HSN Code 38159000: Reaction Initiators & Catalytic Preparations

HSN Code 38159000 represents Reaction Initiators & Catalytic Preparations under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Reaction Initiators & Catalytic Preparations correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Code 38159000, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import/export of Reaction Initiators & Catalytic Preparations.

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Chapter Number	Chapter Name	Sub Chapter Number	Sub Chapter Name	Description of Goods	CGST (%)	SGST (%)	IGST (%)	CESS (%)
38	Miscellaneous chemical products	3815	Reaction initiators, reaction accelerators and catalytic preparations, not elsewhere specified or included	Other	9%	9%	18%	0%

Description of goods

Other

Chapter

38 – Miscellaneous chemical products

Sub Chapter

3815 – Reaction initiators, reaction accelerators and catalytic preparations, not elsewhere specified or included

CGST 9%

SGST 9%

IGST 18%

CESS 0%

HSN Code	Description
38151100	Supported catalysts :With nickel or nickel compounds as the active substance
38151210	Supported catalysts :With precious metal or precious metal compounds as the active substance : Platinum or palladium catalysts with a base of activated carbon
38151290	Supported catalysts : With precious metal or precious metal compounds as the active substance : Other
38151900	Supported catalysts : Other

HSN Code 38151100

Supported catalysts :With nickel or nickel compounds as the active substance

HSN Code 38151210

Supported catalysts :With precious metal or precious metal compounds as the active substance : Platinum or palladium catalysts with a base of activated carbon

HSN Code 38151290

Supported catalysts : With precious metal or precious metal compounds as the active substance : Other

HSN Code 38151900

Supported catalysts : Other

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What products are classified under HSN 38159000 ?

It includes Reaction Initiators & Catalytic Preparations

Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Reaction Initiators & Catalytic Preparations?

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

How much GST applies to Reaction Initiators & Catalytic Preparations?

Under HSN 38159000, Reaction Initiators & Catalytic Preparations attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Reaction Initiators & Catalytic Preparations?

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 Reaction Initiators & Catalytic Preparations?

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 Reaction Initiators & Catalytic Preparations is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Reaction Initiators & Catalytic Preparations; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

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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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