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Published on: Aug 13, 2026

GST Rate for Suitcases, Handbags and Leather Jackets

GST rate for goods and services are decided by the

GST Council from time to time. With GST in force in India from 1st July 2017 GST is now applicable on purchase of suitcases, handbags and leather jackets. It's important to note that plastic bags do not fall under Chapter 42 of the HSN Chapter. Plastic bags fall under chapter 39 of the HSN code. In this article, we look at the GST rate and HSN code for suitcases, handbags, leather jackets, travel goods and other articles falling under Chapter 42 of the HSN chapter.

GST Rate for Suitcases & Travel Bags

GST rates for travel goods like trunks, suit-cases, sports bags and other similar items made of any type of material attract 28% GST in India. The following are travel goods that fall under Chapter 42:

  • Travel goods (Trunks, suit-cases, sports bags and other similar items )
  • Toilet-bags and cases
  • Satchels
  • Brief-cases
  • Executive-cases
  • Vanity-cases
  • Attache-cases

The four-digit HSN code for suitcases and travel bags is 4202.

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GST Rate for Handbags & Wallets

GST rate for handbags, jewellery boxes, wallets and vanity bags are prescribed under Chapter 42. The 6 digit HSN code for handbags, wallets and vanity bags is 4202 21. The following are the different types of classification available for handbags under the HSN code.

  • Handbags, whether or not with shoulder strap, including those without a handle.
  • Handbags for ladies - With outer surface of leather or of composition leather or of patent leather.
  • Vanity bags - With outer surface of leather or of composition leather or of patent leather.
  • Handbags and shopping bags, of artificial plastic material.
  • Shopping bags, Handbags of cotton
  • Handbags and shopping bags, of Jute
  • Handbags of other materials excluding wicker- work or basket work
  • Jewellery box
  • Wallets and purses, of leather

The 28% GST rate is applicable for all of the above types of items under Chapter 42 of the HSN code.

Leather Jackets and Gloves

Leather jackets and gloves are classified under Chapter 42 of the HSN code. Articles of apparel like jackets and clothing accessories made out of leather attract 28% GST. Leather gloves, mittens and mitts made for use in sports attract 12% GST rate. Leather gloves, mittens and mitts made for industrial use and other types of mittens attract 28% GST rate. Also, other articles of leather or of composition leather-like aprons, semi-chrome grain garments and sofa covers attract 28% GST rate.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about GST Rate Suitcases Handbags and Leather Jackets.

The GST rate for travel goods like trunks, suitcases, sports bags, and other similar items made of any material is 28% in India. These products fall under Chapter 42 of the HSN code, with a four-digit HSN code of 4202.
No, plastic bags do not fall under Chapter 42 of the HSN code. The article clearly states that plastic bags fall under Chapter 39 of the HSN code and are not included in the same GST rate as leather handbags and suitcases.
As per the article, handbags, jewellery boxes, wallets, and vanity bags made of leather or composition leather attract a 28% GST rate. The 6-digit HSN code for these products is 4202 21.
Yes, leather jackets and gloves are classified under Chapter 42 of the HSN code, and articles of apparel like jackets and clothing accessories made of leather attract a 28% GST rate, which is the same as leather handbags.
Yes, the article mentions that leather gloves, mittens, and mitts made specifically for use in sports attract a 12% GST rate, which is lower than the 28% rate for other leather gloves and mittens.
The article does not provide a specific HSN code for leather jackets and clothing accessories. However, it states that they are classified under Chapter 42 of the HSN code, which covers articles made of leather or composition leather.
Yes, the article mentions that other articles made of leather or composition leather, such as aprons, semi-chrome grain garments, and sofa covers, also attract a 28% GST rate.
The article suggests using the IndiaFilings GST Rate Finder tool to look up the GST rates for goods not covered in the article.
No, the article focuses solely on the GST rates for various types of leather goods and products falling under Chapter 42 of the HSN code. It does not provide information on GST rates for services related to leather goods.
No, the article does not differentiate between industrially manufactured and handmade or artisanal leather goods in terms of GST rates. It discusses the GST rates based on the product category and material used, but does not specify any separate rates for handmade or artisanal leather products.