HSN Codes · Chapter 96: Miscellaneous Manufactured Articles

HSN Code 960920

Pencils (other than pencils of heading 9608), crayons, pencil leads, pastels, drawing charcoals, writing or drawing chalks and tailors chalk — pencil leads, black or coloured

Typical GST rate

Varies

Depends on sub-classification

Type

Goods

HSN classification

Code level

6-digit

Sub-heading

Reading code 960920

The first two digits (96) place this code in chapter 96 — Miscellaneous Manufactured Articles. Heading 9609 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.

Brooms, brushes, pens, lighters, buttons, and other manufactured articles that fit nowhere else.

Parent heading

9609 — Pencils (other than pencils of heading 9608), crayons, pencil leads, pastels, drawing charcoals, writing or drawing chalks and tailors chalk

More specific codes under 960920

  • 96092000 — Pencils (other than pencils of heading 9608), crayons, pencil leads, pastels, drawing charcoals, writing or drawing chalks and tailors chalk — pencil leads, black or coloured — pencil leads, black or coloured

Related codes in heading 9609

  • 960910 — Pencils and crayons, with leads encased in a sheath
  • 960990 — Pencils (other than pencils of heading 9608), crayons, pencil leads, pastels, drawing charcoals, writing or drawing chalks and tailors chalk — other

Frequently asked questions

The GST rate under 960920 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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