{"id":7339,"date":"2024-01-11T10:58:38","date_gmt":"2024-01-11T10:58:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mybillbook.in\/blog\/?page_id=7339"},"modified":"2026-10-16T13:32:36","modified_gmt":"2026-10-16T13:32:36","slug":"hsn-code-for-beauty-or-make-up-preparations","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/mybillbook.in\/blog\/hsn-code\/hsn-code-for-beauty-or-make-up-preparations\/","title":{"rendered":"HSN Code for Beauty Or Make-Up Preparations"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>HSN code for beauty or make-up preparations is 3304<\/strong>. It covers lipsticks, eye make-up, nail preparations, skincare products and sunscreens. Most products attract <strong>18% GST<\/strong>, while talcum powder and face powder attract <strong>5% GST<\/strong>. Certain traditional products, including specified kajal and kumkum, are exempt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Is the HSN Code for Beauty or Make-Up Preparations?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Beauty and make-up preparations are classified under <strong>HSN 3304<\/strong>, which belongs to Chapter 33 of the Indian Customs Tariff.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This heading covers cosmetics and non-medicinal skincare preparations, including products used for the lips, eyes, face, nails and skin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Particular<\/th><th>Details<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Product category<\/td><td>Beauty and make-up preparations<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>HSN heading<\/td><td><strong>3304<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>HSN chapter<\/td><td>33<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Common products<\/td><td>Lipstick, foundation, eye make-up, skincare creams and sunscreen<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>General GST rate<\/td><td><strong>18%<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Special GST rates<\/td><td><strong>5% or Nil<\/strong>, depending on the product<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The applicable GST rate depends on the product description, not simply the four-digit HSN heading.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">HSN Codes for Different Beauty and Make-Up Products<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Indian Customs Tariff divides heading 3304 into the following product categories.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Product category<\/th><th>HSN code<\/th><th>GST rate<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Lip make-up preparations, including lipstick<\/td><td><strong>33041000<\/strong><\/td><td>18%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Eye make-up preparations<\/td><td><strong>33042000<\/strong><\/td><td>Generally 18%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Manicure and pedicure preparations<\/td><td><strong>33043000<\/strong><\/td><td>18%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Face powder and talcum powder<\/td><td><strong>330491<\/strong><\/td><td>5%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Other qualifying cosmetic powders<\/td><td><strong>330491<\/strong><\/td><td>Generally 18%, unless specifically covered by the reduced-rate entry<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Skincare creams, lotions, sunscreen and other qualifying skincare preparations<\/td><td><strong>330499<\/strong><\/td><td>Generally 18%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Specified kajal, kumkum, bindi, sindur and alta<\/td><td><strong>3304<\/strong><\/td><td>Nil, subject to the applicable exemption<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Note:<\/strong> HSN 330491 and 330499 are six-digit subheadings. Businesses should select the correct eight-digit tariff item when required.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The 2025 GST notification specifically identifies talcum powder and face powder for the reduced 5% rate. Other powders should not automatically receive that rate. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.commerce.gov.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IJCEPA_Basic_Agreement.pdf?utm_source=chatgpt.com\">Ministry of Commerce and Industry<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">GST Rate on Beauty and Make-Up Preparations in India<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most beauty and make-up preparations classified under HSN 3304 attract <strong>18% GST<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This includes common products such as lipstick, foundation, nail polish, sunscreen and non-medicinal skincare creams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, the government introduced a reduced GST rate of <strong>5% for talcum powder and face powder<\/strong>, effective 22 September 2025.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Certain traditional cosmetic products, including kajal other than kajal pencil sticks, kumkum, bindi, sindur and alta, are exempt from GST under the specified entry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">GST Calculation Example<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Suppose a cosmetics retailer sells lipstick worth \u20b910,000, excluding GST.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Particular<\/th><th>Amount<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Taxable value<\/td><td>\u20b910,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>GST @ 18%<\/td><td>\u20b91,800<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Total invoice value<\/td><td><strong>\u20b911,800<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For an intra-state sale, GST consists of \u20b9900 CGST and \u20b9900 SGST.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If the same retailer sells qualifying face powder worth \u20b910,000, GST at 5% would be \u20b9500, making the total invoice value \u20b910,500.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Which Beauty Products Are Not Covered Under HSN 3304?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Not all personal-care products fall under HSN 3304.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Different product categories have separate classifications under Chapter 33.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>HSN heading<\/th><th>Product category<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>3303<\/strong><\/td><td>Perfumes and toilet waters<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>3304<\/strong><\/td><td>Beauty, make-up and non-medicinal skincare preparations<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>3305<\/strong><\/td><td>Hair-care preparations, including shampoos and hair oils<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>3306<\/strong><\/td><td>Oral and dental hygiene preparations<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>3307<\/strong><\/td><td>Shaving preparations, deodorants and other specified toilet preparations<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For example, shampoo falls under HSN 3305, while toothpaste falls under HSN 3306.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Medicated skincare products may require classification under Chapter 30 when they meet the relevant requirements for medicaments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Identify the Correct HSN Code for Cosmetics<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Businesses should identify the product&#8217;s primary purpose before selecting an HSN code.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For example, a lipstick generally falls under 33041000, while an eye make-up product generally falls under 33042000.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Next, check whether the product qualifies for a specific GST rate or exemption.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is particularly important for face powder, talcum powder and traditional products such as kajal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Finally, verify the classification using the official GST Portal or Indian Customs Tariff before applying the tax rate on invoices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">FAQs About Beauty and Make-Up Preparations HSN Codes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is the HSN code for beauty and make-up products?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The HSN code for beauty and make-up preparations is <strong>3304<\/strong>. The exact subheading depends on whether the product is intended for the lips, eyes, nails or skin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is the GST rate on cosmetics in India?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most cosmetics under HSN 3304 attract <strong>18% GST<\/strong>. Talcum powder and face powder attract 5%, while certain specified traditional products are exempt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is the HSN code for lipstick?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Lipstick and other lip make-up preparations fall under <strong>HSN 33041000<\/strong> and generally attract 18% GST.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Is GST on face powder 5% or 18%?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Face powder classified under HSN 3304 attracts <strong>5% GST<\/strong> under the revised rate effective 22 September 2025.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Manage Cosmetics Billing with myBillBook<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Beauty product retailers and wholesalers often deal with different cosmetic categories, brands, variants and GST rates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With <a href=\"https:\/\/mybillbook.in\/\">myBillBook billing software<\/a>, businesses can create GST invoices, manage product inventory and track sales.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Using the correct HSN code and GST rate helps maintain accurate billing records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Sources<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"1\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/courier.cbic.gov.in\/ECCS\/advisory\/2025\/NOTIFICATION%20NO.%209_2025-INTEGRATED%20TAX%20%28RATE%29%20-1759486719.pdf\">CBIC \u2013 Notification No. 9\/2025-Integrated Tax (Rate)<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pib.gov.in\/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2163566\">Press Information Bureau \u2013 GST Rate Changes Announced in September 2025<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gstcouncil.gov.in\/sites\/default\/files\/2024-02\/gstgoodsrates.pdf\">GST Council \u2013 Official GST Goods Rates<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/services.gst.gov.in\/services\/searchhsnsac\">GST Portal \u2013 Search HSN Code<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Last Reviewed: 16 October 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The HSN code for beauty or make-up preparations is 3304. 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