GST Rate on Aluminium and Aluminium Products

The GST Council, in its rate rationalisation meetings up to September 2025, has updated the GST rates for aluminium and aluminium products. Earlier, aluminium products were taxed under the slabs of 12%, 18% and 28%, but the 28% slab is no longer applicable. The government has lowered rates to support the manufacturing sector and reduce costs for businesses. This guide provides the latest GST rates and HSN codes for aluminium products as of 2025.

HSN Code for Aluminium and Aluminium Products

All aluminium products and articles made of aluminium are classified under Chapter 76 of the Harmonised System of Nomenclature (HSN).

12% GST Rate for Aluminium and Aluminium Products

The following types of aluminium products attract 12% GST in India:

Aluminium utensils
Table, kitchen or other household articles of aluminium

(Household and kitchen use items remain in the 12% slab to make essential products affordable.)

18% GST Rate for Aluminium and Aluminium Products

The following types of aluminium products attract 18% GST as per the latest updates:

Aluminium alloys such as ingots, billets, wire-bars, wire-rods
Aluminium waste and scrap
Aluminium powders and flakes
Rod, profiles and aluminium bars
Aluminium wire
Aluminium plates, sheets and strip, of a thickness exceeding 0.2 mm
Pipes and aluminium tubes
Aluminium tube or pipe fittings (for example, couplings, elbows, sleeves)
Aluminium structures (excluding prefabricated buildings) and parts of structures such as:

Bridges and bridge sections
Towers and lattice masts
Roofs and roofing frameworks
Balustrades, pillars and columns
Rods, aluminium plates, profiles, tubes and similar products prepared for use in structures

Tanks, aluminium reservoirs, vats and similar containers (for any material other than compressed or liquefied gas) of a capacity exceeding 300 litres, whether or not lined or heat-insulated, but not fitted with mechanical or thermal equipment
Aluminium casks, drums, cans, boxes and other containers
Aluminium containers for compressed or liquefied gas
Stranded wires and cables
Other articles of aluminium, such as:

Nails, tacks, staples, screws, bolts, nuts, screw hooks, rivets, cotters, cotter pins, washers and similar articles
Cloth, grill, netting and fencing of aluminium wire

28% GST Rate – No Longer Applicable

Earlier, the following items attracted 28% GST:

Aluminium foil (≤0.2 mm thickness)
Aluminium doors, windows and their frames and thresholds for doors
Sanitary ware and parts other than utensils

These items have now been moved to the 18% slab. The GST Council removed the 28% rate for aluminium products to boost industrial use and reduce costs.

Here’s the latest GST rate for Aluminium and Aluminium Products (2025 update) presented in a clear table format:

GST Rate on Aluminium & Aluminium Products – Updated 2025

Category	Examples / Description	GST Rate
Household & Kitchen Use	Aluminium utensils Table, kitchen or other household articles of aluminium	12%
Industrial & Construction Products	Aluminium alloys: ingots, billets, wire-bars, wire-rods Aluminium waste and scrap Aluminium powders and flakes Rods, profiles, aluminium bars Aluminium wire Aluminium plates, sheets & strips (thickness >0.2 mm) Pipes & aluminium tubes Tube or pipe fittings (couplings, elbows, sleeves)	18%
Structural & Heavy Items	Aluminium structures (excluding prefabricated buildings) & parts like bridges, bridge sections, towers, lattice masts, roofs, roofing frameworks, balustrades, pillars, columns Rods, plates, profiles, tubes prepared for structural use Tanks, reservoirs, vats (capacity >300 litres) not fitted with mechanical or thermal equipment	18%
Containers & Packaging	Aluminium casks, drums, cans, boxes Containers for compressed or liquefied gas Stranded wires and cables	18%
Other Articles of Aluminium	Nails, tacks, staples, screws, bolts, nuts, screw hooks, rivets, cotters, cotter pins, washers Cloth, grill, netting and fencing of aluminium wire	18%
Previously in 28% (Now Reduced)	Aluminium foil (≤0.2 mm thickness) Aluminium doors, windows, frames and thresholds for doors Aluminium sanitary ware and parts (other than utensils)	18%

Key Takeaways

No Aluminium Item Now Attracts 28% GST: All aluminium products, including foil, doors, windows and sanitary ware, are now taxed at 18%.
Utensils Remain at 12%: Household aluminium utensils and kitchenware continue to attract a 12% GST rate.
HSN Chapter 76 Applies: For classification and billing, all aluminium and aluminium products fall under HSN Chapter 76.
Tip for Businesses: Always use HSN Chapter 76 while invoicing aluminium products and cross-check with the latest CBIC notifications before filing GST returns.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about GST Rate for Aluminium & Aluminium Products India.

Aluminium utensils and other household articles made of aluminium continue to attract a 12% GST rate. The lower tax rate is maintained to make essential kitchen and household products more affordable.

Several aluminium products that now attract an 18% GST rate, including aluminium alloys, waste and scrap, powders and flakes, rods, profiles, wires, plates, sheets, pipes, tubes, fittings, structures, tanks, reservoirs, containers, cables, and various other articles like nails, screws, bolts, and fencing.

The GST Council decided to lower the rates for certain aluminium products previously taxed at 28% to support the manufacturing sector and reduce costs for businesses. This move aims to boost industrial use of aluminium and make products more affordable.

All aluminium products and articles made of aluminium are classified under Chapter 76 of the Harmonised System of Nomenclature (HSN). Businesses should use HSN Chapter 76 while invoicing aluminium products and cross-check with the latest CBIC notifications before filing GST returns.

Yes, items like aluminium foil (≤0.2 mm thickness), aluminium doors, windows, frames, and thresholds for doors, as well as aluminium sanitary ware and parts (other than utensils), were taxed at 28% GST. These have now been moved to the 18% slab.

The HSN (Harmonised System of Nomenclature) code is used for classification and billing of products for GST purposes. Using the correct HSN code (Chapter 76 for aluminium) is crucial for businesses to ensure accurate GST filings and compliance.

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To ensure the correct HSN codes are used for aluminium products, businesses can refer to the detailed descriptions and examples provided in the article for each GST rate slab. Additionally, consulting with GST experts or seeking guidance from platforms like IndiaFilings can help businesses accurately classify their products and maintain compliance.