HSN CODE - 13012000 : GUM ARABIC

Harmonised System of Nomenclature (HSN Codes) 13012000 are used for the GUM ARABIC products under Goods and Service Tax classification.

India was originally using 6 digit HSN codes to classify commodities but later two more digits were added to make the codes more precise, resulting in an 8 digit classification.

Understanding HSN Code 13012000

First two digits (13) represent the chapter number which is Chapter 13 - Lac; gums, resins and other vegetable saps and extracts.

Next two digits (01) represent the heading number which is LAC;NATURAL GUMS, RESINS,GUM-RESINS AND OLEORESINS (FOR EXAMPLE,BALSAMS)

Next two digits (20) represent the product code which is

Last two digits (00) are for final or deeper classification which is GUM ARABIC

All 8 digits of HSN code is mandatory for export & imports for tax invoice of GST.