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Shampoo HSN Code 3305

18% IGSTSchedule II

Preparations for use on the hair (incl. shampoo, hair oil, hair lacquer) are classified under HSN heading 3305. Shampoos have their own sub-heading.

Heading
3305
Primary code
33051090
GST / IGST
18%
Customs duty (BCD)
20%

Shampoo HSN codes & GST rates

The 8-digit HSN/HS codes under heading 3305 (preparations for use on the hair). Click any code for the full duty stack, IGST schedule and FTA preferential rates.

HSN codeDescriptionIGSTBCD
33051010- Containing spirit18%20%
33051090- Other18%20%
33052000- Preparations for permanent waving or straightening18%20%
33053000- Hair lacquers18%20%

FTA preferential rates: 13 partner agreement(s) listed for 33051090; best preferential rate 0% via ASEAN countries; 11 partner(s) at 0%. See full FTA breakdown →

What is the HSN code for shampoo?

The HSN code for shampoo is 3305 at the 4-digit heading level. For GST invoicing and customs filing you generally need the full 8-digit tariff item — for shampoo the most common is 33051090, 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 shampoo is classified under HSN

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

  1. Chapter 332-digitEssential oils and resinoids, perfumery, cosmetic or toilet preparations
  2. 33054-digit headingPREPARATIONS FOR USE ON THE HAIR
  3. 3305106-digit subheading- Shampoos:
  4. 330510908-digit tariff item- Other

Section VIPRODUCTS OF THE CHEMICAL OR ALLIED INDUSTRIES

GST on shampoo

Shampoo (HSN 3305) 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 33051090 — 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 shampoo

When shampoo (HSN 33051090) 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 18% on the assessable value plus duties.

Indicative total duty on ₹100 of assessable value: 49.152. 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 33051090

Conclusion

The HSN code for shampoo is 3305 at the heading level, with 33051090 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.

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Source: CBIC Part II Import Tariff, chapter-wise PDFs·Last reviewed: