HSN Chapter 16
HSN Chapter 16 — Preparations of Meat, of Fish, of Crustaceans
HSN Chapter 16 covers preparations of meat, of fish, of crustaceans, molluscs or other aquatic invertebrates or of insects. It contains 5 four-digit headings and 96 HSN codes in total. Below is every heading in Chapter 16 with its GST 2.0 rate (verified against CBIC). Use the search tool for any specific 6- or 8-digit sub-code.
Source: CBIC GST rate schedule (GST 2.0, effective 22 Sep 2025).
HSN codes in Chapter 16
96 codes · GST 2.0 rates per the CBIC GST rate schedule (effective 22 Sep 2025); verified 2026-06-07.
| HSN Code | Description | GST Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 1601 | Sausages and Similar Products, of Meat, Meat Offal, Blood or Insects, Food Preparations Based on These Products | 5% |
| 1602 | Other Prepared or Preserved Meat, Meat Offal Blood or Insects | 5% |
| 1603 | Extracts and Juices of Meat, Fish or Crustaceans, Molluscs or Other Aquatic Invertebrates | 5% |
| 1604 | Prepared or Preserved Fish; Caviar and Caviar Substitutes Prepared from Fish Eggs | 5% |
| 1605 | Crustaceans, Molluscs and Other Aquatic Invertebrates, Prepared or Preserved | 5% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What products are in HSN Chapter 16?
Chapter 16 covers preparations of meat, of fish, of crustaceans, molluscs or other aquatic invertebrates or of insects, spanning 5 headings and 96 HSN codes.
What is the GST rate for Chapter 16 goods?
GST rates vary by specific code under GST 2.0 (Nil, 5%, 18% or 40%). See the rate against each heading above, or search the exact 8-digit code in the HSN Code Finder.
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