What is the GST (IGST) rate for HSN code 27121090?

HSN code 27121090 (Paraffin Wax) attracts 18% IGST under Schedule II of the GST notification.

What is the customs duty (BCD) for HSN code 27121090?

The Basic Customs Duty (BCD) for HSN code 27121090 is 5%. On import, the landed duty also adds Social Welfare Surcharge (on BCD) and IGST (on the duty-inclusive value).

What does HSN code 27121090 cover?

HSN code 27121090 covers Paraffin Wax. It sits under Chapter 27 – Mineral fuels, mineral oils and products of their distillation; bituminous substances; mineral waxes, in Section V – MINERAL PRODUCTS.

What is the unit of measurement for HSN code 27121090?

The standard unit of quantity (UQC) for HSN code 27121090 is kg, as listed in the Customs Tariff.

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Paraffin Wax HSN Code 2712

Q: What is the HSN code for Paraffin Wax?

The HSN code for Paraffin Wax is 27121090, classified under Chapter 27 – Mineral fuels, mineral oils and products of their distillation; bituminous substances; mineral waxes of India's Customs Tariff (ITC-HS).

Q: What is the HSN code for paraffin wax?

Petroleum jelly/paraffin wax falls under sub-heading 271210 — crude under 27121010 and other under 27121090, within heading 2712.

18% IGSTSchedule II

Petroleum jelly, paraffin wax and similar waxes are classified under HSN heading 2712. Crude and other petroleum jelly/wax each have their own tariff item.

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Heading

2712

Primary code

27121090

GST / IGST

18%

Customs duty (BCD)

Paraffin Wax HSN codes & GST rates

The 8-digit HSN/HS codes under heading 2712 (petroleum jelly, paraffin wax, microcrystalline petroleum wax, slack wax, ozokerite, lignite wax, peat wax, other mineral waxes, and similar products obtained by synthesis or by other processes, whether or not coloured). Click any code for the full duty stack, IGST schedule and FTA preferential rates.

HSN code	Description	IGST	BCD
27121010	- Crude	18%	5%
27121090	- Other	18%	5%

FTA preferential rates: 7 partner agreement(s) listed for 27121090; best preferential rate 0% via Japan; 5 partner(s) at 0%. See full FTA breakdown →

What is the HSN code for paraffin wax?

The HSN code for paraffin wax is 2712 at the 4-digit heading level. For GST invoicing and customs filing you generally need the full 8-digit tariff item — for paraffin wax the most common is 27121090, 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 paraffin wax is classified under HSN

The HSN classification for paraffin wax 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 272-digitMineral fuels, mineral oils and products of their distillation; bituminous substances; mineral waxes
27124-digit headingPETROLEUM JELLY, PARAFFIN WAX, MICROCRYSTALLINE PETROLEUM WAX, SLACK WAX, OZOKERITE, LIGNITE WAX, PEAT WAX, OTHER MINERAL WAXES, AND SIMILAR PRODUCTS OBTAINED BY SYNTHESIS OR BY OTHER PROCESSES, WHETHER OR NOT COLOURED
2712106-digit subheading- Petroleum jelly :
271210908-digit tariff item- Other

Section V — MINERAL PRODUCTS

GST on paraffin wax

Paraffin Wax (HSN 2712) 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 27121090 — 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 paraffin wax

When paraffin wax (HSN 27121090) is imported into India, the duty stack is approximately: Basic Customs Duty (BCD) 5%, AIDC 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: ₹24.8145. 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 27121090 →

Conclusion

The HSN code for paraffin wax is 2712 at the heading level, with 27121090 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.