GST Rate for HSN 3003
Specific items under 3003
| HSN Code | Description | GST Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 300310 | CONTAINING PENICILLINS OR DERIVATIVES THEREOF, WITH A PENICILLANIC ACID STRUCTURE, OR STREPTOMYCINS OR THEIR DERIVATIVES | 12% |
| 300320 | OTHER, CONTAINING ANTIBIOTICS | 12% |
| 300331 | CONTAINING INSULIN | 12% |
| 300339 | OTHER | 12% |
| 300341 | CONTAINING EPHEDRINE OR ITS SALTS | 12% |
| 300342 | CONTAINING PSEUDOEPHEDRINE (INN) OR ITS SALTS | 12% |
| 300343 | CONTAINING NOREPHEDRINE OR ITS SALTS | 12% |
| 300349 | OTHER | 12% |
| 300360 | OTHER, CONTAINING ANTIMALARIAL ACTIVE PRINCIPLES DESCRIBED IN SUB-HEADING NOTE 2 TO THIS CHAPTER | 12% |
| 300390 | OTHER : | 12% |
| 30031000 | CONTAINING PENICILLINS OR DERIVATIVES THEREOF, WITH A PENICILLANIC ACID STRUCTURE, OR STREPTOMYCINS OR THEIR DERIVATIVES | 12% |
| 30032000 | OTHER, CONTAINING ANTIBIOTICS | 12% |
| 30033100 | CONTAINING INSULIN | 12% |
| 30033900 | OTHER | 12% |
| 30034000 | MEDICAMENTS (EXCLUDING GOODS OF HEADING 3002, 3005 OR 3006) CONSISTING OF TWO OR MORE CONSTITUENTS WHICH HAVE BEEN MIXED TOGETHER FOR THERAPEUTIC OR PROPHYLACTIC USES, NOT PUT UP IN MEASURED DOSES OR IN FORMS OR PACKINGS FOR RETAIL SALE CONTAINING ALKALOIDS OR DERIVATIVES THEREOF BUT NOT CONTAINING HORMONES OR OTHER PRODUCTS OF HEADING 2937 OR ANTIBIOTICS | 12% |
| 30034100 | Containing ephedrine or its salts | 12% |
| 30034200 | Containing pseudoephedrine (INN) or its salts | 12% |
| 30034300 | Containing norephedrine or its salts | 12% |
| 30034900 | Other | 12% |
| 30036000 | Other, containing antimalarial active principles described in Sub-heading Note 2 to this Chapter | 12% |
| 30039011 | OF AYURVEDIC SYSTEM | 12% |
| 30039012 | OF UNANI SYSTEM | 12% |
| 30039013 | OF SIDDHA SYSTEM | 12% |
| 30039014 | OF HOMOEOPATHIC SYSTEM | 12% |
| 30039015 | OF BIO-CHEMIC SYSTEM | 12% |
| 30039021 | MENTHOL CRYSTALS | 12% |
| 30039022 | MILK OF MAGNESIA | 12% |
| 30039031 | BOVINE ALBUMIN AND DRUGS OF ANIMAL ORIGIN | 12% |
| 30039032 | MERBROMINE NATIONAL FORMULARY XII (MERCUROCHROME) | 12% |
| 30039033 | CALCIUM SENNOSIDE | 12% |
| 30039034 | ANAESTHETIC AGENTS USED IN HUMAN OR VETERINARY MEDICINE OR SURGERY | 12% |
| 30039035 | ALUMINIUM HYDROXIDE GEL | 12% |
| 30039036 | KETAMINE | 12% |
| 30039090 | OTHER | 12% |
Tax calculator for HSN 3003
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Compliance pointers (ITC / RCM / classification)
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FAQs for HSN 3003
What is the GST rate for HSN 3003?▾
GST rate for HSN 3003 is 12%. 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 3003 in the line item and apply GST @ 12%. For intra-state supplies: 6% CGST + 6% SGST. For inter-state supplies: 12% 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?▾
Wrong classification can cause rate mismatch, notices, interest/penalty exposure, and reconciliation issues. Compare nearby headings and chapter notes before finalizing.
Sources & accuracy
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Rates, exemptions, and clarifications may change via notifications/circulars.
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Next steps after choosing HSN 3003
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