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# HSN Code 38255000: Metal Pickling/Hydraulic/Brake/Anti-Freeze Wastes

- [Section 06: Guide to HSN Section 06](https://busy.in/hsn/section-06/)
- [Chapter 38: Miscellaneous Chemical Products](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-38/)
- [Sub-chapter 3825: Chemical residues](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3825/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Wastes of metal pickling liquors, hydraulic fluids, brake fluids and anti-freeze fluids | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 38255000 ?

It includes Metal Pickling/Hydraulic/Brake/Anti-Freeze Wastes

### How much GST applies to Metal Pickling/Hydraulic/Brake/Anti-Freeze Wastes?

Under HSN 38255000, Metal Pickling/Hydraulic/Brake/Anti-Freeze Wastes attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Metal Pickling/Hydraulic/Brake/Anti-Freeze Wastes is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Metal Pickling/Hydraulic/Brake/Anti-Freeze Wastes; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Metal Pickling/Hydraulic/Brake/Anti-Freeze Wastes?

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.

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Metal Pickling/Hydraulic/Brake/Anti-Freeze Wastes?

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

### Any common misclassification issue with Metal Pickling/Hydraulic/Brake/Anti-Freeze Wastes?

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