HSN Code 37079090: Other Chemical Preparations for Photographic Use

HSN Code 37079090 represents Other Chemical Preparations for Photographic Use under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Other Chemical Preparations for Photographic Use correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Code 37079090, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import/export of Other Chemical Preparations for Photographic Use.

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Chapter Number	Chapter Name	Sub Chapter Number	Sub Chapter Name	Description of Goods	CGST (%)	SGST (%)	IGST (%)	CESS (%)
37	Photographic or cinematographic goods	3707	Chemical preparations for photographic uses (other than varnishes, glues, adhesives and similar preparations); unmixed products for photographic uses, put up in measured portions or put up for retail sale in a form ready for use	Other: Other	9%	9%	18%	0%

Description of goods

Other: Other

Chapter

37 – Photographic or cinematographic goods

Sub Chapter

3707 – Chemical preparations for photographic uses (other than varnishes, glues, adhesives and similar preparations); unmixed products for photographic uses, put up in measured portions or put up for retail sale in a form ready for use

CGST 9%

SGST 9%

IGST 18%

CESS 0%

HSN Code	Description
37071000	Sensitizing emulsions
37079010	Other: Chemical products mixed or compounded for Photographic uses (for example, developers and fixers), whether or not in bulk

HSN Code 37071000

Sensitizing emulsions

HSN Code 37079010

Other: Chemical products mixed or compounded for Photographic uses (for example, developers and fixers), whether or not in bulk

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What products are classified under HSN 37079090 ?

It includes Other Chemical Preparations for Photographic Use

Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Other Chemical Preparations for Photographic Use?

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 Other Chemical Preparations for Photographic Use?

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 should mixed supplies be billed when Other Chemical Preparations for Photographic Use is sold with other items?

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

Any common misclassification issue with Other Chemical Preparations for Photographic Use?

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

Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Other Chemical Preparations for Photographic Use?

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 Other Chemical Preparations for Photographic Use?

Under HSN 37079090, Other Chemical Preparations for Photographic Use attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

Important Disclaimer

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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