What is the GST (IGST) rate for HSN code 96151100?

HSN code 96151100 (Comb & Hair Accessories) attracts 5% IGST under Schedule I of the GST notification.

What is the customs duty (BCD) for HSN code 96151100?

The Basic Customs Duty (BCD) for HSN code 96151100 is 20%. On import, the landed duty also adds Social Welfare Surcharge (on BCD) and IGST (on the duty-inclusive value).

What does HSN code 96151100 cover?

HSN code 96151100 covers Comb & Hair Accessories. It sits under Chapter 96 – Miscellaneous manufactured articles, in Section XX – MISCELLANEOUS MANUFACTURED ARTICLES.

What is the unit of measurement for HSN code 96151100?

The standard unit of quantity (UQC) for HSN code 96151100 is kg, as listed in the Customs Tariff.

What is the HSN code for a comb?

Combs of hard rubber or plastics are classified under 96151100, and of other materials under 96151900, within heading 9615.

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Comb & Hair Accessories HSN Code 9615

Q: What is the HSN code for Comb & Hair Accessories?

The HSN code for Comb & Hair Accessories is 96151100, classified under Chapter 96 – Miscellaneous manufactured articles of India's Customs Tariff (ITC-HS).

5% IGSTSchedule I

Combs, hair-slides and similar hair accessories are classified under HSN heading 9615. Combs of hard rubber/plastics and other materials each have their own tariff item.

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Heading

9615

Primary code

96151100

GST / IGST

Customs duty (BCD)

20%

Comb & Hair Accessories HSN codes & GST rates

The 8-digit HSN/HS codes under heading 9615 (combs, hair-slides and the like, hairpins, curling pins, curling grips, hair-curlers and the like, other than those of heading 8516, and parts thereof). Click any code for the full duty stack, IGST schedule and FTA preferential rates.

HSN code	Description	IGST	BCD
96151100	Of hard rubber or plastics	5%	20%
96151900	Other	5%	20%

FTA preferential rates: 13 partner agreement(s) listed for 96151100; best preferential rate 0% via ASEAN countries; 10 partner(s) at 0%. See full FTA breakdown →

What is the HSN code for comb & hair accessories?

The HSN code for comb & hair accessories is 9615 at the 4-digit heading level. For GST invoicing and customs filing you generally need the full 8-digit tariff item — for comb & hair accessories the most common is 96151100, which attracts 5% IGST.

HSN (Harmonized System of Nomenclature) codes are India's standardised product-classification system used for both GST and customs. The first 2 digits are the chapter, 4 digits the heading, 6 digits the international subheading and 8 digits the India-specific tariff item. Always confirm the exact 8-digit code for your specific variant, and verify the rate against the latest CBIC/DGFT notification before filing.

How comb & hair accessories is classified under HSN

The HSN classification for comb & hair accessories narrows down level by level — from the broad section to the specific 8-digit tariff item used on your invoice and Bill of Entry.

Chapter 962-digitMiscellaneous manufactured articles
96154-digit headingCOMBS, HAIR-SLIDES AND THE LIKE, HAIRPINS, CURLING PINS, CURLING GRIPS, HAIR-CURLERS AND THE LIKE, OTHER THAN THOSE OF HEADING 8516, AND PARTS THEREOF
9615116-digit subheadingCOMBS, HAIR-SLIDES AND THE LIKE, HAIRPINS, CURLING PINS, CURLING GRIPS, HAIR-CURLERS AND THE LIKE, OTHER THAN THOSE OF HEADING 8516, AND PARTS THEREOF
961511008-digit tariff itemOf hard rubber or plastics

Section XX — MISCELLANEOUS MANUFACTURED ARTICLES

GST on comb & hair accessories

Comb & Hair Accessories (HSN 9615) attracts 5% GST under GST Schedule I. On a sale within the same state this is charged as 2.5% CGST + 2.5% SGST; on an inter-state sale or an import it is charged as a single 5% IGST. This is the rate recorded for the primary code 96151100 — other variants in the table above can carry different rates, so match your exact product and verify against the latest CBIC GST rate notification.

Customs duty on imported comb & hair accessories

When comb & hair accessories (HSN 96151100) is imported into India, the duty stack is approximately: Basic Customs Duty (BCD) 20%, AIDC 20%, Social Welfare Surcharge on the aggregate of customs duties, plus IGST 5% on the assessable value plus duties.

Indicative total duty on ₹100 of assessable value: ₹32.72. This is an estimate — the actual amount depends on valuation, exemptions and the notifications in force on the date of import.

See the full duty breakdown for 96151100 →

Conclusion

The HSN code for comb & hair accessories is 9615 at the heading level, with 96151100 the most commonly used 8-digit tariff item (5% GST). Always pick the 8-digit code that matches your exact product variant from the table above, and confirm the GST rate and customs duty against the latest CBIC/DGFT notifications before invoicing or filing a Bill of Entry.