Q3HSN Code 3804
Residual lyes from the manufacture of wood pulp
Residual lyes from the manufacture of wood pulp, whether or not concentrated, desugared or chemically treated, including lignin sulphonates, but excluding tall oil of heading 3802
GST rate
18%
Codes under 3804
| Code | Description | GST rate |
|---|---|---|
| 3804 00 | Residual lyes from the manufacture of wood pulp, whether or not concentrated, desugared or chemically treated, including lignin sulphonates, but excluding tall oil of heading 3803: | 18% |
| 3804 00 10 | Lignin sulphonates | 18% |
| 3804 00 20 | Concentrated sulphate lye | 18% |
← Chapter 38: Insecticides and other miscellaneous chemical products
Related HSN codes
3805Gum, wood or sulphate turpentine and other terpenic oils3803Tall oil, whether or not refined3806Rosin and resin acids, and derivatives thereof3802Activated carbon; activated natural mineral products3807Wood tar, wood tar oils, wood creosote, wood naphtha3801Artificial graphite, colloidal or semi-colloidal graphite
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HSN code for residual lyes from the manufacture of wood pulp?
The HSN code for residual lyes from the manufacture of wood pulp is 3804, under Chapter 38 (Insecticides and other miscellaneous chemical products).
What is the GST rate on residual lyes from the manufacture of wood pulp?
Residual lyes from the manufacture of wood pulp is taxed at 18% GST under HSN code 3804.
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.