HSN Codes · Chapter 34: Soaps, Waxes, and Cleaning Preparations

HSN Code 3404

Soaps, Waxes, and Cleaning Preparations — artificial waxes and prepared waxes

Typical GST rate

Varies

Depends on sub-classification

Type

Goods

HSN classification

Code level

4-digit

Heading

Reading code 3404

The first two digits (34) place this code in chapter 34 — Soaps, Waxes, and Cleaning Preparations. 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.

Soap, detergents, lubricating preparations, candles, and polishing and cleaning products.

More specific codes under 3404

  • 34041000 — Artificial waxes and prepared waxes of chemically modified lignite
  • 340420 — Soaps, Waxes, and Cleaning Preparations — artificial waxes and prepared waxes — of poly (oxyethylene) (polyethylene glycol)
  • 34042000 — Soaps, Waxes, and Cleaning Preparations — artificial waxes and prepared waxes — of poly (oxyethylene) (polyethylene glycol) — of poly (oxyethylene) (polyethylene glycol)
  • 340490 — Soaps, Waxes, and Cleaning Preparations — artificial waxes and prepared waxes — other
  • 34049010 — Sealing wax (including bottle sealing wax) in sticks, cakes or similar forms
  • 34049020 — Soaps, Waxes, and Cleaning Preparations — artificial waxes and prepared waxes — other — polyethylene wax
  • 34049031 — Soaps, Waxes, and Cleaning Preparations — artificial waxes and prepared waxes — other — poly brominated biphenyls
  • 34049032 — Soaps, Waxes, and Cleaning Preparations — artificial waxes and prepared waxes — other — poly chlorinated biphenyls
  • 34049033 — Soaps, Waxes, and Cleaning Preparations — artificial waxes and prepared waxes — other — poly chlorinated terphenyls
  • 34049039 — Soaps, Waxes, and Cleaning Preparations — artificial waxes and prepared waxes — other — other

Frequently asked questions

The GST rate under 3404 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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