HSN Code 32050000: Colour lakes; preparations based on them

HSN Code 32050000 represents Colour lakes; preparations based on them under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Colour lakes; preparations based on them correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Code 32050000, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import/export of Colour lakes; preparations based on them.

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Chapter Number	Chapter Name	Sub Chapter Number	Sub Chapter Name	Description of Goods	CGST (%)	SGST (%)	IGST (%)	CESS (%)
32	Tanning or dyeing extracts; tannins and their derivatives; dyes, pigments and other colouring matter;paints and varnishes; putty and other mastics; inks	3205	Colour lakes; preparations as specified in note 3 to this chapter based on colour lakes	COLOUR LAKES; PREPARATIONS AS SPECIFIED IN NOTE 3 TO THIS CHAPTER BASED ON COLOUR LAKES	9%	9%	18%	0%

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COLOUR LAKES; PREPARATIONS AS SPECIFIED IN NOTE 3 TO THIS CHAPTER BASED ON COLOUR LAKES

Chapter

32 – Tanning or dyeing extracts; tannins and their derivatives; dyes, pigments and other colouring matter;paints and varnishes; putty and other mastics; inks

Sub Chapter

3205 – Colour lakes; preparations as specified in note 3 to this chapter based on colour lakes

CGST 9%

SGST 9%

IGST 18%

CESS 0%

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What products are classified under HSN 32050000 ?

It includes Colour lakes; preparations based on them

How should mixed supplies be billed when Colour lakes; preparations based on them is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Colour lakes; preparations based on them; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

How much GST applies to Colour lakes; preparations based on them?

Under HSN 32050000, Colour lakes; preparations based on them attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

Any common misclassification issue with Colour lakes; preparations based on them?

Use the exact HSN and describe the form/grade. For multi‑line invoices, apply the rate per line to avoid wrong tax collection.

Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Colour lakes; preparations based on them?

If your outward supply is taxable, eligible ITC is available subject to general restrictions. For exempt/Nil supplies, reverse credit per Rule 42.

Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Colour lakes; preparations based on them?

For food/agri items, GST can be 5% when not fresh/chilled and sold as pre‑packaged & labelled; otherwise often Nil. For non‑food items, rates depend on the specific sub‑heading.

Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Colour lakes; preparations based on them?

e‑Way bill is needed above ₹50,000 consignment value (subject to exemptions). e‑Invoicing is turnover‑based (presently AATO > ₹5 crore) for B2B supplies.

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The above does not constitute professional advice or a formal recommendation. We recommend consulting a professional tax consultant before acting on the information contained in this piece of content.

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