HSN Codes · Chapter 38: Miscellaneous Chemical Products

HSN Code 381512

With precious metal or precious metal compounds as the active substance

Typical GST rate

Varies

Depends on sub-classification

Type

Goods

HSN classification

Code level

6-digit

Sub-heading

Reading code 381512

The first two digits (38) place this code in chapter 38 — Miscellaneous Chemical Products. Heading 3815 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.

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

Parent heading

3815 — Reaction initiators, reaction accelerators and catalytic preparations, not elsewhere specified or included

More specific codes under 381512

  • 38151210 — Platinum or palladium catalysts with a base of activated carbon
  • 38151290 — With precious metal or precious metal compounds as the active substance — other

Related codes in heading 3815

  • 381511 — With nickel or nickel compounds as the active substance
  • 381519 — Reaction initiators, reaction accelerators and catalytic preparations, not elsewhere specified or included — other
  • 381590 — Reaction initiators, reaction accelerators and catalytic preparations, not elsewhere specified or included — other

Frequently asked questions

The GST rate under 381512 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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