HSN Codes · Chapter 29: Organic Chemicals

HSN Code 290512

Propan-1-o1 (propyl alcohol) and propan-2-ol (isopropyl alcohol)

Typical GST rate

Varies

Depends on sub-classification

Type

Goods

HSN classification

Code level

6-digit

Sub-heading

Reading code 290512

The first two digits (29) place this code in chapter 29 — Organic Chemicals. Heading 2905 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.

Bulk organic chemicals and intermediates, including the API building blocks of India's pharmaceutical industry.

Parent heading

2905 — Acyclic alcohols and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives

More specific codes under 290512

  • 29051210 — Propan-1-o1 (propyl alcohol) and propan-2-ol (isopropyl alcohol) — propyl alcohol
  • 29051220 — Propan-1-o1 (propyl alcohol) and propan-2-ol (isopropyl alcohol) — isopropyl alcohol

Related codes in heading 2905

  • 290511 — Acyclic alcohols and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives — methanol (methyl alcohol)
  • 290513 — Acyclic alcohols and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives — butan-1-ol (n-butyl alcohol)
  • 290514 — Acyclic alcohols and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives — other butanols
  • 290516 — Acyclic alcohols and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives — octanol (octyl alcohol) and isomers thereof
  • 290517 — Dodecan-1-ol (lauryl alcohol),hexadecan-1-ol (cetyl alcohol) and octadecan-1-ol (stearyl alcohol)
  • 290519 — Acyclic alcohols and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives — other
  • 290522 — Acyclic alcohols and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives — acyclic terpene alcohols
  • 290529 — Acyclic alcohols and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives — other
  • 290531 — Acyclic alcohols and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives — ethylene glycol (ethanediol)
  • 290532 — Acyclic alcohols and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives — propylene glycol (propane-1,2-diol)

Frequently asked questions

The GST rate under 290512 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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