3402 HSN Code: Surface-active agents

HSN Sub Chapter 3402 represents Surface-active agents under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Surface-active agents correctly for billing, taxation, and trade purposes. With HSN Sub Chapter 3402, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import/export of Surface-active agents.

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New GST Rate for HSN Code 3402

GST Rate for Surface-active agents under HSN Code 3402. Understand current tax rates, exemptions, and legal classifications to ensure accurate billing and GST filing.

Chapter No

34

HSN Code

3402

HSN Description

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

New GST Rate

18 %
Standard

Old GST Rate

18 %

Tariff HSN Codes under HSN Sub Chapter 3402

Following tariff HSN codes fall under Surface-active agents.

Tariff HSN

34021110

Description

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: silicone surfactant

Tariff HSN

34021190

Description

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

Tariff HSN

34021200

Description

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: cationic

Tariff HSN

34021300

Description

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: non-ionic

Tariff HSN

34021900

Description

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: other

Tariff HSN

34022010

Description

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 preparations put up for retail sale: washing preparations (including auxiliary washing preparations) and cleaning preparations, having a basis of soap or other organic surface active agents

Tariff HSN

34022020

Description

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 preparations put up for retail sale: cleaning or degreasing preparations not having a basis of soap or other organic surface active agents

Tariff HSN

34022090

Description

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 preparations put up for retail sale: other

Tariff HSN

34023100

Description

Anionic organic surface active agents, whether or not put up for retail sale: Linear alkylbenzene sulphonic acids and their salts

Tariff HSN

34023900

Description

Anionic organic surface active agents, whether or not put up for retail sale: Other

Tariff HSN

34024100

Description

Other Organic surface-active agents, whether or not put up for retail sale : Cationinc

Tariff HSN

34024200

Description

Other Organic surface-active agents, whether or not put up for retail sale : Non-ionic

Tariff HSN

34024900

Description

Other Organic surface-active agents, whether or not put up for retail sale : Other

Tariff HSN

34025000

Description

Preparations put up for retail sale

Tariff HSN

34029011

Description

Preparations put up for retail sale : Other : Synthetic detergents : Washing preparations (including auxiliary washing preparations) and cleaning preparations, having a basis of soap or other organic surface active agents

Tariff HSN

34029012

Description

Preparations put up for retail sale : Other : Synthetic detergents : Cleaning or degreasing preparations not having a basis of soap or other organic surface active agents

Tariff HSN

34029019

Description

Preparations put up for retail sale : Other : Synthetic detergents : Other

Tariff HSN

34029020

Description

Preparations put up for retail sale : Other : Sulphonated or sulphated or oxidized or chlorinated castor oil; sulphonated or sulphated or oxidized or chlorinated fish oil;sulphonated or sulphated or oxidized or chlorinated sperm oil; sulphonated or sulphated or oxidized or chlorinated neats foot oil

Tariff HSN

34029020

Description

Preparations put up for retail sale : Other : Sulphonated or sulphated or oxidized or chlorinated castor oil; sulphonated or sulphated or oxidized or chlorinated fish oil;sulphonated or sulphated or oxidized or chlorinated sperm oil; sulphonated or sulphated or oxidized or chlorinated neats foot oil [other than Sulphonated castor oil, fish oil or sperm oil]

Tariff HSN

34029030

Description

Preparations put up for retail sale : Other : Penetrators

Tariff HSN

34029041

Description

Preparations put up for retail sale : Other : Wetting agents : Washing preparations (including auxiliary washing preparations) and cleaning preparations, having a basis of soap or other organic surface active agents

Tariff HSN

34029042

Description

Preparations put up for retail sale : Other : Wetting agents : Cleaning or degreasing preparations not having a basis of soap or other organic surface active agents

Tariff HSN

34029049

Description

Preparations put up for retail sale : Other : Wetting agents : Other

Tariff HSN

34029051

Description

Preparations put up for retail sale : Other : Washing preparations whether or not containing soap : Washing preparations (including auxiliary washing preparations) and cleaning preparations, having a basis of soap or other organic surface active agents

Tariff HSN

34029052

Description

Preparations put up for retail sale : Other : Washing preparations whether or not containing soap : Cleaning or degreasing preparations not having a basis of soap or other organic surface active agents

Tariff HSN

34029059

Description

Preparations put up for retail sale : Other : Washing preparations whether or not containing soap : Other

Tariff HSN

34029091

Description

Preparations put up for retail sale : Other : Other : Washing preparations (including auxiliary washing preparations) and cleaning preparations, having a basis of soap or other organic surface active agents

Tariff HSN

34029092

Description

Preparations put up for retail sale : Other : Other : Cleaning or degreasing preparations not having a basis of soap or other organic surface active agents

Tariff HSN

34029099

Description

Preparations put up for retail sale : Other : Other : Other

India’s Trade Performance — HSN Sub-Chapter 3402 in FY 2024-25

TradeStat EIDB — Ministry of Commerce & Industry FY 2018-19–FY 2024-25 Values in ₹ Crore

India’s Exports

FY 2024-25

₹5,472 Cr

+10.26% vs FY 2023-24

0.1478% of India’s total exports

India’s Imports

FY 2024-25

₹3,786 Cr

+25.66% vs FY 2023-24

0.0621% of India’s total imports

Trade Balance

FY 2024-25

₹1,686 Cr

Trade Surplus

Surplus rank #145 of 1233 subchapters

% of Chapter 34

FY 2024-25

60.06%

Share of Chapter 34’s total exports in FY 2024-25

Import side: 30.40% of Chapter 34’s imports

Rank Within Chapter 34

FY 2024-25

#1 of 7

Position by export value among subchapters in Chapter 34

Import-side rank: #1 of 7

At a glance

14.37%

Export CAGR

FY 2018-19 → FY 2024-25 · 7 fiscal years

#127

National Export Rank

of 1233 subchapters by export value, FY 2024-25

+27.21%

Peak Growth Year

FY 2021-22 · strongest single-year move

60.06%

Contribution to Ch. 34

Share of Chapter 34 exports in FY 2024-25

India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Sub-Chapter 3402

7-year export and import data, FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, in ₹ Crore. Source: Ministry of Commerce & Industry, TradeStat EIDB.

FY 2018-19 Exp. Rank #163

Balance

+444.78

Exports

2,444.92 ₹ Cr

0.1065% share

— YoY

56.47% of Ch. 34

Imports

2,000.14 ₹ Cr

0.0557% share

— YoY

30.95% of Ch. 34

FY 2019-20 Exp. Rank #148

Balance

+658.32

Exports

2,599.92 ₹ Cr

0.1177% share

+6.34% YoY

58.30% of Ch. 34

Imports

1,941.60 ₹ Cr

0.0579% share

−2.93% YoY

32.04% of Ch. 34

FY 2020-21 Exp. Rank #138

Balance

+629.81

Exports

3,055.08 ₹ Cr

0.1420% share

+17.51% YoY

58.25% of Ch. 34

Imports

2,425.27 ₹ Cr

0.0832% share

+24.91% YoY

35.44% of Ch. 34

FY 2021-22 Exp. Rank #146

Balance

+901.77

Exports

3,886.36 ₹ Cr

0.1238% share

+27.21% YoY

60.69% of Ch. 34

Imports

2,984.59 ₹ Cr

0.0653% share

+23.06% YoY

31.51% of Ch. 34

FY 2022-23 Exp. Rank #135

Balance

+1,419.62

Exports

4,651.53 ₹ Cr

0.1285% share

+19.69% YoY

62.42% of Ch. 34

Imports

3,231.91 ₹ Cr

0.0562% share

+8.29% YoY

29.56% of Ch. 34

FY 2023-24 Exp. Rank #129

Balance

+1,950.27

Exports

4,963.00 ₹ Cr

0.1372% share

+6.70% YoY

60.22% of Ch. 34

Imports

3,012.73 ₹ Cr

0.0536% share

−6.78% YoY

30.51% of Ch. 34

FY 2024-25 Exp. Rank #127

Balance

+1,686.15

Exports

5,471.99 ₹ Cr

0.1478% share

+10.26% YoY

60.06% of Ch. 34

Imports

3,785.84 ₹ Cr

0.0621% share

+25.66% YoY

30.40% of Ch. 34

CAGR · 7-Year

Exports

14.37% /yr

Imports

11.22% /yr

Consistently Surplus
Chapter 34 total

reference, FY 2024-25

Export

₹9,110.16 Cr

Import

₹12,455.40 Cr

Trade Balance

−3,345.24

Peak export growth year Latest available data Not available YoY = change vs previous FY

Key Trade Insights: HSN Sub-Chapter 3402 Export-Import Analysis

Consistent Export Growth: 14.37% CAGR Over 7 Years

India's exports under HSN Sub-Chapter 3402 have grown at a compound annual rate of 14.37% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹2,444.92 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹5,471.99 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Sub-Chapter 3402 Ranked #127 Among All 1233 Subchapters by Export Value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Sub-Chapter 3402 ranks #127 out of 1233 subchapters by total export value. Within Chapter 34, it ranks #1 of 7. By trade surplus, it ranks #145 of 1233.

FY 2021-22 Was the Strongest Growth Year for HSN Sub-Chapter 3402 Exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Sub-Chapter 3402 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 27.21% over the prior year.

India Maintains a Trade Surplus of ₹1,686.15 Crore in HSN Sub-Chapter 3402 Goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹5,471.99 Cr exceeded imports of ₹3,785.84 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹1,686.15 Crore — ranking #145 of 1233 by surplus magnitude.

Import Growth of 11.22% CAGR Signals Rising Demand for Surface-active agents

India's imports under HSN Sub-Chapter 3402 have grown at 11.22% CAGR, reaching ₹3,785.84 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Sub-Chapter 3402 Contributes 60.06% of Chapter 34 Exports — Ranked #1

Among the 7 subchapters under Chapter 34, HSN Sub-Chapter 3402 ranks #1 by export value — accounting for 60.06% of the chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 30.40% share (rank #1).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common queries about HSN Sub Chapter 3402 and GST compliance.

What products are classified under HSN 3402

It includes Surface-active agents

Do spares or accessories of Surface-active agents follow the same HSN?

Not always. Spares are often classified by their own description or by the function/part rule. Check if a specific sub‑heading exists for parts of the main item and describe the part on the invoice.

Can I claim ITC on inputs and services used for Surface-active agents?

If your outward supply of Surface-active agents is taxable, ITC is generally available (Sections 16–17) except blocked credits (e.g., personal use, motor vehicles in most cases). For exempt supplies, proportionate reversal is required under Rule 42/43.

Is the composition scheme suitable if I mainly trade Surface-active agents?

The composition scheme is optional for eligible small suppliers of goods. You cannot issue tax invoices or collect tax under composition. Check turnover limits and exclusions; evaluate margins and ITC loss before opting in.

How do I bill a kit or combo that includes Surface-active agents?

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.

Any import/export nuance for Surface-active agents?

Exports are zero‑rated (with or without payment of IGST) subject to LUT/refund conditions. Imports may attract customs duties in addition to GST. Keep HSN‑wise description consistent across invoice, shipping bill and BOE.

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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