27 July 2024
Here's the GST rate information for the items you mentioned:
### **1. Old Gunny Bags**
- **GST Rate**: **5%** (2.5% CGST + 2.5% SGST) - **HSN Code**: **6305** Old gunny bags fall under this HSN code as they are considered used or waste products in the context of recycling and repurposing.
### **2. Jute Gunny Bags**
- **GST Rate**: **0%** Jute gunny bags are exempt from GST due to their classification under essential items or items used in agricultural processes, which are often exempt to support the agricultural sector.
### **3. Cotton Sack**
- **GST Rate**: **12%** (6% CGST + 6% SGST) - **HSN Code**: **6301** Cotton sacks fall under this HSN code, and the applicable GST rate for these items is 12% as per the GST tariff.
### **Relevant Notifications:**
- **Notification No. 2/2017-Central Tax (Rate)** for exemptions and GST rates on certain goods. - **Notification No. 1/2017-Central Tax (Rate)** and **Notification No. 11/2017-Central Tax (Rate)** cover the GST rates applicable to different goods and services.