HSN Codes · Chapter 45: Cork and Articles of Cork

HSN Code 4502

Natural cork, debacked or roughly squared, or in rectangular (including square) blocks, plates, sheets or strip (including sharp-edged blanks for corks or stoppers)

Typical GST rate

Varies

Depends on sub-classification

Type

Goods

HSN classification

Code level

4-digit

Heading

Reading code 4502

The first two digits (45) place this code in chapter 45 — Cork and Articles of Cork. 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.

Natural and agglomerated cork and cork articles.

More specific codes under 4502

  • 450200 — Natural cork, debacked or roughly squared, or in rectangular (including square) blocks, plates, sheets or strip (including sharp-edged blanks for corks or stoppers)
  • 45020000 — Natural cork, debacked or roughly squared, or in rectangular (including square) blocks, plates, sheets or strip (including sharp-edged blanks for corks or stoppers)

Frequently asked questions

The GST rate under 4502 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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