{"id":7248,"date":"2024-01-11T10:58:24","date_gmt":"2024-01-11T10:58:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mybillbook.in\/blog\/?page_id=7248"},"modified":"2026-09-30T12:28:25","modified_gmt":"2026-09-30T12:28:25","slug":"hsn-code-for-waste-parings-and-plastic-scrap","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/mybillbook.in\/blog\/hsn-code\/hsn-code-for-waste-parings-and-plastic-scrap\/","title":{"rendered":"HSN Code for Plastic Waste, Parings & Scrap"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The HSN code for waste, parings and scrap of plastics is 3915<\/strong> in India.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The exact HSN code depends on the type of plastic polymer. For example, polyethylene scrap falls under 39151000<\/strong>, polystyrene scrap under 39152000<\/strong>, PVC waste under 391530<\/strong>, and polypropylene scrap under 39159010<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Is the HSN Code for Plastic Waste and Scrap?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The broad HSN heading is:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3915 \u2014 Waste, parings and scrap, of plastics<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

More specific classifications include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    \n
  • 39151000<\/strong> \u2013 Waste, parings and scrap of polymers of ethylene<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • 39152000<\/strong> \u2013 Waste, parings and scrap of polymers of styrene<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • 39153010<\/strong> \u2013 Waste of co-polymers of vinyl chloride<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • 39153090<\/strong> \u2013 Other waste of polymers of vinyl chloride<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • 39159010<\/strong> \u2013 Waste of polypropylene<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • 39159021<\/strong> \u2013 Waste of co-polymers of vinyl acetate<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • 39159029<\/strong> \u2013 Other waste of polymers of vinyl acetate<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • 39159030<\/strong> \u2013 Waste of acrylic polymers and methacrylic co-polymers<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    The correct code should be selected based on the polymer from which the scrap is made.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Plastic Waste & Scrap HSN Code \u2013 Quick Summary<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
    Particular<\/th>Details<\/th><\/tr>
    Product<\/td>Plastic Waste, Parings & Scrap<\/td><\/tr>
    Main HSN Heading<\/td>3915<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
    Polyethylene Scrap<\/td>39151000<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
    Polystyrene Scrap<\/td>39152000<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
    PVC Scrap<\/td>39153010 \/ 39153090<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
    Polypropylene Scrap<\/td>39159010<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
    GST Rate<\/td>18%<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
    Chapter<\/td>39<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
    Classification<\/td>HSN \u2013 Goods<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

    Plastic Waste, Parings & Scrap HSN Code Details<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Plastic scrap falls under Chapter 39 \u2014 Plastics and articles thereof<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Classification Level<\/strong><\/td>Code<\/strong><\/td>Description<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
    Chapter<\/td>39<\/strong><\/td>Plastics and articles thereof<\/td><\/tr>
    Heading<\/td>3915<\/strong><\/td>Waste, parings and scrap, of plastics<\/td><\/tr>
    Subheading<\/td>391510<\/strong><\/td>Of polymers of ethylene<\/td><\/tr>
    Tariff Item<\/td>39151000<\/strong><\/td>Of polymers of ethylene<\/td><\/tr>
    Subheading<\/td>391520<\/strong><\/td>Of polymers of styrene<\/td><\/tr>
    Tariff Item<\/td>39152000<\/strong><\/td>Of polymers of styrene<\/td><\/tr>
    Subheading<\/td>391530<\/strong><\/td>Of polymers of vinyl chloride<\/td><\/tr>
    Tariff Item<\/td>39153010<\/strong><\/td>Of co-polymers of vinyl chloride<\/td><\/tr>
    Tariff Item<\/td>39153090<\/strong><\/td>Other<\/td><\/tr>
    Subheading<\/td>391590<\/strong><\/td>Of other plastics<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

    HSN Codes for Different Types of Plastic Scrap<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
    Type of Plastic Scrap<\/strong><\/td>HSN Code<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
    Polyethylene waste and scrap<\/td>39151000<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
    Polystyrene waste and scrap<\/td>39152000<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
    PVC co-polymer waste<\/td>39153010<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
    Other PVC waste and scrap<\/td>39153090<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
    Polypropylene waste and scrap<\/td>39159010<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
    Vinyl acetate co-polymer waste<\/td>39159021<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
    Other vinyl acetate polymer waste<\/td>39159029<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
    Acrylic polymer and methacrylic co-polymer waste<\/td>39159030<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
    Alkyd and polyester waste<\/td>39159041<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
    Plastic bottle waste under applicable other-plastics classification<\/td>39159042<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
    Epoxide resin waste<\/td>39159049<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

    Because HSN 3915 is divided according to polymer type, businesses should avoid assigning one 8-digit code to all plastic scrap.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    GST Rate on Plastic Waste and Scrap<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Waste, parings and scrap of plastics under HSN 3915 generally attract 18% GST<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    For an applicable intra-state supply:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      \n
    • 9% CGST<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • 9% SGST<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

      For an applicable inter-state supply:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        \n
      • 18% IGST<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

        For this page, the GST information can remain concise because the primary search intent is the correct HSN classification<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        What Is Included Under HSN 3915?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

        HSN 3915 covers waste, parings and scrap arising from plastics such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

          \n
        • Polyethylene<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Polystyrene<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • PVC<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Polypropylene<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Vinyl acetate polymers<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Acrylic polymers<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Polyester<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Epoxide resins<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Other specified plastics<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

          The classification applies to plastic waste and scrap<\/strong>, rather than finished plastic products that are still usable as manufactured articles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

          How to Choose the Correct HSN Code for Plastic Scrap<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

          1. Identify the Plastic Polymer<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

          Start by identifying what the scrap is made from.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

          For example:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

            \n
          • Polyethylene \u2192 39151000<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Polystyrene \u2192 39152000<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • PVC \u2192 391530<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Polypropylene \u2192 39159010<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

            2. Distinguish PVC Scrap Correctly<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

            PVC waste has separate classifications:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

              \n
            • 39153010<\/strong> \u2013 Co-polymers of vinyl chloride<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • 39153090<\/strong> \u2013 Other PVC waste and scrap<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

              3. Use the Correct \u201cOther Plastics\u201d Code<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

              Plastic scrap not covered by polyethylene, polystyrene or PVC generally falls under 391590<\/strong>, but this category itself contains multiple 8-digit classifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

              4. Classify Based on Material, Not Just the Word \u201cPlastic\u201d<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

              Do not automatically use 39159090 or another residual code<\/strong> without first identifying the polymer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

              The tariff structure specifically separates many different plastic materials.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

              How to Add Plastic Scrap HSN Code to an Invoice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

              When invoicing plastic waste or scrap:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                \n
              1. Enter the exact product description, such as Polypropylene Plastic Scrap<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              2. Add the applicable HSN code.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              3. Enter the quantity or weight.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              4. Add the taxable value.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              5. Apply the applicable GST rate.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              6. Include the remaining required GST invoice details.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                Example Invoice Entries<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
                Item<\/strong><\/td>HSN Code<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
                Polyethylene Scrap<\/td>39151000<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
                Polystyrene Scrap<\/td>39152000<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
                PVC Scrap<\/td>39153090<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
                Polypropylene Scrap<\/td>39159010<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
                Acrylic Polymer Scrap<\/td>39159030<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

                Related HSN Codes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
                HSN Code<\/strong><\/td>Description<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
                3915<\/strong><\/td>Waste, parings and scrap of plastics<\/td><\/tr>
                39151000<\/strong><\/td>Polyethylene waste and scrap<\/td><\/tr>
                39152000<\/strong><\/td>Polystyrene waste and scrap<\/td><\/tr>
                39153010<\/strong><\/td>PVC co-polymer waste<\/td><\/tr>
                39153090<\/strong><\/td>Other PVC waste<\/td><\/tr>
                39159010<\/strong><\/td>Polypropylene waste<\/td><\/tr>
                39159021<\/strong><\/td>Vinyl acetate co-polymer waste<\/td><\/tr>
                39159030<\/strong><\/td>Acrylic polymer waste<\/td><\/tr>
                3917<\/strong><\/td>Plastic tubes, pipes, hoses and fittings<\/td><\/tr>
                3923<\/strong><\/td>Plastic packing and conveyance articles<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

                Sources<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
                  \n
                • Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) \u2014 GST Goods and Services Rates for HSN 3915<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                • Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of India \u2014 Indian tariff classification for Chapter 39<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                • Government of India tariff schedules \u2014 HSN 39151000, 39152000, 391530 and 391590 classifications<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                  Last Reviewed: 30 September 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

                  The exact HSN code for plastic scrap depends primarily on the polymer type. Businesses should identify the material before selecting the applicable 8-digit tariff classification.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\t\t

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                  Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t
                  \n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

                  Is HSN 3915 correct for all plastic scrap?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t
                  \n\t\t\t\t\t\t

                  3915 is the broad heading, but the exact 8-digit code depends on the polymer type.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

                  What is the GST rate on plastic scrap?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t
                  \n\t\t\t\t\t\t

                  Waste, parings and scrap of plastics under HSN 3915 generally attract 18% GST.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

                  Are finished second-hand plastic products classified under HSN 3915?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t
                  \n\t\t\t\t\t\t

                  Not automatically. HSN 3915 is specifically for waste, parings and scrap of plastics. A finished reusable plastic article may retain the classification applicable to that article rather than being treated as scrap.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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