HSN Codes · Chapter 27: Mineral Fuels and Oils

HSN Code 271290

Petroleum jelly, paraffin wax, microcrystalline petroleum wax, slack wax, ozokerite, lignite wax, peat wax, other mineral waxes, and similar products obtained by synthesis or by other processes, whether or not coloured — other

Typical GST rate

Varies

Depends on sub-classification

Type

Goods

HSN classification

Code level

6-digit

Sub-heading

Reading code 271290

The first two digits (27) place this code in chapter 27 — Mineral Fuels and Oils. Heading 2712 groups the product family, and the remaining digits pin down this specific 6-digit classification. Remember: you can never invent a shorter code by truncating a longer one — only codes that exist in the official tariff are valid.

Coal, petroleum oils, LPG, lubricants, and other mineral fuels. Several petroleum products remain outside GST; the rest are taxed at various slabs.

Parent heading

2712 — Petroleum jelly, paraffin wax, microcrystalline petroleum wax, slack wax, ozokerite, lignite wax, peat wax, other mineral waxes, and similar products obtained by synthesis or by other processes, whether or not coloured

More specific codes under 271290

  • 27129010 — Petroleum jelly, paraffin wax, microcrystalline petroleum wax, slack wax, ozokerite, lignite wax, peat wax, other mineral waxes, and similar products obtained by synthesis or by other processes, whether or not coloured — other — micro-crystalline petroleum wax
  • 27129020 — Petroleum jelly, paraffin wax, microcrystalline petroleum wax, slack wax, ozokerite, lignite wax, peat wax, other mineral waxes, and similar products obtained by synthesis or by other processes, whether or not coloured — other — lignite wax
  • 27129030 — Petroleum jelly, paraffin wax, microcrystalline petroleum wax, slack wax, ozokerite, lignite wax, peat wax, other mineral waxes, and similar products obtained by synthesis or by other processes, whether or not coloured — other — slack wax
  • 27129040 — Paraffin wax containing by weight less than 0.75 % of oil
  • 27129090 — Petroleum jelly, paraffin wax, microcrystalline petroleum wax, slack wax, ozokerite, lignite wax, peat wax, other mineral waxes, and similar products obtained by synthesis or by other processes, whether or not coloured — other — other

Related codes in heading 2712

  • 271210 — Petroleum jelly, paraffin wax, microcrystalline petroleum wax, slack wax, ozokerite, lignite wax, peat wax, other mineral waxes, and similar products obtained by synthesis or by other processes, whether or not coloured — petroleum jelly
  • 271220 — Paraffin wax containing by weight less than 0.75 % of oil

Frequently asked questions

The GST rate under 271290 depends on the specific item and applicable notifications. Check the classification with our HSN code finder and confirm the rate before invoicing.
Businesses with annual aggregate turnover of ₹5 crore or more must report at least 6 digits on e-invoices and e-way bills; below ₹5 crore, 4 digits is the B2B minimum. Exports require 8 digits.
Every line item on a GST tax invoice carries its HSN code alongside the description, quantity, taxable value, and tax breakup. The code also flows into your GSTR-1 HSN summary and e-way bills.

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