Talcum Powder HSN Code 3304 and GST Rate
Talcum powder, face powder and other cosmetic powders, compressed or not.
- HSN code
- 3304
- GST rate
- 5%
- Chapter
- 33: Perfumes and cosmetics
- Before 22 Sep 2025
- 18%
What is the HSN code for talcum powder?
Talcum Powder falls under HSN 3304, in chapter 33 (Perfumes and cosmetics).
Talcum and face powder are subheading 330491 and moved from 18% to 5% on 22 September 2025. Compact powders used as make up share the subheading. Talc as a mineral, sold in bulk to industry, is heading 2526.
| Code | Description |
|---|---|
| 330491 | Powders, whether or not compressed (talcum powder, face powder) |
GST rate on talcum powder
The GST rate on talcum powder is 5%. Before 22 September 2025 it was 18%.
| GST rate | Within a state | Between states |
|---|---|---|
| 5% | CGST 2.5% + SGST 2.5% | IGST 5% |
Compare other goods on the GST rates list.
Which HSN digits to write on your invoice
The number of digits depends on your aggregate turnover in the previous financial year.
| Turnover last year | Digits | Write |
|---|---|---|
| Up to Rs 5 crore | 4 on B2B invoices, optional on B2C | 3304 |
| Above Rs 5 crore | 6 on every invoice | 330491 |
| Export or import | 8 on the shipping bill or bill of entry | From the Customs Tariff, chapter 33 |
Sample GST invoice line for talcum powder
Here is how a line for talcum powder looks on a tax invoice within one state: 100 × tin at Rs 110.00 each, taxed at 5%. The figures are an example, not a market price.
| Item | HSN | Qty | Rate (Rs) | Taxable (Rs) | CGST (Rs) | SGST (Rs) | Total (Rs) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Talcum Powder | 3304 | 100 × tin | 110.00 | 11,000.00 | 275.00 | 275.00 | 11,550.00 |
Sold to a buyer in another state, the same line carries IGST of Rs 550.00 instead of CGST and SGST. Make the full invoice with the GST invoice format: it fills in the tax split, round off and amount in words.
Chapter 33 at a glance
Chapter 33 (Perfumes and cosmetics) covers: Essential oils, perfumes, make up, hair care, oral care and other toilet preparations.
Other pages in chapter 33
Related HSN codes
Products often bought, sold or invoiced together with talcum powder:
Frequently asked questions
What is the HSN code for talcum powder?
Talcum Powder falls under HSN 3304: talcum powder, face powder and other cosmetic powders, compressed or not. Common 6 digit codes are 330491 for powders, whether or not compressed (talcum powder, face powder).
What is the GST rate on talcum powder?
5%: CGST 2.5% plus SGST 2.5% on a sale within a state, or IGST 5% on a sale between states. It was 18% until 21 September 2025.
How many digits of the talcum powder HSN code go on a GST invoice?
If your aggregate turnover in the previous financial year was up to Rs 5 crore, write the 4 digit code 3304 on B2B invoices (optional on B2C invoices). Above Rs 5 crore, write 6 digits, such as 330491, on every invoice. Shipping bills and bills of entry need the full 8 digit code from the Customs Tariff.
Rates checked on 13 October 2026 against the GST rate notifications in force (GST 2.0 from 22 September 2025). Descriptions are in our own words and are a guide, not a ruling: for a disputed or high value item, check the notification or ask your tax adviser.