HSN Codes · Chapter 42: Articles of Leather and Travel Goods

HSN Code 4202

Trunks, suitcases, handbags, wallets and similar containers

Typical GST rate

18%

9% CGST + 9% SGST intra-state

Type

Goods

HSN classification

Code level

4-digit

Heading

Reading code 4202

The first two digits (42) place this code in chapter 42 — Articles of Leather and Travel Goods. 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.

Handbags, wallets, suitcases, belts, and other leather and travel goods at 18% GST (some below value thresholds at 12%).

More specific codes under 4202

  • 420211 — With outer surface of leather or of composition leather
  • 42021110 — Travel goods (trunks, suit-cases, sports bags and other similar items ) of leather
  • 42021120 — With outer surface of leather or of composition leather — toilet-bags and cases, of leather
  • 42021130 — With outer surface of leather or of composition leather — satchels
  • 42021140 — With outer surface of leather or of composition leather — brief-cases
  • 42021150 — With outer surface of leather or of composition leather — executive-cases
  • 42021160 — With outer surface of leather or of composition leather — vanity-cases
  • 42021170 — With outer surface of leather or of composition leather — attache-cases
  • 42021190 — With outer surface of leather or of composition leather — other
  • 420212 — With outer surface of plastic or of textile materials

Frequently asked questions

Goods and services under 4202 typically attract 18% GST. Rates can vary by sub-classification and notifications, so confirm the applicable rate for your specific item.
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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