Q3Codes under 3901
| Code | Description | GST rate |
|---|---|---|
| 3901 10 | Polyethylene having a specific gravity of less than 0.94: | 18% |
| 3901 10 10 | Linear low density polyethylene (LLDPE), in which ethylene monomer unit contributes 95 % or more by weight of the total polymer content | 18% |
| 3901 10 20 | Low density polyethylene (LDPE) | 18% |
| 3901 20 | Polyethylene having a specific gravity of 0.94 or more | 18% |
| 3901 30 | Ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymers | 18% |
| 3901 40 | Ethylene-alpha-olefin copolymers, having a specific gravity of less than 0.94: | 18% |
| 3901 40 10 | Linear low density polyethylene (LLDPE), in which ethylene monomer unit contributes less than 95 % by weight of the total polymer content | 18% |
| 3901 90 | Polymers of ethylene, in primary forms › Other | 18% |
| 3901 90 10 | Polymers of ethylene, in primary forms - other: linear medium density polyethylene (lmdpe) | 18% |
| 3901 90 90 | Polymers of ethylene, in primary forms - other: other | 18% |
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Related HSN codes
3902Polymers of propylene or of other olefins, in primary forms3926Other articles of plastics and articles of other materials3903Polymers of styrene, in primary forms3925Builders' ware of plastics, not elsewhere specified3904Polymers of vinyl chloride or of other halogenated olefins3924Tableware, kitchenware, other household articles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HSN code for polymers of ethylene, in primary forms?
The HSN code for polymers of ethylene, in primary forms is 3901, under Chapter 39 (Plastics and plastic articles).
What is the GST rate on polymers of ethylene, in primary forms?
Polymers of ethylene, in primary forms is taxed at 18% GST under HSN code 3901.
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.