Use this free HSN code finder and SAC code finder to look up the GST code for any product or service by name or code. It covers 12,600+ HSN codes for goods and 490+ SAC codes for services, with browsing by chapter.
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What is an HSN code?
HSN (Harmonized System of Nomenclature) is the international system for classifying goods, maintained by the World Customs Organization. India uses it under GST and customs, extended to 8 digits. Each extra pair of digits narrows down the product:
| Digits | Level | Example |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | Chapter | 84 – Machinery and mechanical appliances |
| 4 | Heading | 8471 – Automatic data processing machines (computers) |
| 6 | Sub-heading | 847130 – Portable computers weighing up to 10 kg |
| 8 | Tariff item | 84713010 – Personal computer (laptop) |
What is a SAC code?
SAC (Services Accounting Code) classifies services under GST. SAC codes start with 99 and are 6 digits long, for example 998222 for accounting and bookkeeping services and 996331 for restaurant services.
HSN vs SAC code
| HSN code | SAC code | |
|---|---|---|
| Used for | Goods | Services |
| Length | Up to 8 digits in India | 6 digits |
| Starts with | 01 to 98 (chapter number) | 99 |
| Based on | World Customs Organization Harmonized System | Indian GST services classification |
| Where to enter | The HSN/SAC field on invoices, e-way bills and the HSN summary in GSTR-1 | |
Common HSN codes
| Product | HSN code |
|---|---|
| Portland pozzolana cement | 25232930 |
| Medicines (other medicaments, packed) | 30049099 |
| Cotton T-shirts | 61091000 |
| Laptop / personal computer | 84713010 |
| Mobile phones | 8517 (heading) |
| Car radial tyres | 40111010 |
| Wooden furniture | 94036000 |
| Registers and account books | 48201010 |
| Scaffolding and similar steel structures | 73084000 |
Common SAC codes
| Service | SAC code |
|---|---|
| Accounting and bookkeeping | 998222 |
| Restaurant services | 996331 |
| Renting of residential property | 997211 |
| Renting of commercial (non-residential) property | 997212 |
| IT consulting and support | 998313 |
| IT design and development | 998314 |
| Construction of residential buildings | 995411 |
| Road transport of goods | 996511 |
| Commercial training and coaching | 999293 |
Always confirm the full description, not just the code, before you use it on an invoice.
How many digits must I show on my invoice?
Under Notification No. 78/2020-Central Tax, businesses with an annual aggregate turnover of up to ₹5 crore must show at least a 4-digit HSN code on B2B tax invoices, and businesses above ₹5 crore must show a 6-digit code on all tax invoices. The same digits apply to the HSN-wise summary in GSTR-1. Exports and imports generally need the full 8-digit code. Check for later amendments before relying on this.
How to find the right HSN or SAC code
- Type the product or service in everyday words, for example “laptop” or “rent”.
- If nothing fits, try the technical term used in the tariff, such as “automatic data processing machine”.
- Use the Goods or Services filter, or browse by chapter, to narrow the results.
- Read the full description of the 8-digit code and copy it with one click.
- Check the GST rate for that exact code and description in the current CBIC rate notifications.
HSN codes and GST rates
The HSN code decides which GST rate applies. From 22 September 2025, GST rates were rationalised so that most goods and services now fall under 5% or 18%, with a 40% rate for a small set of luxury and sin goods. Because rates can depend on the exact description, price or packaging, this tool shows codes only. For classification disputes or high-value items, get professional advice.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I find the HSN code for my product?
Type the product name or its technical description in the search box. If you get too many results, add a detail such as the material or use. You can also browse by chapter. The official description is often technical, so try both everyday and technical words (for example, laptop and automatic data processing machine).
What is the difference between HSN and SAC codes?
HSN codes classify goods and can be up to 8 digits long in India. SAC codes classify services, always start with 99 and are 6 digits long. Both are entered in the same HSN/SAC field on invoices and returns.
Is the GST rate the same for all codes in a chapter?
No. Rates are notified against specific headings, sub-headings and descriptions, and some depend on conditions such as price or packaging. Always check the rate for the exact code and description in the current CBIC rate notifications.
Is HSN code mandatory on invoices?
Yes, for most registered businesses. Businesses with aggregate turnover up to ₹5 crore must show at least a 4-digit HSN code on B2B invoices, and those above ₹5 crore must show 6 digits on all tax invoices.
What happens if I use the wrong HSN code?
A wrong code can lead to charging the wrong GST rate, mismatches in returns, demand of short-paid tax with interest, and penalties. When classification is unclear, get professional advice.
Do services have HSN codes?
Services are classified using SAC codes, which follow the same chapter style and start with 99. On the GST portal and in returns, SAC codes are entered in the same HSN field.
What is the SAC code for accounting services?
Accounting and bookkeeping services fall under SAC 998222. Auditing services and tax services have their own codes in the same 9982 group.
Official sources: GST portal · CBIC GST
Code list: HSN directory published on the GST portal and the GST SAC scheme, as compiled in the open-source HSN Code Package. This list follows the earlier edition of the HSN nomenclature, so a few codes introduced from 1 April 2022 (for example 8517 13 for smartphones) may not appear; check the current Customs Tariff for these. Descriptions are reproduced as published and may contain typing errors from the source. This tool is for guidance only and is not a ruling on classification.