Ink Cartridge HSN Code with GST Rate
The HSN Code for an ink cartridge varies depending on the type of cartridge, print head assembly, and its classification under printing or office equipment. Different ink cartridge products are listed under separate HSN headings based on their features and use.
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HSN Code & GST Rate List for Ink Cartridge
Showing 8 of 8 HS codes| HSN Code | Description | HS Code | Description | GST% |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1301 | Other machinery for making up paper-pulp, paper or paperboard. Products include: Manual tape dispenser. | 13011040 | Ink cartridges without print head assembly. Products include: ID card. | 5% |
| 3215 | Printing ink, writing or drawing ink and other inks, whether or not concentrated or solid. | 32151190 | Other black printing ink. Products include: Printer cartridges refilling, offset printing ink, printer cartridge refilling, digital printing. | 12% |
| 8443 | Printing machinery used for printing by means of plates, cylinders and other printing components of heading 8442 (excluding hectograph or stencil duplicating machines, addressing machines and other office printing machines of heading 8469 to 8472); other printers, copying machines and facsimile machines, whether or not combined; parts thereof. Products include: Web cameras, attendance cards. | 84439951 | Ink cartridges with print head assembly. Products include: 12A toner, printer ink cartridge. | 18% |
| 84439952 | Ink cartridges without print head assembly. Products include: ID card, ID card printing, HP 12A cartridge, HP 12A toner. | 18% | ||
| 8473 | Parts and accessories (other than covers, carrying cases and the like) suitable for use solely or principally with machines of heading 8469 to 8472, n.e.s. Products include: Web camera, smart card reader. | 84733050 | Ink cartridges with print head assembly. | 18% |
| 9612 | Typewriter or similar ribbons, inked or otherwise prepared for giving impressions, whether or not on spools or in cartridges; ink-pads, whether or not inked, with or without boxes. | 96121090 | Others. Products include: Stamp pad, toner, HP ink cartridge, HP toner cartridge, thermal ribbon, thermal transfer ribbons. | 18% |
| 961210 | Typewriter or similar ribbons, inked or otherwise prepared for giving impressions, whether or not on spools or in cartridges. | 18% | ||
| 0809 | Other paints, varnishes (other enamels). Products include: Asian Paints. | 080940 | Other black printing ink. Products include: Printer cartridges refilling. | 0% |
Disclaimer: The GST rates and HSN codes listed above are compiled from the latest CBIC notifications and NIC's GST e-Invoice system master codes, to the best of our knowledge. Rates are subject to change based on the Government of India and GST Council updates. RegisterKaro is not liable for any discrepancies or decisions made based on this information. For the most accurate and updated "16th October 2020" of GST and cess rates, please visit the official CBIC website. Need help with GST registration or filing? Talk to a RegisterKaro expert.
Ink cartridges are covered under multiple HSN classifications in the provided source. The listed products include ink cartridges with and without print head assembly, printer cartridges, toner cartridges, and other printing-related products, with GST rates ranging from 5% to 18%. Businesses can use GST Search to check the applicable tax classification and GST rate and maintain accurate GST records.
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Everything you need to know about the HSN code and GST rate for Ink Cartridge.
The applicable HSN Code depends on the type and classification of the ink cartridge. The provided source lists ink cartridge-related products under HSN Codes 1301, 3215, 8443, 8473, and 9612.









