GST classification of hard rubber applies a specified rate to hard rubber goods and articles until a notified expiry. GST applies to hard rubber in all forms (for example ebonite), other than waste and scrap, and to articles of hard rubber as a Schedule 3 tariff entry; this classification was inserted by notification no. 43/2017 (w.e.f. 15-11-2017) and remains in force until the notified expiry date.