GST HSN / SAC Code Finder
Describe your product or service in plain language — AI matches it to the correct HSN or SAC code with applicable GST rate and exemptions.
Need Professional Help?
Our Chartered Accountants can handle all your compliance needs — from filing to advisory.
Businesses with turnover above ₹10 Cr must use 6-digit HSN on e-invoices under the e-invoicing mandate.
Meat of bovine animals, fresh or chilled
Milk and cream, not concentrated
Dried leguminous vegetables (pulses)
Wheat and meslin
Rice
Cane or beet sugar
Bread, pastry, cakes, biscuits
Water, mineral water, aerated water
Aerated / carbonated drinks
Petroleum oils and fuels
Medicines and pharmaceutical products
Beauty / makeup / skincare preparations
Soap, organic surface-active products
Plastic articles for conveyance or packing
Bags, suitcases, briefcases, wallets
Printed books, newspapers, pictures
Woven cotton fabrics
T-shirts, singlets, tank tops (knitted)
Men's suits, jackets, trousers (not knitted)
Footwear with rubber/plastic soles
Jewellery of precious metal
Structures and parts of iron or steel
Computers, laptops, tablets
Mobile phones and smartphones
Motor cars and vehicles (petrol, up to 1200cc)
Seats and chairs (office, home)
Furniture (wooden, metal, plastic)
Construction services
Financial and related services
Insurance and pension services
Hotel accommodation services
Restaurant services (non-AC, < ₹7500)
Transport of goods by road
Transport of passengers (AC bus, rail)
Supporting transport services
Accounting, auditing, tax consultancy
Legal services
Advertising and market research
IT services, software development
Research and development services
Rental services of commercial property
Education and training services
Health care services
Beauty and personal care services
Manufacturing services on physical inputs
Government services
Cleaning and maintenance services
Employment services, recruitment
Event management, entertainment
Waste treatment and disposal
HSN & SAC Code Finder — Complete Guide
HSN Codes (Harmonized System of Nomenclature) are used to classify goods, while SAC Codes (Services Accounting Code) classify services under GST. Every GST-registered business must use the correct HSN/SAC code on invoices and returns. For a complete reference, bookmark our comprehensive HSN code list with GST rates.
HSN Code Requirements by Turnover
Turnover up to ₹5 Cr: 4-digit HSN code required. Turnover above ₹5 Cr: 6-digit HSN code mandatory. Export transactions always require 8-digit code. Wrong HSN/SAC codes can lead to GST notice, return rejection, or penalty. Learn how to format your invoices correctly with our GST invoice format and mandatory fields guide.
Further Reading & Related Resources
- Found the right code? Calculate the exact GST amount — CGST, SGST, or IGST — based on the rate for your HSN or SAC code.
- Filing returns with wrong codes can trigger notices. Check the penalty implications of incorrect or late GST return submissions.
- Our GST registration and return filing service ensures every invoice carries the correct HSN/SAC code — from GSTR-1 to annual GSTR-9 filings.
- Exporting goods and need 8-digit codes? Our IEC registration team handles import-export code issuance along with HS classification for customs filings.
- Read our HSN classification guides for industry-specific code lookups, rate change notifications, and common misclassification errors to avoid.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I do if I receive a GST notice for wrong HSN code?
If you receive a notice for HSN misclassification, you’ll need to file a revised return or submit a response with the correct HSN code and supporting documentation. The penalty depends on whether it was a genuine error or deliberate misclassification. Read our detailed guide on how to reply to a GST notice with sample responses and timeline.
Related Tools
GST Calculator
Calculate CGST, SGST, IGST breakdown. Reverse GST calculation, composition scheme comparison, and HSN/SAC code quick-lookup — all in one tool.
TDS Calculator
Select payment type, enter amount, and get the applicable TDS section, rate, threshold, deduction amount, and deposit due date instantly.
Income Tax Calculator
Side-by-side comparison of tax under Old vs New Regime. Get a personalized recommendation on which regime saves you more, with visual breakeven charts.
Compliance Calendar
Enter your business type and registrations — get a personalized 12-month calendar with all due dates, forms, penalties, and Google Calendar integration.
Need Professional Help?
Our Chartered Accountants can handle all your compliance needs — from filing to advisory.