Plastic is everywhere—from carry bags to storage containers, bottles, packaging wraps, and utensils. If you’re a seller, manufacturer, or consumer, it’s important to know how GST applies to plastic goods. Let’s break down the gst on plastic items, their classification, and rates.
Type of Plastic Item | HSN Code | GST Rate |
---|---|---|
Plastic packaging films, rolls | 3920 / 3921 | 18% |
Plastic containers, bottles, jars | 3923 | 18% |
Plastic utensils (plates, cups) | 3924 | 18% |
Plastic furniture (chairs, tables) | 9403 | 18% |
Plastic bags, carry bags | 3923 | 18% |
Plastic toys | 9503 | 12% / 18% |
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Includes shrink wraps, bubble wraps, packaging films, stretch films, etc. (HSN 3920 / 3921)
GST Rate: 18%
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Includes buckets, mugs, kitchenware, containers (HSN 3924)
GST Rate: 18%
Chairs, stools, molded plastic furniture fall under HSN 9403.
GST Rate: 18%
Non-electronic toys attract 12%, battery-operated or remote-controlled toys attract 18% GST (HSN 9503).
Know how to claim Input Tax Credit correctly on plastic items used for business.
Understanding the gst on plastic items helps ensure proper billing, tax planning, and smooth compliance for manufacturers, sellers, and traders alike.