Aquatic invertebrates other than crustaceans and molluscs, live, fresh, chilled, frozen, dried, salted or in brine; smoked aquatic invertebrates other than crustaceans and molluscs, whether or not cooked before or during the smoking process
HSN code 0308 is
a 4-digit Harmonized System of Nomenclature (HSN) code used in India for GST classification.
It covers: Aquatic invertebrates other than crustaceans and molluscs, live, fresh, chilled, frozen, dried, salted or in brine; smoked aquatic invertebrates other than crustaceans and molluscs, whether or not cooked before or during the smoking process.
This code falls under Chapter 03
(Fish & Seafood) of the Indian GST tariff.
The applicable GST rate is 5%
(CGST 2.5% + SGST 2.5% for intra-state, or IGST 5% for inter-state transactions).
Who needs this code? Any GST-registered business supplying
goods classified under this
HSN code must quote it on their tax invoices.
Turnover above ₹5 crore requires 6-digit codes;
exporters must use 8-digit HSN codes.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HSN code 0308?
HSN 0308 refers to: Aquatic invertebrates other than crustaceans and molluscs, live, fresh, chilled, frozen, dried, salted or in brine; smoked aquatic invertebrates other than crustaceans and molluscs, whether or not cooked before or during the smoking process. It belongs to Chapter 03 (Fish & Seafood) of the GST tariff.
What is the GST rate for HSN code 0308?
The GST rate for HSN code 0308 is 5% — CGST 2.5% + SGST 2.5% for intra-state, or IGST 5% for inter-state supply.
Is HSN code 0308 mandatory on invoices?
Yes. If your business supplies goods/services under this code, you must quote the HSN/SAC code on GST invoices. Businesses with turnover below ₹5 crore use 4-digit HSN; above ₹5 crore use 6-digit; exporters use 8-digit.
What chapter does HSN code 0308 belong to?
HSN code 0308 belongs to Chapter 03 of the GST tariff, which covers Fish & Seafood.
