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Verified Category: Aluminium

HSN Code 7612

Aluminium casks, drums, cans, boxes, etc., other than Milk cans made of Aluminium

Current GST Rate
18%
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Rate noteRate varies within this heading — 5%: Milk cans made of Iron, Steel, or Aluminium; 18%: Aluminium casks, drums, cans, boxes, etc., other than…

Official Classification

Under the Harmonized System of Nomenclature (HSN), the code 7612 specifically identifies aluminium casks, drums, cans, boxes, etc., other than milk cans made of aluminium for the purpose of taxation and trade in Bharat. This ensures uniform classification across all Indian states and Union Territories.

Intra-State Split
CGST 9% + SGST 9%
Inter-State Split
IGST 18%

Compliance Check-list

  • Mention HSN 7612 on all Tax Invoices for aluminium casks, drums, cans, boxes, etc., other than milk cans made of aluminium
  • Include in HSN-wise summary of GSTR-1 filings
  • Mandatory for E-way bill generation for goods above threshold
  • Ensure Input Tax Credit (ITC) matches this classification
✨ AI Compliance Insight

Expert Advice for 7612

"Classifying aluminium casks, drums, cans, boxes, etc., other than milk cans made of aluminium correctly is critical to avoid litigation. While the base rate is 18%, always check for anti-dumping duties if importing, especially under the Aluminium category. AasanKhata automatically monitors these shifts for you."