Everything B2B buyers need to know about the GST classification for rubber bands in India — HSN code, tax rate, input credit and billing compliance.
| HSN Level | Code | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Chapter | 40 | Rubber and Articles Thereof |
| Heading | 4016 | Other articles of vulcanised rubber other than hard rubber |
| Sub-heading | 40169 | Other articles |
| Tariff item | 40169920 | Rubber bands (specific classification) |
At 5%, rubber bands are taxed at one of India's lowest rates — the same bracket as essential goods. For a distributor buying 500kg/month, the 5% ITC recovery adds up to meaningful savings. Always insist on proper GST invoices from your supplier.
When buying rubber bands from Kaniskaa Rubber Industries, your GST invoice will contain:
If you are GST-registered, you can claim the full 5% GST paid on rubber band purchases as input tax credit against your output tax liability. Keep all invoices for ITC claims.
The HSN code for rubber bands in India is 40169920. This falls under Chapter 40 (Rubber and Articles Thereof), heading 4016 (Other articles of vulcanised rubber other than hard rubber), subheading 9920 (Other).
The GST rate on rubber bands (HSN 40169920) is 5% — one of the lowest GST brackets. This applies to natural latex rubber bands, fluorescent rubber bands and synthetic rubber bands alike under this HSN code.
Yes. If you are a GST-registered business buying rubber bands for business use, you can claim input tax credit on the 5% GST paid. Kaniskaa Rubber Industries provides proper GST invoices for all orders.
Proper GST invoices on every order. HSN 40169920, 5% rate. Call to order.