HSN Codes · Chapter 32: Tanning, Dyes, Paints, and Inks

HSN Code 3215

Printing ink, writing or drawing ink and other inks, whether or not concentrated or solid

Typical GST rate

Varies

Depends on sub-classification

Type

Goods

HSN classification

Code level

4-digit

Heading

Reading code 3215

The first two digits (32) place this code in chapter 32 — Tanning, Dyes, Paints, and Inks. As a 4-digit heading it groups a whole product family; 6 and 8-digit codes underneath it get more specific. Remember: you can never invent a shorter code by truncating a longer one — only codes that exist in the official tariff are valid.

Tanning extracts, dyes, pigments, paints, varnishes, putty, and printing ink — core inputs for manufacturing and construction.

More specific codes under 3215

  • 321511 — Printing ink, writing or drawing ink and other inks, whether or not concentrated or solid — black
  • 32151110 — Printing ink, writing or drawing ink and other inks, whether or not concentrated or solid — black — lithographic ink and jelly
  • 32151120 — Printing ink, writing or drawing ink and other inks, whether or not concentrated or solid — black — newspaper ink
  • 32151130 — Printing ink, writing or drawing ink and other inks, whether or not concentrated or solid — black — rotary ink
  • 32151140 — Printing ink, writing or drawing ink and other inks, whether or not concentrated or solid — black — screen printing ink
  • 32151190 — Printing ink, writing or drawing ink and other inks, whether or not concentrated or solid — black — other
  • 321519 — Printing ink, writing or drawing ink and other inks, whether or not concentrated or solid — other
  • 32151910 — Printing ink, writing or drawing ink and other inks, whether or not concentrated or solid — other — lithographic ink and jelly
  • 32151920 — Printing ink, writing or drawing ink and other inks, whether or not concentrated or solid — other — newspaper ink
  • 32151930 — Printing ink, writing or drawing ink and other inks, whether or not concentrated or solid — other — rotary ink

Frequently asked questions

The GST rate under 3215 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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