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HSN 78020018% GSTITC EligibleRCM: Check notificationsLast reviewed: 22 Jan 2026

LEAD WASTE AND SCRAP:

GST rate for HSN 780200 is 18%. Use the calculator, copy invoice-ready details, and verify ITC/RCM hints before filing (FY 2025–26).

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Quick summary
TypeGoods
Intra-state split9% CGST + 9% SGST
Inter-state18% IGST
Tip: Compare nearby headings and chapter notes to avoid wrong classification.

GST Rate for HSN 780200

18%

Specific items under 780200

HSN CodeDescriptionGST Rate
78020010LEAD SCRAP, NAMELY THE FOLLOWING:SCRAP LEAD-SOFT COVERED BY ISRI CODE WORD ‘RACKS’, MIXED HARD OR SOFT SCRAP LEAD COVERED BY ISRI CODE WORD ‘RADIO’, WHEEL WEIGHTS COVERED BY ISRI CODE WORD ‘ROPES’, MIXED COMMON BABBIT COVERED BY ISRI CODE WORD ‘ROSES’, SCRAP WET WHOLE INTACT LEAD BATTERIES CONSISTING OF SLI (STARTING, LIGHTING AN IGNITION), AUTOMOTIVE, TRUCK, 8-D AND COMMERCIAL GOLF CART AND MARINE TYPE BATTERIES COVERED BY ISRI CODE WORD RINK, SCRAP INDUSTRIAL INTACT LEAD CELLS CONSISTING OF PLATES ENCLOSED BY SOME FORM OF COMPLETE PLASTIC CASE COVERED BY ISRI CODE WORDN RONO, SCRAP WHOLE INTACT INDUSTRIAL LEAD BATTERIES CONSISTING OF BUS, DIESEL, LOCOMOTIVE, TELEPHONE OR STEEL CASED BATTERIES COVERED BY ISRI CODE WORD ROPER,18%
78020090OTHER18%

Tax calculator for HSN 780200

Enter a taxable value to calculate GST. You can use this for a quick invoice estimate.

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Not legal advice • Verify before filing • For services (99), place-of-supply rules can change tax type.

Invoice example (₹1,000 taxable value)

Intra-state (CGST + SGST)
Taxable value₹1,000
CGST (9%)90.00
SGST (9%)90.00
Total invoice1180.00
Inter-state (IGST)
Taxable value₹1,000
IGST (18%)180.00
Total invoice1180.00
Chapter note
Lead and Articles thereof. Mostly 18%.

Compliance pointers (ITC / RCM / classification)

ITC hint

Input Tax Credit depends on usage conditions, restrictions, and supplier eligibility. Treat this as a quick hint — verify for edge cases.

ITC Eligible
RCM / special cases

Reverse Charge is notification-based and can depend on supplier status and transaction type. If you see a warning, double-check notifications and your invoice terms.

No chapter-level RCM note found. Still verify based on notification + supplier category.
Classification checks
  • Compare adjacent headings within Chapter 78 before finalizing.
  • Use chapter notes to avoid common confusions (materials vs finished goods, kits, etc.).
  • For services (99), place-of-supply can change whether IGST/CGST+SGST applies.

FAQs for HSN 780200

What is the GST rate for HSN 780200?

GST rate for HSN 780200 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 780200 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.

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