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HSN Code 16: GST Rate & Description

Preparations of meat, of fish, of crustaceans, molluscs or other aquatic invertebrates or of insects
HSN Chapter 16 — Meat Preparations 2-digit code 12% GST
GST Rate Breakdown
CGST
6%
SGST / UTGST
6%
IGST
12%

CGST+SGST apply to intra-state transactions. IGST applies to inter-state and imports. Cess may apply additionally for certain goods.

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5 Sub-codes under 16
1601 Sausages and similar products, of meat, meat offal… 1602 Other prepared or preserved meat, meat offal blood… 1603 Extracts and juices of meat, fish or crustaceans,… 1604 Prepared or preserved fish; caviar and caviar subs… 1605 Crustaceans, molluscs and other aquatic invertebra…
All HSN codes in Chapter 16 — Meat Preparations (5 codes)
1601 Sausages and similar products, of meat, meat off… 1602 Other prepared or preserved meat, meat offal blo… 1603 Extracts and juices of meat, fish or crustaceans… 1604 Prepared or preserved fish; caviar and caviar su… 1605 Crustaceans, molluscs and other aquatic inverteb…

About HSN Code 16

HSN code 16 is a 2-digit Harmonized System of Nomenclature (HSN) code used in India for GST classification. It covers: Preparations of meat, of fish, of crustaceans, molluscs or other aquatic invertebrates or of insects.

This code falls under Chapter 16 (Meat Preparations) of the Indian GST tariff. The applicable GST rate is 12% (CGST 6% + SGST 6% for intra-state, or IGST 12% 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 16?
HSN 16 refers to: Preparations of meat, of fish, of crustaceans, molluscs or other aquatic invertebrates or of insects. It belongs to Chapter 16 (Meat Preparations) of the GST tariff.
What is the GST rate for HSN code 16?
The GST rate for HSN code 16 is 12% — CGST 6% + SGST 6% for intra-state, or IGST 12% for inter-state supply.
Is HSN code 16 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 16 belong to?
HSN code 16 belongs to Chapter 16 of the GST tariff, which covers Meat Preparations.