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3208 HSN Code: Synthetic polymer paints & varnishes

HSN Sub Chapter 3208 represents Synthetic polymer paints & varnishes under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Synthetic polymer paints & varnishes correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Sub Chapter 3208, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import/export of Synthetic polymer paints & varnishes.

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New GST Rate for HSN Code 3208

GST Rate for Synthetic polymer paints & varnishes under HSN Code 3208. Understand Current Tax Rates, Exemptions, and Legal Classifications to Ensure Accurate Billing and GST Filing.

Chapter No HSN Code HSN Description New GST Rate Old GST Rate
32 3208 Paints and varnishes (including enamels and lacquers) based on synthetic polymers or chemically modified natural polymers,dispersed or dissolved in a non-aqueous medium; solutions as defined in note 4 to this chapter 18% 18%

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Description: Paints and varnishes (including enamels and lacquers) based on synthetic polymers or chemically modified natural polymers,dispersed or dissolved in a non-aqueous medium; solutions as defined in note 4 to this chapter

New GST Rate: 18% Old GST Rate: 18%

Tariff HSN Codes under HSN Sub Chapter 3208

Following Tariff HSN code falls under Synthetic polymer paints & varnishes:

Tariff HSN Description
Based on polyesters : Enamels
Based on polyesters : Lacquers
Based on polyesters : Varnishes
Based on polyesters : Other
Based on acrylic or vinyl polymers : Enamels
Based on acrylic or vinyl polymers : Lacquers
Based on acrylic or vinyl polymers : Varnishes
Based on acrylic or vinyl polymers : Other
Other : Based on cellulose nitrate or other cellulose derivatives : Nitrocellulose lacquers
Other : Based on cellulose nitrate or other cellulose derivatives : Other
Other : Enamels : Synthetic enamel, ultra white paints
Other : Enamels : Synthetic enamel, other colours
Other : Enamels : Other
Other : Lacquers
Other : Varnishes : Insulating varnish
Other : Varnishes : Other
Other : Slip agents
Other : Other

Based on polyesters : Enamels

Based on polyesters : Lacquers

Based on polyesters : Varnishes

Based on polyesters : Other

Based on acrylic or vinyl polymers : Enamels

Based on acrylic or vinyl polymers : Lacquers

Based on acrylic or vinyl polymers : Varnishes

Based on acrylic or vinyl polymers : Other

Other : Based on cellulose nitrate or other cellulose derivatives : Nitrocellulose lacquers

Other : Based on cellulose nitrate or other cellulose derivatives : Other

Other : Enamels : Synthetic enamel, ultra white paints

Other : Enamels : Synthetic enamel, other colours

Other : Enamels : Other

Other : Lacquers

Other : Varnishes : Insulating varnish

Other : Varnishes : Other

Other : Slip agents

Other : Other

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Case Laws Related to Sub Chapter 3208

Order Number Description
Cc Fabs (AAR (Authority For Advance Ruling), Kerala)
M/S. Flint Group India Private Limited. (AAR (Authority For Advance Ruling), Gujarat)
Jotun India Private Limited (Bombay High Court, Maharashtra)
Ananta Synthetic Innovations (AAR (Authority For Advance Ruling), Gujarat)
Abubacker Kaleel Rahman (Prop. M/S Sameer Mat Industries) (AAR (Authority For Advance Ruling), Tamil Nadu)
Rama Devi Guttikonda (Spansules Formulations) (AAR (Authority For Advance Ruling), Telangana)
Gujarat Raffia Industries Limited (AAR (Authority For Advance Ruling), Gujarat)
Jotun India Pvt. Ltd. (AAAR (Appellate Authority For Advance Ruling), Maharashtra)
Jotun India Private Limited (AAR (Authority For Advance Ruling), Maharashtra)

Cc Fabs (AAR (Authority For Advance Ruling), Kerala)

M/S. Flint Group India Private Limited. (AAR (Authority For Advance Ruling), Gujarat)

Jotun India Private Limited (Bombay High Court, Maharashtra)

Ananta Synthetic Innovations (AAR (Authority For Advance Ruling), Gujarat)

Abubacker Kaleel Rahman (Prop. M/S Sameer Mat Industries) (AAR (Authority For Advance Ruling), Tamil Nadu)

Rama Devi Guttikonda (Spansules Formulations) (AAR (Authority For Advance Ruling), Telangana)

Gujarat Raffia Industries Limited (AAR (Authority For Advance Ruling), Gujarat)

Jotun India Pvt. Ltd. (AAAR (Appellate Authority For Advance Ruling), Maharashtra)

Jotun India Private Limited (AAR (Authority For Advance Ruling), Maharashtra)

FAQs for Sub Chapter 3208

What products are classified under HSN 3208

It includes Synthetic polymer paints & varnishes

Does MRP, weight or pack size change GST treatment for Synthetic polymer paints & varnishes?

Some entries use MRP/weight‑based conditions for classification. Keep pack size, retail marking and brand status on records and invoice to support the chosen HSN.

How are warranty replacements of Synthetic polymer paints & varnishes handled?

If replacement is without consideration under a pre‑agreed warranty, issue a delivery challan and reference the original invoice/contract. If consideration is charged, raise a tax invoice. Keep serial/lot details for traceability.

How do I bill a kit or combo that includes Synthetic polymer paints & varnishes?

Prefer separate lines per item with its HSN so each component follows its own tax treatment. If it is a naturally bundled supply, identify the principal supply and tax the whole bundle accordingly.

What should my invoice and records include for Synthetic polymer paints & varnishes?

Include HSN, exact description, pack size/grade, quantity, and if pre‑packaged & labelled. Maintain purchase specs, test reports (where relevant), and job‑work challans for audit trail.

Any special steps when selling Synthetic polymer paints & varnishes through an e‑commerce platform?

Ensure registration requirements are met and reconcile the operator’s TCS statements with your GSTR‑2B/3B. Map SKU descriptions to HSN to reduce mismatches and returns.

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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