What is the GST (IGST) rate for HSN code 96190010?

HSN code 96190010 (Sanitary Napkin) attracts 18% IGST under Schedule II of the GST notification. This is the default 18% rate, applied where no more specific GST schedule entry matches the code.

What is the customs duty (BCD) for HSN code 96190010?

The Basic Customs Duty (BCD) for HSN code 96190010 is 10%. On import, the landed duty also adds Social Welfare Surcharge (on BCD) and IGST (on the duty-inclusive value).

What does HSN code 96190010 cover?

HSN code 96190010 covers Sanitary Napkin. It sits under Chapter 96 – Miscellaneous manufactured articles, in Section XX – MISCELLANEOUS MANUFACTURED ARTICLES.

What is the unit of measurement for HSN code 96190010?

The standard unit of quantity (UQC) for HSN code 96190010 is kg, as listed in the Customs Tariff.

What is the HSN code for sanitary napkins?

Sanitary towels/napkins are classified under 96190010, tampons under 96190020, and baby napkins/liners under 96190030, within heading 9619.

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Sanitary Napkin HSN Code 9619

Q: What is the HSN code for Sanitary Napkin?

The HSN code for Sanitary Napkin is 96190010, classified under Chapter 96 – Miscellaneous manufactured articles of India's Customs Tariff (ITC-HS).

18% IGSTSchedule II

Sanitary towels (pads), tampons and napkins are classified under HSN heading 9619. Sanitary napkins, tampons and baby napkins each have their own tariff item.

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Heading

9619

Primary code

96190010

GST / IGST

18%

Customs duty (BCD)

10%

Sanitary Napkin HSN codes & GST rates

The 8-digit HSN/HS codes under heading 9619 (sanitary towels (pads) and tampons, napkins (diapers), napkin liners and similar articles, of any material). Click any code for the full duty stack, IGST schedule and FTA preferential rates.

HSN code	Description	IGST	BCD
96190010	Sanitary towels (pads) or sanitary napkins	18%	10%
96190020	Tampons	18%	10%
96190030	Napkins and napkin liners for babies	5%	10%
96190040	Clinical diapers	5%	10%

FTA preferential rates: 11 partner agreement(s) listed for 96190010; best preferential rate 0% via ASEAN countries; 9 partner(s) at 0%. See full FTA breakdown →

What is the HSN code for sanitary napkin?

The HSN code for sanitary napkin is 9619 at the 4-digit heading level. For GST invoicing and customs filing you generally need the full 8-digit tariff item — for sanitary napkin the most common is 96190010, 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 sanitary napkin is classified under HSN

The HSN classification for sanitary napkin 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
96194-digit headingSANITARY TOWELS (PADS) AND TAMPONS, NAPKINS (DIAPERS), NAPKIN LINERS AND SIMILAR ARTICLES, OF ANY MATERIAL
9619006-digit subheadingSanitary towels (pads) and tampons, napkins (diapers), napkin liners and similar articles, of any material:
961900108-digit tariff itemSanitary towels (pads) or sanitary napkins

Section XX — MISCELLANEOUS MANUFACTURED ARTICLES

GST on sanitary napkin

Sanitary Napkin (HSN 9619) 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 96190010 — 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 sanitary napkin

When sanitary napkin (HSN 96190010) is imported into India, the duty stack is approximately: Basic Customs Duty (BCD) 10%, AIDC 10%, Social Welfare Surcharge on the aggregate of customs duties, plus IGST 0% on the assessable value plus duties.

Indicative total duty on ₹100 of assessable value: ₹12.1. 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 96190010 →

Conclusion

The HSN code for sanitary napkin is 9619 at the heading level, with 96190010 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.