SAC code 996711

Service code in chapter 99 — All Services

SAC code

996711

Container handling services

Classification

Code type	SAC — Services Accounting Code
Level	Service code (6 digits)
Chapter 99	All Services
Heading 9967	Supporting services in transport
Service code 996711	Container handling services

Other codes under 9967

SAC code	Description
`996712`	Customs House Agent services
`996713`	Clearing and forwarding services
`996719`	Other cargo and baggage handling services
`996721`	Refrigerated storage services
`996722`	Bulk liquid or gas storage services
`996729`	Other storage and warehousing services
`996731`	Railway pushing or towing services
`996739`	Other supporting services for railway transport nowhere else classified
`996741`	Bus station services
`996742`	Operation services of national highways, state highways, expressways, roads and streets; bridges and tunnel operation services
`996743`	Parking lot services
`996744`	Towing services for commercial and private vehicles
`996749`	Other supporting services for road transport nowhere else classified
`996751`	Port and waterway operation services (excluding cargo handling) such as operation services of ports, docks, light houses, light ships and the like
`996752`	Pilotage and berthing services
`996753`	Vessel salvage and refloating services
`996754`	Maintenance, repair or overhaul services in respect of ships and other vessels, their engines and other components or parts
`996759`	Other supporting services for water transport nowhere else classified
`996761`	Airport operation services (excluding cargo handling)
`996762`	Air traffic control services
`996763`	Other supporting services for air transport
`996764`	Supporting services for space transport
`996768`	Other supporting services for air transport
`996769`	Supporting services for space transport
`996791`	Goods transport agency services for road transport
`996792`	Goods transport agency services for other modes of transport
`996793`	Supporting services in transport – other goods transport services
`996799`	Other supporting transport services nowhere else classified

Using SAC 996711 in GST

On GST invoices, a business with annual turnover up to ₹5 crore must show at least the first 4 digits (9967) on B2B invoices, and a business above ₹5 crore must show 6 digits (996711) on all invoices. The full 8-digit code is used for imports and exports.

The GST rate depends on the exact goods or service and any conditions in the rate notification, so it is not listed here. Check the official CBIC GST rate finder, then work out the tax with the GST calculator or make a bill with the GST invoice generator.

Frequently asked questions

What is SAC code 996711?

SAC code 996711 is the service code for: Container handling services.

What is the GST rate for SAC 996711?

GST rates are set by CBIC rate notifications and can depend on conditions, so check the CBIC GST rate finder for SAC 996711 before invoicing.

How many digits of SAC 996711 should I write on my invoice?

Up to ₹5 crore turnover: at least 4 digits (9967) on B2B invoices. Above ₹5 crore: 6 digits (996711) on all invoices.