Indian ITC-HS · Subheading (6-digit)
HSN / HS Code 740400Copper waste and scrap
Why might this GST rate differ?
This is the base GST / IGST rate for the heading. The actual rate can vary with the product’s composition, form, packaging or end use — some sub-items attract a different rate under the schedules and exemptions of Notification 09/2025-Integrated Tax (Rate). Always verify the exact item before filing.
HSN code 740400 covers Copper waste and scrap. GST / IGST is 18%.
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Where this code sits
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- 2740400Subheading (6-digit)Copper waste and scrap:
Tariff items under HSN 740400
The 8-digit tariff items within subheading 740400, each with its own GST rate and effective import-duty breakdown.
- 74040011Empty or discharged cartridges of all bores and sizes
- 74040012Copper scrap, namely the following : copper wire scrap covered by ISRI code words Barley, Berry and Birch; heavy copper scrap covered by ISRI code word Candy;unalloyed copper scrap covered by ISRI code word Cliff; copper wire nodules scrap covered by ISRI code words Clove, Cobra and Cocoa; light copper scrap covered by ISRI Code word Dream; muntz metal tubes covered by ISRI code word Palms; Miscellaneous copper-containing skimming, grindings, ashes, irony brass and copper, residues and slags covered by ISRI code word 'Drove' Copper wire scrap with various types of insultation covered by ISRI code word 'Druid'
- 74040019Other
- 74040021Empty or discharged cartridges of all bores and sizes, including the following: clean fired 70/30 brass shells free of bullets, iron and any other foreign material covered by ISRI code word 'Lake'; clean muffled (popped) 70/30 brass shells free of bullets, iron and any other foreign material covered by ISRI code word 'Lamb'
- 74040022Brass scrap, namely the following : refinery brass scrap covered by ISRI code word Drink; composition of red brass scrap covered by ISRI code word Ebony; red brass composition turnings scrap covered by ISRI code word Enerv; genuine babbit-lined brass bushings scrap covered by ISRI code word Elder; machinery or hard brass solids scrap covered by ISRI code word Engel; machinery or hand brass solids scrap covered by ISRI code word Erin; cocks and faucets scrap covered by ISRI code word Grape; yellow brass scrap covered by ISRI code word Honey; yellow brass castings covered by ISRI code word Ivory; new brass clippings covered by ISRI code word Label; yellow brass primer covered by ISRI code word Lark; brass pipe covered by ISRI code word Melon; yellow brass rod turnings covered by ISRI code word Night;new yellow brass rod ends covered by ISRI code word Noble; yellow brass turnings covered by ISRI code word Nomad; mixed unsweated auto radiators covered by ISRI code word Ocean; a dmiralty brass condenser tubes covered by ISRI code word Pales; aluminium brass condenser tubes covered by ISRI code word Pallu;
- 74040024Bronze scrap, including the following:manganese bronze solids covered ISRI code word 'Parch'; High lead bronze solids and borings covered by ISRI code word 'Elias'
- 74040025Copper nickel scrap, including the following: new cupro nickel clips and solids covered by ISRI code word 'Dandy'; cupro nickel solids covered by ISRI code word 'Daunt'; soldered cupro-nickel solids covered by ISRI code word 'Delta'; cupro nickel spinnings, turnings, borings covered by ISRI code word 'Decoy';
- 74040029Other
What is an HSN Code?
An HSN code (Harmonized System of Nomenclature) is an internationally standardised numeric system to classify traded products. Indian customs extend it to an 8-digit ITC-HS code for more precise classification, taxation and compliance.
- First 2 digits: Chapter (e.g. 74)
- Digits 3–4: Heading
- Digits 5–6: Subheading (WCO-aligned)
- Last 2 digits: Indian ITC extension for added granularity
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- Helps avoid clearance delays, penalties or reclassification disputes.
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Common HSN code mistakes to avoid
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Open toolHSN Code 740400 — FAQs
Duty, GST and classification questions answered from the official Customs Tariff data.
HSN code 740400 (Copper waste and scrap) attracts 18% IGST under Schedule II of the GST notification.
The Basic Customs Duty (BCD) for HSN code 740400 is 2.5%.
HSN code 740400 covers Copper waste and scrap. It sits under Chapter 74 – Copper and articles thereof, in Section XV – BASE METALS AND ARTICLES OF BASE METAL.
The HSN code for Copper waste and scrap is 740400, classified under Chapter 74 – Copper and articles thereof of India's Customs Tariff (ITC-HS).
The standard unit of quantity (UQC) for HSN code 740400 is kg, as listed in the Customs Tariff.
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