GST Rate for HSN 7404
Specific items under 7404
| HSN Code | Description | GST Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 740400 | COPPER WASTE AND SCRAP: | 18% |
| 74040011 | EMPTY OR DISCHARGED CARTRIDGES OF ALL BORES AND SIZES | 18% |
| 74040012 | COPPER SCRAP, NAMELY THE FOLLOWING :COPPER WIRE SCRAP COVERED BY ISRI CODE WORDS BARLEY, BERRY AND BIRCH, HEAVY COPPER SCRAP COVERED BY ISRI CODE WORD CANDY,UNALLOYED COPPER SCRAP COVERED BY ISRI CODE WORD CLIFF, COPPER WIRE NODULES SCRAP COVERED BY ISRI CODE WORDS CLOVE, COBRA AND COCOA, LIGHT COPPER SCRAP COVERED BY ISRI CODE WORD DREAM, MUNTZ METAL TUBES COVERED BY ISRI CODE WORD PALMS, MISCELLANEOUS COPPER-CONTAINING SKIMMING, GRINDINGS, ASHES, IRONY BRASS AND COPPER, RESIDUES AND SLAGS COVERED BY ISRI CODE WORD DROVE, COPPER WIRE SCRAP WITH VARIOUS TYPES OF INSULTATION COVERED BY ISRI CODE WORD DRUID | 18% |
| 74040019 | OTHER | 18% |
| 74040021 | EMPTY OR DISCHARGED CARTRIDGES OF ALL BORES AND SIZES, INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING: CLEAN FIRED 70/30 BRASS SHELLS FREE OF BULLETS, IRON AND ANY OTHER FOREIGN MATERIAL COVERED BY ISRI CODE WORD ‘LAKE’, CLEAN MUFFLED (POPPED) 70/30 BRASS SHELLS FREE OF BULLETS, IRON AND ANY OTHER FOREIGN MATERIAL COVERED BY ISRI CODE WORD ‘LAMB’ | 18% |
| 74040022 | BRASS SCRAP, NAMELY THE FOLLOWING :REFINERY BRASS SCRAP COVERED BY ISRI CODE WORD DRINK, COMPOSITION OF RED BRASS SCRAP COVERED BY ISRI CODE WORD EBONY, RED BRASS COMPOSITION TURNINGS SCRAP COVERED BY ISRI CODE WORD ENERV, GENUINE BABBIT-LINED BRASS BUSHINGS SCRAP COVERED BY ISRI CODE WORD ELDER, MACHINERY OR HARD BRASS SOLIDS SCRAP COVERED BY ISRI CODE WORD ENGEL, MACHINERY OR HAND BRASS SOLIDS SCRAP COVERED BY ISRI CODE WORD ERIN, COCKS AND FAUCETS SCRAP COVERED BY ISRI CODE WORD GRAPE, YELLOW BRASS SCRAP COVERED BY ISRI CODE WORD HONEY, YELLOW BRASS CASTINGS COVERED BY ISRI CODE WORD IVORY, NEW BRASS CLIPPINGS COVERED BY ISRI CODE WORD LABEL, YELLOW BRASS PRIMER COVERED BY ISRI CODE WORD LARK, BRASS PIPE COVERED BY ISRI CODE WORD MELON, YELLOW BRASS ROD TURNINGS COVERED BY ISRI CODE WORD NIGHT,NEW YELLOW BRASS ROD ENDS COVERED BY ISRI CODE WORD NOBLE, YELLOW BRASS TURNINGS COVERED BY ISRI CODE WORD NOMAD, MIXED UNSWEATED AUTO RADIATORS COVERED BY ISRI CODE WORD OCEAN, A DMIRALTY BRASS CONDENSER TUBES COVERED BY ISRI CODE WORD PALES, ALUMINIUM BRASS CONDENSER TUBES COVERED BY ISRI CODE WORD PALLU, | 18% |
| 74040023 | NICKEL SILVER SCRAP NAMELY THE FOLLOWING:MIXED NEW NICKEL SILVER CLIPPINGS COVERED BY ISRI CODE WORD ‘MAIZE’, NEW NICKEL SILVER CLIPPINGS COVERED BY ISRI CODE WORD ‘MAJOR’, NEW SEGREGATED NICKEL SILVER CLIPPINGS COVERED BY ISRI CODE WORD ‘MALAR’, OLD NICKEL SILVER CLIPPINGS COVERED BY ISRI CODE WORD ‘MALIC’, NICKEL SILVER CASTINGS COVERED BY ISRI CODE WORD ‘NAGGY’, NICKEL SILVER TURNINGS COVERED BY ISRI CODE WORD ‘NIECE’ | 18% |
| 74040024 | BRONZE SCRAP, INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING:MANGANESE BRONZE SOLIDS COVERED ISRI CODE WORD ‘PARCH’,HIGH LEAD BRONZE SOLIDS AND BORINGS COVERED BY ISRI CODE WORD ‘ELIAS’ | 18% |
| 74040025 | COPPER NICKEL SCRAP, INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING: NEW CUPRO NICKEL CLIPS AND SOLIDS COVERED BY ISRI CODE WORD ‘DANDY’, CUPRO NICKEL SOLIDS COVERED BY ISRI CODE WORD ‘DAUNT’, SOLDERED CUPRO-NICKEL SOLIDS COVERED BY ISRI CODE WORD ‘DELTA’, CUPRO NICKEL SPINNINGS, TURNINGS, BORINGS COVERED BY ISRI CODE WORD ‘DECOY’, | 18% |
| 74040029 | OTHER | 18% |
Tax calculator for HSN 7404
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FAQs for HSN 7404
What is the GST rate for HSN 7404?▾
GST rate for HSN 7404 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 7404 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?▾
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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Next steps after choosing HSN 7404
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