HSN code for cosmetics.
Cosmetics is classified under HSN code 3304 (BEAUTY OR MAKE-UP PREPARATIONS AND PREPARATIONS FOR). GST is 5% or 18% depending on the exact product — the table below shows which notification entry covers what.
GST rates for cosmetics
| gst | cgst + sgst | what it covers | entry |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5% | 2.5% + 2.5% | Talcum powder, Face powder | Sch I S.No 2449/2025-Central Tax (Rate) |
| 18% | 9% + 9% | Beauty or make-up preparations and preparations for the care of the skin (other than medicaments) including sunscreen or sun tan preparations; manicure or pedicure preparations [other than kajal, kumkum, bindi, sindur, alta, talcum powder and face powder] | Sch II S.No 619/2025-Central Tax (Rate) |
source: 9/2025-Central Tax (Rate) · effective 2025-09-22
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Full detail — official text, every sub-code and rate history — on the HSN 3304 code page → · chapter 33 — Essential oils and resinoids, perfumery, cosmetic
compiled from official CBIC sources · not tax advice — verify with your tax advisor before filing