Q3Chapter 34 · Section VI
HSN Code Chapter 34: Soap, detergents, waxes and candles
Soap, organic surface-active agents, washing preparations, lubricating preparations, artificial waxes, prepared waxes, polishing or scouring preparations, candles and similar articles, modelling pastes, "dental waxes" and dental preparations with a basis of plaster
Rate distribution
- 18%: 4 headings
- Varies: 2 headings
- 5%: 1 heading
Headings in Chapter 34
| Code | Description | GST rate |
|---|---|---|
| 3401 | Soap, organic surface-active products and preparations | Varies |
| 3402 | Organic surface-active agents (other than soap) | Varies |
| 3403 | Lubricating preparations | 18% |
| 3404 | Artificial waxes and prepared waxes | 18% |
| 3405 | Polishes and creams, for footwear, furniture, floors | 18% |
| 3406 | Candles, tapers and the like | 5% |
| 3407 | Modelling pastes, including those put up for children's | 18% |
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Rates as per Notifications No. 9/2025-Central Tax (Rate) and 13/2025-Central Tax (Rate), as amended, as of 7 October 2026. For guidance only — verify with your tax advisor.