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HSN Code 19: GST Rate & Description

Preparations of cereals, flour, starch or milk; pastrycooks' products
HSN Chapter 19 — Cereal & Bakery Preparations 2-digit code 18% GST
GST Rate Breakdown
CGST
9%
SGST / UTGST
9%
IGST
18%

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 19
1901 Malt extract, food preparations of flour, groats,… 1902 Pasta, whether or not cooked or stuffed (with meat… 1903 Tapioca and substitutes therefor prepared from sta… 1904 Prepared foods obtained by the swelling or roastin… 1905 Bread, pastry, cakes, biscuits and other bakers' w…
All HSN codes in Chapter 19 — Cereal & Bakery Preparations (5 codes)
1901 Malt extract, food preparations of flour, groats… 1902 Pasta, whether or not cooked or stuffed (with me… 1903 Tapioca and substitutes therefor prepared from s… 1904 Prepared foods obtained by the swelling or roast… 1905 Bread, pastry, cakes, biscuits and other bakers'…

About HSN Code 19

HSN code 19 is a 2-digit Harmonized System of Nomenclature (HSN) code used in India for GST classification. It covers: Preparations of cereals, flour, starch or milk; pastrycooks' products.

This code falls under Chapter 19 (Cereal & Bakery Preparations) of the Indian GST tariff. The applicable GST rate is 18% (CGST 9% + SGST 9% for intra-state, or IGST 18% 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 19?
HSN 19 refers to: Preparations of cereals, flour, starch or milk; pastrycooks' products. It belongs to Chapter 19 (Cereal & Bakery Preparations) of the GST tariff.
What is the GST rate for HSN code 19?
The GST rate for HSN code 19 is 18% — CGST 9% + SGST 9% for intra-state, or IGST 18% for inter-state supply.
Is HSN code 19 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 19 belong to?
HSN code 19 belongs to Chapter 19 of the GST tariff, which covers Cereal & Bakery Preparations.