Q3HSN Code 3005
Wadding, gauze, bandages and similar articles
Wadding, gauze, bandages and similar articles (for example, dressings, adhesive plasters, poultices), impregnated or coated with pharmaceutical substances or put up in forms or packings for retail sale for medical, surgical, dental or veterinary purposes
GST rate
5%
Codes under 3005
| Code | Description | GST rate |
|---|---|---|
| 3005 10 | Adhesive dressings and other articles having an adhesive layer: | 5% |
| 3005 10 10 | Adhesive guaze | 5% |
| 3005 10 20 | Adhesive tape | 5% |
| 3005 90 | Wadding, gauze, bandages and similar articles (for example, dressings, adhesive plasters, poultices), impregnated or coated with pharmaceutical substances or put up in forms or packings for retail sale for medical, surgical, dental or veterinary purposes › Other | 5% |
| 3005 90 10 | Cotton wool, medicated | 5% |
| 3005 90 20 | Poultice of kaolin | 5% |
| 3005 90 30 | Lint, medicated | 5% |
| 3005 90 40 | Bandages | 5% |
| 3005 90 50 | Burn therapy dressing soaked in protective gel | 5% |
| 3005 90 60 | Micro pores surgical tapes | 5% |
| 3005 90 70 | Corn removers and callous removers | 5% |
← Chapter 30: Medicines, vaccines and pharmaceutical products
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HSN code for wadding, gauze, bandages and similar articles?
The HSN code for wadding, gauze, bandages and similar articles is 3005, under Chapter 30 (Medicines, vaccines and pharmaceutical products).
What is the GST rate on wadding, gauze, bandages and similar articles?
Wadding, gauze, bandages and similar articles is taxed at 5% GST under HSN code 3005.
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.