Q3HSN Code 4101
Raw hides and skins of bovine (including buffalo) or equine
Raw hides and skins of bovine (including buffalo) or equine animals (fresh or salted, dried, limed , pickled or otherwise preserved , but not tanned, parchment dressed or further prepared), whether or not dehaired or split
GST rate
5%
Codes under 4101
| Code | Description | GST rate |
|---|---|---|
| 4101 20 | Whole hides and skins, unsplit of a weight per skin not exceeding 8 kg. When simply dried, 10kg. When dry-salted, or 16 kg. When fresh,wet-salted or otherwise preserved: | 5% |
| 4101 20 10 | Cow, including cow calf — whole hides and skins, unsplit of a weight per skin not exceeding 8 kg. When simply dried, 10kg. When dry-salted, or 16 kg. When fresh,wet-salted or otherwise preserved | 5% |
| 4101 20 20 | Buffalo, including buffalo calf — whole hides and skins, unsplit of a weight per skin not exceeding 8 kg. When simply dried, 10kg. When dry-salted, or 16 kg. When fresh,wet-salted or otherwise preserved | 5% |
| 4101 50 | Whole hides and skins, of a weight exceeding 16 kg.: | 5% |
| 4101 50 10 | Cow, including cow calf — whole hides and skins, of a weight exceeding 16 kg. | 5% |
| 4101 50 20 | Buffalo, including buffalo calf — whole hides and skins, of a weight exceeding 16 kg. | 5% |
| 4101 90 | Other, including butts, bends and bellies: | 5% |
| 4101 90 10 | Cow, including cow calf — other, including butts, bends and bellies | 5% |
| 4101 90 20 | Buffalo, including buffalo calf — other, including butts, bends and bellies | 5% |
← Chapter 41: Raw hides, skins and leather
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HSN code for raw hides and skins of bovine (including buffalo) or equine?
The HSN code for raw hides and skins of bovine (including buffalo) or equine is 4101, under Chapter 41 (Raw hides, skins and leather).
What is the GST rate on raw hides and skins of bovine (including buffalo) or equine?
Raw hides and skins of bovine (including buffalo) or equine is taxed at 5% GST under HSN code 4101.
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.