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GST on Water Bottles in India: Complete 2026 Reference

GST rates on water bottles in India (2026): Vacuum insulated steel bottles — 18% GST (HSN 9617); Plastic water bottles — 12% GST (HSN 3924); Glass water bottles — 18% GST (HSN 7010); Copper water bottles — 12% GST (HSN 7418); Aluminium water bottles — 18% GST (HSN 7615). Rates subject to notification updates — always verify with your CA before invoicing at scale.

Key Facts

  • Vacuum insulated steel: 18% GST.
  • Plastic: 12% GST.
  • Glass: 18% GST.
  • Copper: 12% GST.
  • HSN code for water bottles is 9617 for vacuum flasks and 3924 for plastic bottles. GST rate: 18% for vacuum insulated steel bottles, 12% for plastic bottles (subject to notification updates — verify with your CA).

GST rate reference

18% GST: Vacuum insulated steel (9617), Glass (7010), Aluminium (7615).
12% GST: Plastic (3924), Copper (7418).

For corporate procurement

Insulated steel gift bottles: 18% GST under HSN 9617. Ensure invoices carry this code.

Input tax credit

Generally not available on gifts under GST rules. Consult your CA.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is GST rate on water bottle?

Vacuum insulated steel: 18%. Plastic: 12%. Glass: 18%. Copper: 12%. Aluminium: 18%.

Can I claim ITC on gift water bottles?

Generally no under GST rules. Verify with your CA.


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