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# HSN Code 34021190: Cationic Surfactants

- [Section 06: Guide to HSN Section 06](https://busy.in/hsn/section-06/)
- [Chapter 34: Soap, Washing Preparations, Waxes](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-34/)
- [Sub-chapter 3402: Surface-active agents](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3402/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Organic surface-active agents (other than soap), surface-active preparations, washing preparations (including auxiliary washing preparations) and cleaning preparations, whether or not containing soap, other than those of heading 3401 organic surface-active agents, whether or not put up for retail sale: anionic: other | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 34021190 ?

It includes Insecticide: Heptachlor

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Cationic Surfactants?

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.

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Cationic Surfactants?

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 Cationic Surfactants?

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.

### How much GST applies to Cationic Surfactants?

Under HSN 34021190, Cationic Surfactants attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Cationic Surfactants is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Cationic Surfactants; Nil for exempt items if applicable).