What is the GST (IGST) rate for HSN code 33071010?

HSN code 33071010 (Shaving Cream) attracts 18% IGST under Schedule II of the GST notification.

What is the customs duty (BCD) for HSN code 33071010?

The Basic Customs Duty (BCD) for HSN code 33071010 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 33071010 cover?

HSN code 33071010 covers Shaving Cream. It sits under Chapter 33 – Essential oils and resinoids, perfumery, cosmetic or toilet preparations, in Section VI – PRODUCTS OF THE CHEMICAL OR ALLIED INDUSTRIES.

What is the unit of measurement for HSN code 33071010?

The standard unit of quantity (UQC) for HSN code 33071010 is kg, as listed in the Customs Tariff.

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Shaving Cream HSN Code 3307

Q: What is the HSN code for Shaving Cream?

The HSN code for Shaving Cream is 33071010, classified under Chapter 33 – Essential oils and resinoids, perfumery, cosmetic or toilet preparations of India's Customs Tariff (ITC-HS).

Q: What is the HSN code for shaving cream?

Shaving cream is classified under 33071010, with other shaving preparations under 33071090, within heading 3307.

18% IGSTSchedule II

Pre-shave, shaving and after-shave preparations (and other toilet preparations like agarbatti) are classified under HSN heading 3307. Shaving cream has a dedicated tariff item.

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Heading

3307

Primary code

33071010

GST / IGST

18%

Customs duty (BCD)

20%

Shaving Cream HSN codes & GST rates

The 8-digit HSN/HS codes under heading 3307 (pre-shave, shaving or after-shave preparations, personal deodorants, bath preparations, depilatories and other perfumery, cosmetic or toilet preparations, not elsewhere specified or included; prepared room deodorisers, whether or not perfumed or having disinfectant properties). Click any code for the full duty stack, IGST schedule and FTA preferential rates.

HSN code	Description	IGST	BCD
33071010	- Shaving cream	18%	20%
33071090	- Other	18%	20%

FTA preferential rates: 12 partner agreement(s) listed for 33071010; best preferential rate 0% via ASEAN countries; 11 partner(s) at 0%. See full FTA breakdown →

What is the HSN code for shaving cream?

The HSN code for shaving cream is 3307 at the 4-digit heading level. For GST invoicing and customs filing you generally need the full 8-digit tariff item — for shaving cream the most common is 33071010, 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 shaving cream is classified under HSN

The HSN classification for shaving cream 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 332-digitEssential oils and resinoids, perfumery, cosmetic or toilet preparations
33074-digit headingPRE-SHAVE, SHAVING OR AFTER-SHAVE PREPARATIONS, PERSONAL DEODORANTS, BATH PREPARATIONS, DEPILATORIES AND OTHER PERFUMERY, COSMETIC OR TOILET PREPARATIONS, NOT ELSEWHERE SPECIFIED OR INCLUDED; PREPARED ROOM DEODORISERS, WHETHER OR NOT PERFUMED OR HAVING DISINFECTANT PROPERTIES
3307106-digit subheading- Pre-shave, shaving or after-shave preparations:
330710108-digit tariff item- Shaving cream

Section VI — PRODUCTS OF THE CHEMICAL OR ALLIED INDUSTRIES

GST on shaving cream

Shaving Cream (HSN 3307) 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 33071010 — 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 shaving cream

When shaving cream (HSN 33071010) 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 33071010 →

Conclusion

The HSN code for shaving cream is 3307 at the heading level, with 33071010 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.