HSN Code Finder

HSN (Harmonized System of Nomenclature) is a 6-digit international standard code used to classify goods for taxation and customs purposes. In India, HSN codes are mandatory for GST invoices to ensure uniform classification of goods across the country. Businesses with turnover above Rs. 5 crore must use 6-digit HSN codes, while those between Rs. 1.5-5 crore need 4-digit codes.

The number of HSN digits depends on your annual turnover: Businesses with turnover up to Rs. 1.5 crore can use 4-digit HSN codes (optional), those with turnover between Rs. 1.5-5 crore must use 4-digit codes, and businesses with turnover above Rs. 5 crore must use 6-digit HSN codes. For exports and imports, 8-digit codes are required.

HSN (Harmonized System of Nomenclature) codes are used for classifying goods and products, while SAC (Services Accounting Code) codes are used for classifying services. HSN codes are typically 4-8 digits starting with numbers 01-97, while SAC codes are 6 digits starting with 99. Both are used for GST classification in India.

To find the GST rate: 1) Search for your product using this HSN Code Finder, 2) Find the matching HSN code, 3) Check the GST rate displayed alongside the code. Under GST 2.0 (effective 22 September 2025) there are four main rates: 0% (Nil), 5%, 18% and 40%. Essentials are Nil or 5%, most goods are 18%, and sin/luxury goods (such as aerated drinks and large cars) are 40%. The old 12% and 28% slabs have been removed.

Yes, HSN codes are mandatory for GST invoices based on turnover. Taxpayers with turnover up to Rs. 1.5 crore need not mention HSN codes (optional), those between Rs. 1.5-5 crore must use 4-digit HSN, and those above Rs. 5 crore must use 6-digit HSN. TallyPrime auto-fills HSN codes on invoices, ensuring compliance without manual lookup.

You can search HSN codes by product name using our free HSN Code Finder tool above — simply type a keyword like "rice" or "laptop" and matching codes appear instantly. Alternatively, you can look up codes on the CBIC (Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs) website or use TallyPrime's built-in HSN lookup, which lets you search and assign codes directly while creating invoices or stock items.

Here are HSN codes for some commonly searched items: Rice falls under HSN 1006 (GST 5%), laptops and computers under HSN 8471 (GST 18%), T-shirts and cotton garments under HSN 6109 (GST 5% under GST 2.0 — the earlier 12% slab on garments above Rs. 1,000 has been removed), and mobile phones under HSN 8517 (GST 18%). Use the search tool above to find the exact sub-heading for your specific product variant.

The number of HSN digits required for GST filing depends on your annual turnover. Businesses with turnover up to Rs. 1.5 crore may use 4-digit codes (optional for B2B invoices). Those with turnover between Rs. 1.5 crore and Rs. 5 crore must use 4-digit HSN codes. Businesses exceeding Rs. 5 crore turnover are required to mention 6-digit HSN codes. For imports and exports, 8-digit codes are mandatory.

Using an incorrect HSN code can lead to several problems. The GST portal may flag a mismatch between the HSN code and the tax rate, triggering a notice under Section 73 or 74 of the CGST Act. You could face a penalty of up to Rs. 50,000 for incorrect invoicing. Input tax credit claimed by your buyer may also be denied if the HSN code does not match. To correct the error, you must issue a credit note for the original invoice and raise a revised invoice with the correct HSN code.

Yes, TallyPrime lets you map HSN codes to each stock item once, and it auto-fills the code on every invoice where that item appears. You can assign HSN codes individually while creating stock items or use bulk assignment through the stock item master to update hundreds of items at once. TallyPrime also validates that the HSN code matches the GST rate configured for the item, reducing errors in GST returns and e-invoicing.