HSN Codes · Chapter 38: Miscellaneous Chemical Products

HSN Code 3813

Preparations and charges for fire-extinguishers; charged fire-extinguishing grenades

Typical GST rate

Varies

Depends on sub-classification

Type

Goods

HSN classification

Code level

4-digit

Heading

Reading code 3813

The first two digits (38) place this code in chapter 38 — Miscellaneous Chemical Products. 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.

Insecticides, disinfectants, biodiesel, and other chemical products and residuals not classified elsewhere.

More specific codes under 3813

  • 381300 — Preparations and charges for fire-extinguishers, charged fire-extinguishing grenades
  • 38130000 — Preparations and charges for fire-extinguishers; charged fire-extinguishing grenades
  • 38130010 — Containing bromochlorodifluoromethane, bromotrifluoromethane or dibromotetrafluoroethanes kg
  • 38130020 — Containing methane, ethane or propane hydrobromofluorocarbons (HBFCs)
  • 38130030 — Containing methane, ethane or propane hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs)
  • 38130040 — Preparations and charges for fire-extinguishers, charged fire-extinguishing grenades — containing bromochloromethane
  • 38130090 — Preparations and charges for fire-extinguishers, charged fire-extinguishing grenades — other

Frequently asked questions

The GST rate under 3813 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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