The humble coconut broom—also called coconut stick broom or kachra jhaadu—is a staple in Indian households and public spaces for outdoor sweeping. But how is it taxed under the Goods and Services Tax (GST)? Is it treated like regular cleaning items, or does it get special benefits for being eco-friendly?
Let’s take a closer look at the coconut broom GST rate and its classification under GST.
The Government of India is updating GST rates effective after 22 Sep 2025. Below are the expected new GST rates for common broom and cleaning items (no compensation cess).
Item | HSN Code | New GST Rate |
---|---|---|
Coconut broom (unbranded, natural) | 4602 | 0% (Exempt) |
Branded/packaged coconut broom | 4602 | 5% |
Plastic broom or floor wiper | 9603 | 18% |
Cleaning Tool | New GST Rate | Remarks |
---|---|---|
Unbranded coconut broom | 0% | Eco-friendly, rural handmade item |
Branded coconut broom | 5% | Taxable when pre-packaged/labelled |
Plastic broom/wiper | 18% | Classified as plastic utility product |
Mop and bucket | 18% | Household cleaning equipment |
Floor cleaner (chemical) | 18% | Rationalised to 18% under new structure (was 18%/28%) |
✅ No, coconut brooms are exempt from GST.
The GST Council has made natural, handmade cleaning tools like coconut brooms GST-free to support rural artisans and promote sustainable living.
Coconut brooms are categorized under natural handmade products, which are:
Item | HSN Code | Old GST Rate |
---|---|---|
Coconut broom (unbranded, natural) | 4602 | 0% (Exempt) |
Branded/packaged coconut broom | 4602 | 5% |
Plastic broom or floor wiper | 9603 | 18% |
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Cleaning Tool | Old GST Rate | Remarks |
---|---|---|
Unbranded coconut broom | 0% | Eco-friendly, rural handmade item |
Branded coconut broom | 5% | Attracts GST as per packaged goods rule |
Plastic broom/wiper | 18% | Considered plastic utility product |
Mop and bucket | 18% | Household plastic product |
Floor cleaner (chemical) | 18% or 28% | GST depends on brand and composition |
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Correctly applying GST on coconut brooms helps businesses price their products accurately and remain compliant. The GST (Goods and Services Tax) on coconut broom is a great example of how the GST regime supports traditional industries and sustainable products. For most users and sellers, these cleaning tools remain affordable and tax-free—unless branded and mass-produced.