HSN code directory

HSN Code 9606: Buttons, press-fasteners, snap-fasteners and press-studs

Buttons, press-fasteners, snap-fasteners and press-studs, button moulds and other parts of these articles; button blanks


All 8-digit HSN codes under this heading

HSN codeDescription
96061010Press-fasteners, snap-fasteners and press studs and parts thereof: press-fasteners, snap-fasteners and press-studs
96061020Press-fasteners, snap-fasteners and press studs and parts thereof: parts
96062100Buttons: of plastics, not covered with textile material
96062200Buttons: of base metals, not covered with textile material
96062910Buttons: - other: button of coconut shell or wood
96062990Buttons: - other: other
96063010Button moulds and other parts of buttons; button blanks: button blanks
96063090Button moulds and other parts of buttons; button blanks: other


GST rate guide for this chapter

Pencils, crayons, sharpeners and erasers are exempt from 22 September 2025. Brushes, combs, pens, lighters and most other articles are taxed at 5% or 18%.


GST rates depend on the exact description of the goods in the rate schedules, not only on the HSN code. Some goods under the same heading are taxed at different rates, and conditions or exemptions can apply. Confirm the rate for your product before you raise invoices.


Frequently asked questions


How many digits of the HSN code must I show on a GST invoice?


Businesses with aggregate turnover of up to ₹5 crore in the previous year must show at least a 4-digit HSN code on B2B invoices. Businesses with turnover above ₹5 crore must show a 6-digit code on all invoices. The full 8-digit code is used for imports and exports.


What is the difference between an HSN heading and an 8-digit HSN code?


The first 2 digits are the chapter, 4 digits are the heading and 6 digits are the subheading under the international Harmonized System. India adds 2 more digits for a more precise tariff item, giving the 8-digit code used in customs and GST.


What happens if I use the wrong HSN code?


A wrong HSN code can lead to tax being charged at the wrong rate, mismatches in GSTR-1 and the HSN summary, and notices with interest and penalty. If you are unsure about classification, a CA can review it before you file.


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