category, supplier status, and transaction type. If you see an RCM note, treat it as a “verify” signal.
What if I pick the wrong HSN?▾
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