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HSN Code 34011941: Household Soaps

HSN Code 34011941 represents Household Soaps under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Household Soaps correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Code 34011941, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import or export of Household Soaps.

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Description of Goods for HSN Code 34011941

HSN Code 34011941 relates to the following description.

Description of Goods

Soap and organic surface-active products and preparations, in the form of bars, cakes,moulded pieces or shapes, and paper, wadding,felt and nonwovens, impregnated,coated or covered with soap or detergent : Other : Household and laundry soaps not elsewhere specified or included : Household soaps

Chapter

34 - Soap, organic surface-active agents, washing preparations, lubricating preparations, artificial waxes, prepared waxes, polishing or scouring preparations, candles and similar articles, modelling pastes, “dental waxes” and dental preparations with a basis of plaster

Sub Chapter

3401 - Soap; organic surface-active products and preparations for use as soap, in the form of bars, cakes, moulded pieces or shapes, whether or not containing soap; organic surface-active products and preparations for washing the skin, in the form of liquid or cream and put up for retail sale, whether or not containing soap; paper, wadding, felt and nonwovens, impregnated, coated or covered with soap or detergent

CGST

9%

SGST

9%

IGST

18%

CESS

0%

What does HSN Code 34011941 not include?

Household Soaps does not include products with the following descriptions.

HSN Code 34011110

Soap and organic surface-active products and preparations, in the form of bars, cakes, moulded pieces or shapes, and paper, wadding, felt and nonwovens, impregnated,coated or covered with soap or detergent : For toilet use (including medicated products) : Medicated toilet soaps

HSN Code 34011120

Soap and organic surface-active products and preparations, in the form of bars, cakes, moulded pieces or shapes, and paper, wadding,felt and nonwovens, impregnated,coated or covered with soap or detergent : For toilet use (including medicated products) : Shaving soaps other than shaving cream

HSN Code 34011190

Soap and organic surface-active products and preparations, in the form of bars, cakes, moulded pieces or shapes, and paper, wadding,felt and nonwovens, impregnated,coated or covered with soap or detergent : For toilet use (including medicated products) : Other

HSN Code 34011911

Soap and organic surface-active products and preparations, in the form of bars, cakes, moulded pieces or shapes, and paper, wadding,felt and nonwovens, impregnated,coated or covered with soap or detergent : Other : Bars and blocks of not less than 500 gm in weight : Industrial soap

HSN Code 34011919

Soap and organic surface-active products and preparations, in the form of bars, cakes, moulded pieces or shapes, and paper, wadding,felt and nonwovens, impregnated,coated or covered with soap or detergent : Other : Bars and blocks of not less than 500 gm in weight : Other

HSN Code 34011920

Soap and organic surface-active products and preparations, in the form of bars, cakes, moulded pieces or shapes, and paper, wadding,felt and nonwovens, impregnated,coated or covered with soap or detergent : Other : Flakes, chips and powder

HSN Code 34011930

Soap and organic surface-active products and preparations, in the form of bars, cakes, moulded pieces or shapes, and paper, wadding,felt and nonwovens, impregnated,coated or covered with soap or detergent : Other : Tablets and cakes

HSN Code 34011942

Soap and organic surface-active products and preparations, in the form of bars, cakes,moulded pieces or shapes, and paper, wadding, felt and nonwovens, impregnated, coated or covered with soap or detergent : Other : Household and laundry soaps not elsewhere specified or included : Laundry soaps

HSN Code 34011990

Soap and organic surface-active products and preparations, in the form of bars, cakes,moulded pieces or shapes, and paper, wadding, felt and nonwovens, impregnated,coated or covered with soap or detergent : Other : Other

HSN Code 34013011

Organic surface-active products and preparations for washing the skin, in the form of liquid or cream and put up for retail sale,whether or not containing soap : For toilet use (including medicated products) : Medicated toilet soaps

HSN Code 34013012

Organic surface-active products and preparations for washing the skin, in the form of liquid or cream and put up for retail sale,whether or not containing soap : For toilet use (including medicated products) : Shaving cream and shaving gel

HSN Code 34013019

Organic surface-active products and preparations for washing the skin, in the form of liquid or cream and put up for retail sale,whether or not containing soap : For toilet use (including medicated products) : Other

HSN Code 34013090

Organic surface-active products and preparations for washing the skin, in the form of liquid or cream and put up for retail sale,whether or not containing soap : Other

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India’s Trade Performance — HSN Code 34011941 in FY 2025-26

TradeStat EIDB — Ministry of Commerce & Industry FY 2018-19–FY 2025-26 Values in ₹ Crore

India’s Exports

FY 2025-26

₹28 Cr

−1.58% vs FY 2024-25

0.0007% of India’s total exports

India’s Imports

FY 2025-26

< ₹1 Crore

+900.00% vs FY 2024-25

0.0000% of India’s total imports

Trade Balance

FY 2025-26

₹28 Cr

Trade Surplus

Surplus rank #2659 of 12872 HSN codes

% of Sub-Chapter 3401

FY 2025-26

2.00%

Share of Sub-Chapter 3401’s total exports in FY 2025-26

Import side: 0.01% of Sub-Chapter 3401’s imports

Rank Within Sub-Chapter 3401

FY 2025-26

#8 of 15

Position by export value among HSN codes in Sub-Chapter 3401

Import-side rank: #12 of 15

At a glance

5.68%

Export CAGR

FY 2018-19 → FY 2025-26 · 8 fiscal years

#4579

National Export Rank

of 12872 HSN codes by export value, FY 2025-26

+23.59%

Peak Growth Year

FY 2022-23 · strongest single-year move

2.00%

Contribution to Sub-Ch. 3401

Share of Sub-Chapter 3401 exports in FY 2025-26

India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Code 34011941

8-year export and import data, FY 2018-19 to FY 2025-26, in ₹ Crore. Source: Ministry of Commerce & Industry, TradeStat EIDB.

FY 2018-19 Exp. Rank #4165

Balance

+17.74

Exports

19.06 ₹ Cr

0.0008% share

— YoY

2.39% of Sub-Ch. 3401

Imports

1.32 ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

— YoY

0.14% of Sub-Ch. 3401

FY 2019-20 Exp. Rank #4358

Balance

+15.39

Exports

16.72 ₹ Cr

0.0008% share

−12.28% YoY

2.02% of Sub-Ch. 3401

Imports

1.33 ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

+0.76% YoY

0.17% of Sub-Ch. 3401

FY 2020-21 Exp. Rank #4158

Balance

+19.98

Exports

20.28 ₹ Cr

0.0009% share

+21.29% YoY

1.82% of Sub-Ch. 3401

Imports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−77.44% YoY

0.02% of Sub-Ch. 3401

FY 2021-22 Exp. Rank #4629

Balance

+19.44

Exports

19.63 ₹ Cr

0.0006% share

−3.21% YoY

1.93% of Sub-Ch. 3401

Imports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−36.67% YoY

0.01% of Sub-Ch. 3401

FY 2022-23 Exp. Rank #4447

Balance

+24.20

Exports

24.26 ₹ Cr

0.0007% share

+23.59% YoY

2.13% of Sub-Ch. 3401

Imports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−68.42% YoY

0.00% of Sub-Ch. 3401

FY 2023-24 Exp. Rank #4302

Balance

+28.73

Exports

28.73 ₹ Cr

0.0008% share

+18.43% YoY

2.12% of Sub-Ch. 3401

Imports

Nil ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−100.00% YoY

0.00% of Sub-Ch. 3401

FY 2024-25 Exp. Rank #4401

Balance

+28.50

Exports

28.51 ₹ Cr

0.0008% share

−0.77% YoY

2.07% of Sub-Ch. 3401

Imports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

— YoY

0.00% of Sub-Ch. 3401

FY 2025-26 Exp. Rank #4579

Balance

+27.96

Exports

28.06 ₹ Cr

0.0007% share

−1.58% YoY

2.00% of Sub-Ch. 3401

Imports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

+900.00% YoY

0.01% of Sub-Ch. 3401

CAGR · 8-Year

Exports

5.68% /yr

Imports

−30.83% /yr

Consistently Surplus
Sub-Chapter 3401 total

reference, FY 2025-26

Export

₹1,403.15 Cr

Import

₹1,689.84 Cr

Trade Balance

−286.69

Peak export growth year Latest available data Not available YoY = change vs previous FY

Key Trade Insights: HSN Code 34011941 Export-Import Analysis

Consistent Export Growth: 5.68% CAGR Over 8 Years

India's exports under HSN Code 34011941 have grown at a compound annual rate of 5.68% over 8 fiscal years, rising from ₹19.06 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹28.06 Crore in FY 2025-26.

HSN Code 34011941 Ranked #4579 Among All 12872 HSN codes by Export Value

In FY 2025-26, HSN Code 34011941 ranks #4579 out of 12872 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 3401, it ranks #8 of 15. By trade surplus, it ranks #2659 of 12872.

FY 2022-23 Was the Strongest Growth Year for HSN Code 34011941 Exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 34011941 was recorded in FY 2022-23, when exports surged by 23.59% over the prior year.

India Maintains a Trade Surplus of ₹27.96 Crore in HSN Code 34011941 Goods

In FY 2025-26, India's exports of ₹28.06 Cr exceeded imports of ₹0.10 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹27.96 Crore — ranking #2659 of 12872 by surplus magnitude.

Import Growth of −30.83% CAGR Signals Stable Import Dependency for Household Soaps

India's imports under HSN Code 34011941 have grown at −30.83% CAGR, reaching ₹0.10 Crore in FY 2025-26.

HSN Code 34011941 Contributes 2.00% of Sub-Chapter 3401 Exports — Ranked #8

Among the 15 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 3401, HSN Code 34011941 ranks #8 by export value — accounting for 2.00% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2025-26. On the import side, it holds 0.01% share (rank #12).

Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common queries about HSN Code 34011941 and GST compliance.

What products are classified under HSN 34011941 ?

It includes Household Soaps

How should mixed supplies be billed when Soap Products/ Household Soaps is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Soap Products/ Household Soaps; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Soap Products/ Household Soaps?

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.

Any common misclassification issue with Soap Products/ Household Soaps?

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 Soap Products/ Household Soaps?

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

Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Soap Products/ Household Soaps?

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.

How much GST applies to Soap Products/ Household Soaps?

Under HSN 34011941, Soap Products/ Household Soaps attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

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