Q3HSN Code 3401
Soap, organic surface-active products and preparations
Soap, organic surface-active products and preparations for use as soap, in the form of bars, cakes, moulded pieces or shapes, whether or not containing soap, organic surface-active products and preparations for washing the skin, in the form of liquid or cream and put up for retail sale, whether or not containing soap, paper, wadding, felt and nonwovens, impregnated, coated or covered with soap or detergent
GST rate
| Toilet Soap (other than industrial soap) in the form of bars, cakes, moulded pieces or shapes | 5% |
| Soap; organic surface-active products and preparations for use as soap, in the form of cakes, moulded pieces or shapes, whether or not containing soap[other than toilet soap in the form of bars, cakes, moulded pieces or shapes]; organic surface active products and preparations for washing the skin, in the form of liquid or cream and put up for retail sale, whether or not containing soap; paper, wadding, felt and nonwovens, impregnated, coated or covered with soap or detergent | 18% |
Codes under 3401
| Code | Description | GST rate |
|---|---|---|
| 3401 11 | For toilet use (including medicated products) — soap, organic surface-active products and preparations for use as soap, in the form of bars, cakes, moulded pieces or shapes, whether or not containing soap, organic surface-active products and preparations for washing the skin, in the form of liquid or cream and put up for retail sale, whether or not containing soap, paper, wadding, felt and nonwovens, impregnated, coated or covered with soap or detergent | Varies |
| 3401 11 10 | Medicated toilet soaps | Varies |
| 3401 11 20 | Shaving soaps other than shaving cream | Varies |
| 3401 19 | Soap, organic surface-active products and preparations for use as soap, in the form of bars, cakes, moulded pieces or shapes, whether or not containing soap, organic surface-active products and preparations for washing the skin, in the form of liquid or cream and put up for retail sale, whether or not containing soap, paper, wadding, felt and nonwovens, impregnated, coated or covered with soap or detergent › Other | Varies |
| 3401 19 11 | Industrial soap | Varies |
| 3401 19 20 | Flakes, chips and powder | Varies |
| 3401 19 30 | Tablets and cakes | Varies |
| 3401 19 41 | Household soaps | Varies |
| 3401 19 42 | Laundry soaps | Varies |
| 3401 20 | Soap in other forms | Varies |
| 3401 30 | Organic surface-active products and preparations for washing the skin, in the form of liquid or cream and put up for retail sale,whether or not containing soap: | Varies |
| 3401 30 11 | Medicated toilet soaps | Varies |
| 3401 30 12 | Shaving cream and shaving gel | Varies |
← Chapter 34: Soap, detergents, waxes and candles
Related HSN codes
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HSN code for soap, organic surface-active products and preparations?
The HSN code for soap, organic surface-active products and preparations is 3401, under Chapter 34 (Soap, detergents, waxes and candles).
What is the GST rate on soap, organic surface-active products and preparations?
It depends on the specific item: toilet soap (other than industrial soap) in the form of bars, cakes, moulded pieces or shapes is 5%; soap; organic surface-active products and preparations for use as soap, in the form of cakes, moulded pieces or shapes, whether or not containing soap[other than toilet soap in the form of bars, cakes, moulded pieces or shapes]; organic surface active products and preparations for washing the skin, in the form of liquid or cream and put up for retail sale, whether or not containing soap; paper, wadding, felt and nonwovens, impregnated, coated or covered with soap or detergent 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.