Q3HSN Code 2937
Hormones, prostaglandins, thromboxanes and leukotrienes
Hormones, prostaglandins, thromboxanes and leukotrienes, natural or reproduced by synthesis, derivatives and structural analogues thereof,- including chain modified polypeptides, used primarily as hormones
GST rate
| Gibberellic acid | 5% |
| All organic chemicals other than giberellic acid | 18% |
Codes under 2937
| Code | Description | GST rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2937 11 | Somatotropin, its derivatives and structural analogues | Varies |
| 2937 12 | Insulin and its salts | Varies |
| 2937 19 | Hormones, prostaglandins, thromboxanes and leukotrienes, natural or reproduced by synthesis, derivatives and structural analogues thereof,- including chain modified polypeptides, used primarily as hormones › Other | Varies |
| 2937 21 | Cortisone, hydrocortisone, prednisone (dehydrocortisone) and prednisolone (dehydrohydrocortisone) | Varies |
| 2937 22 | Halogenated derivatives of corticosteroidal harmones | Varies |
| 2937 23 | Oestrogens and progestogens | Varies |
| 2937 29 | Hormones, prostaglandins, thromboxanes and leukotrienes, natural or reproduced by synthesis, derivatives and structural analogues thereof,- including chain modified polypeptides, used primarily as hormones › Other | Varies |
| 2937 31 | Epinephrine | Varies |
| 2937 50 | Prostaglandins,thromboxanes, leukotrienes, their derivatives and structural analogues | Varies |
| 2937 90 | Hormones, prostaglandins, thromboxanes and leukotrienes, natural or reproduced by synthesis, derivatives and structural analogues thereof,- including chain modified polypeptides, used primarily as hormones › Other | Varies |
| 2937 90 11 | Epinethrine | Varies |
| 2937 90 20 | Amino-acid derivatives | Varies |
← Chapter 29: Organic chemicals and chemical compounds
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HSN code for hormones, prostaglandins, thromboxanes and leukotrienes?
The HSN code for hormones, prostaglandins, thromboxanes and leukotrienes is 2937, under Chapter 29 (Organic chemicals and chemical compounds).
What is the GST rate on hormones, prostaglandins, thromboxanes and leukotrienes?
It depends on the specific item: gibberellic acid is 5%; all organic chemicals other than giberellic acid is 18%.
How many digits of the HSN code go on a GST invoice?
It depends on your turnover in the previous financial year: businesses above ₹5 crore generally show 6 digits (8 for certain specified goods), and smaller businesses show 4 digits on B2B invoices. Check the current e-invoicing/HSN notification for the exact threshold that applies to you.
Rates as per Notification No. 9/2025-Central Tax (Rate), as amended, as of 7 October 2026. For guidance only — verify with your tax advisor.