About HSN Code 3212

HSN Code 3212 covers Pigments (including Metallic Powders and Flakes) Dispersed in Non-aqueous Media, in Liquid or Paste Form, of a Kind Used in the Manufacture of Paints (including Enamels); Stamping Foils; Dyes and Other Colouring Matter Put Up in Forms or Packings for Retail Sale and attracts a GST rate of 18%. For intra-state supplies, this is split as 9% CGST + 9% SGST. For inter-state supplies, 18% IGST is charged.

How to Use HSN Code 3212 on GST Invoices

• Include the HSN code 3212 on every GST invoice for pigments (including metallic powders and flakes) dispersed in non-aqueous media, in liquid or paste form, of a kind used in the manufacture of paints (including enamels); stamping foils; dyes and other colouring matter put up in forms or packings for retail sale
• Businesses with turnover above ₹5 crore must use 6-digit HSN codes
• Turnover between ₹1.5–5 crore: 4-digit codes are sufficient
• The HSN code must match the product/service description on your invoice
• Incorrect HSN codes can lead to GST notices and ITC mismatches

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