HSN Codes · Chapter 39: Plastics and Articles Thereof

HSN Code 390120

Polyethylene having a specific gravity of 0.94 or more

Typical GST rate

Varies

Depends on sub-classification

Type

Goods

HSN classification

Code level

6-digit

Sub-heading

Reading code 390120

The first two digits (39) place this code in chapter 39 — Plastics and Articles Thereof. Heading 3901 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.

Polymers, plastic sheets, pipes, packaging, and household plastic articles — one of the busiest chapters for traders and manufacturers, mostly at 18%.

Parent heading

3901 — Polymers of ethylene, in primary forms

More specific codes under 390120

  • 39012000 — Polyethylene having a specific gravity of 0.94 or more

Related codes in heading 3901

  • 390110 — Polyethylene having a specific gravity of less than 0.94
  • 390130 — Plastics and Articles Thereof — polymers of ethylene, in primary forms — ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymers
  • 390140 — Ethylene-alpha-olefin copolymers, having a specific gravity of less than 0.94
  • 390190 — Plastics and Articles Thereof — polymers of ethylene, in primary forms — other

Frequently asked questions

The GST rate under 390120 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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