What is the GST (IGST) rate for HSN code 32041119?

HSN code 32041119 (Synthetic Dye) attracts 18% IGST under Schedule II of the GST notification.

What is the customs duty (BCD) for HSN code 32041119?

The Basic Customs Duty (BCD) for HSN code 32041119 is 7.50%. On import, the landed duty also adds Social Welfare Surcharge (on BCD) and IGST (on the duty-inclusive value).

What does HSN code 32041119 cover?

HSN code 32041119 covers Synthetic Dye. It sits under Chapter 32 – Tanning or dyeing extracts; tannins and their derivatives; dyes, pigments and other colouring matter; paints and varnishes; putty and other mastics; inks, in Section VI – PRODUCTS OF THE CHEMICAL OR ALLIED INDUSTRIES.

What is the unit of measurement for HSN code 32041119?

The standard unit of quantity (UQC) for HSN code 32041119 is kg, as listed in the Customs Tariff.

What is the HSN code for synthetic dyes?

Disperse dyes fall under sub-heading 320411 — Disperse Yellow 13 under 32041111 and other disperse dyes under 32041119, within heading 3204.

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Synthetic Dye HSN Code 3204

Q: What is the HSN code for Synthetic Dye?

The HSN code for Synthetic Dye is 32041119, classified under Chapter 32 – Tanning or dyeing extracts; tannins and their derivatives; dyes, pigments and other colouring matter; paints and varnishes; putty and other mastics; inks of India's Customs Tariff (ITC-HS).

18% IGSTSchedule II

Synthetic organic colouring matter (dyes and pigments) is classified under HSN heading 3204. Disperse dyes and other synthetic dyes each have their own tariff item.

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Heading

3204

Primary code

32041119

GST / IGST

18%

Customs duty (BCD)

7.5%

Synthetic Dye HSN codes & GST rates

The 8-digit HSN/HS codes under heading 3204 (synthetic organic colouring matter, whether or not chemically defined; preparations as specified in note 3 to this chapter based on synthetic organic colouring matter; synthetic organic products of a kind used as fluorescent brightening agents or as luminophores, whether or not chemically defined based thereon as specified in note 3 to this chapter :). Click any code for the full duty stack, IGST schedule and FTA preferential rates.

HSN code	Description	IGST	BCD
32041111	- Disperse yellow 13 (duranol brill yellow 6 G)	18%	7.5%
32041119	- Other	18%	7.5%

FTA preferential rates: 11 partner agreement(s) listed for 32041119; best preferential rate 0% via ASEAN countries; 10 partner(s) at 0%. See full FTA breakdown →

What is the HSN code for synthetic dye?

The HSN code for synthetic dye is 3204 at the 4-digit heading level. For GST invoicing and customs filing you generally need the full 8-digit tariff item — for synthetic dye the most common is 32041119, which attracts 18% 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 synthetic dye is classified under HSN

The HSN classification for synthetic dye 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 322-digitTanning or dyeing extracts; tannins and their derivatives; dyes, pigments and other colouring matter; paints and varnishes; putty and other mastics; inks
32044-digit headingSYNTHETIC ORGANIC COLOURING MATTER, WHETHER OR NOT CHEMICALLY DEFINED; PREPARATIONS AS SPECIFIED IN NOTE 3 TO THIS CHAPTER BASED ON SYNTHETIC ORGANIC COLOURING MATTER; SYNTHETIC ORGANIC PRODUCTS OF A KIND USED AS FLUORESCENT BRIGHTENING AGENTS OR AS LUMINOPHORES, WHETHER OR NOT CHEMICALLY DEFINED based thereon as specified in Note 3 to this Chapter :
3204116-digit subheadingDisperse dyes and preparations based thereon:
320411198-digit tariff item- Other

Section VI — PRODUCTS OF THE CHEMICAL OR ALLIED INDUSTRIES

GST on synthetic dye

Synthetic Dye (HSN 3204) attracts 18% GST under GST Schedule II. On a sale within the same state this is charged as 9% CGST + 9% SGST; on an inter-state sale or an import it is charged as a single 18% IGST. This is the rate recorded for the primary code 32041119 — 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 synthetic dye

When synthetic dye (HSN 32041119) is imported into India, the duty stack is approximately: Basic Customs Duty (BCD) 7.5%, AIDC 7.5%, Social Welfare Surcharge on the aggregate of customs duties, plus IGST 18% on the assessable value plus duties.

Indicative total duty on ₹100 of assessable value: ₹28.4651. This is an estimate — the actual amount depends on valuation, exemptions and the notifications in force on the date of import.

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Conclusion

The HSN code for synthetic dye is 3204 at the heading level, with 32041119 the most commonly used 8-digit tariff item (18% 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.