HSN Code Chapter 8: Edible Fruits and Nuts, Citrus Fruit or Melon Peel

In Chapter 8 of the Harmonized System Nomenclature (HSN) Code, the focus is on “Edible Fruits and Nuts, along with the Peel of Citrus Fruits or Melons,” offering a detailed classification system for a diverse range of plant-based food products.

This chapter encompasses various types of edible fruits, including tropical fruits, berries, and stone fruits, along with a wide array of nuts and seeds. Additionally, it includes the peel of citrus fruits and melons, which are often utilized in culinary and industrial applications. From apples and oranges to almonds and walnuts, Chapter 8 plays a crucial role in standardizing the classification and documentation of these food items, facilitating international trade and regulatory compliance.

Understanding the classifications within this chapter is essential for businesses involved in the import/export of edible fruits, nuts, and peel, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards and facilitating smooth trade operations across borders.

Explore Chapter 8: Edible Fruits and Nuts, Citrus Fruit or Melon Peel HSN Code

HSN CodeHSN Description
0801COCONUTS, BRAZIL NUTS AND CASHEW NUTS, FRESH OR DRIED, WHETHER OR NOT SHELLED OR PEELED
080111EDIBLE FRUIT AND NUTS; PEEL OF CITRUS FRUIT OR MELONS~Coconuts, brazil nuts and cashew nuts, fresh or dried, whether or not shelled or peeled~Desiccated
08011100COCONUTS, BRAZIL NUTS AND CASHEW NUTS,FRESH OR DRIED, WHETHER OR NOT SHELLEDOR PEELED  COCONUTS : DESICCATED
080112In the inner shell (Endocarp)
08011210COCONUTS, BRAZIL NUTS AND CASHEW NUTS,FRESH OR DRIED, WHETHER OR NOT SHELLEDOR PEELED  COCONUTS –IN THE INNER SHELL (ENDOCARP): —FRESH
08011220COCONUTS, BRAZIL NUTS AND CASHEW NUTS,FRESH OR DRIED, WHETHER OR NOT SHELLEDOR PEELED  COCONUTS –IN THE INNER SHELL —DRIED
08011290COCONUTS, BRAZIL NUTS AND CASHEW NUTS,FRESH OR DRIED, WHETHER OR NOT SHELLEDOR PEELED  COCONUTS –IN THE INNER SHELL (ENDOCARP)—OTHER
080119Other
08011910COCONUTS, BRAZIL NUTS AND CASHEW NUTS,FRESH OR DRIED, WHETHER OR NOT SHELLEDOR PEELED OTHER : FRESH
08011920COCONUTS, BRAZIL NUTS AND CASHEW NUTS,FRESH OR DRIED, WHETHER OR NOT SHELLEDOR PEELED OTHER : DRIED
08011990COCONUTS, BRAZIL NUTS AND CASHEW NUTS,FRESH OR DRIED, WHETHER OR NOT SHELLEDOR PEELED OTHER : OTHER
080121EDIBLE FRUIT AND NUTS; PEEL OF CITRUS FRUIT OR MELONS~Coconuts, brazil nuts and cashew nuts, fresh or dried, whether or not shelled or peeled~In shell
08012100COCONUTS, BRAZIL NUTS AND CASHEW NUTS,FRESH OR DRIED, WHETHER OR NOT SHELLEDOR PEELEDBRAZIL NUTS : IN SHELL
080122EDIBLE FRUIT AND NUTS; PEEL OF CITRUS FRUIT OR MELONS~Coconuts, brazil nuts and cashew nuts, fresh or dried, whether or not shelled or peeled~Shelled
08012200COCONUTS, BRAZIL NUTS AND CASHEW NUTS,FRESH OR DRIED, WHETHER OR NOT SHELLEDOR PEELEDBRAZIL NUTS : SHELLED
080131EDIBLE FRUIT AND NUTS; PEEL OF CITRUS FRUIT OR MELONS~Coconuts, brazil nuts and cashew nuts, fresh or dried, whether or not shelled or peeled~In shell
08013100In shell
080132Shelled
08013210COCONUTS, BRAZIL NUTS AND CASHEW NUTS,FRESH OR DRIED, WHETHER OR NOT SHELLEDOR PEELEDCASHEW NUTS SHELLED CASHEW KERNEL, BROKEN
08013220COCONUTS, BRAZIL NUTS AND CASHEW NUTS,FRESH OR DRIED, WHETHER OR NOT SHELLEDOR PEELEDCASHEW NUTS SHELLED SHELLED : CASHEW KERNEL, WHOLE
08013290COCONUTS, BRAZIL NUTS AND CASHEW NUTS,FRESH OR DRIED, WHETHER OR NOT SHELLEDOR PEELEDCASHEW NUTS SHELLED  OTHER
0802OTHER NUTS, FRESH OR DRIED, WHETHER OR NOT SHELLED OR PEELED
080211EDIBLE FRUIT AND NUTS; PEEL OF CITRUS FRUIT OR MELONS~Other nuts, fresh or dried, whether
08021100OTHER NUTS, FRESH OR DRIED, WHETHEROR NOT SHELLED OR PEELEDALMONDS : IN SHELL
080212EDIBLE FRUIT AND NUTS; PEEL OF CITRUS FRUIT OR MELONS~Other nuts, fresh or dried, whether
08021200OTHER NUTS, FRESH OR DRIED, WHETHEROR NOT SHELLED OR PEELEDALMONDS : SHELLED
080221EDIBLE FRUIT AND NUTS; PEEL OF CITRUS FRUIT OR MELONS~Other nuts, fresh or dried, whether
08022100OTHER NUTS, FRESH OR DRIED, WHETHEROR NOT SHELLED OR PEE  HAZELNUTS OR FILBERTS (CORYLUS SPP.) : IN SHELL
080222EDIBLE FRUIT AND NUTS; PEEL OF CITRUS FRUIT OR MELONS~Other nuts, fresh or dried, whether
08022200OTHER NUTS, FRESH OR DRIED, WHETHEROR NOT SHELLED OR PEE  HAZELNUTS OR FILBERTS (CORYLUS SPP.) : SHELLED
080231EDIBLE FRUIT AND NUTS; PEEL OF CITRUS FRUIT OR MELONS~Other nuts, fresh or dried, whether
08023100OTHER NUTS, FRESH OR DRIED, WHETHEROR NOT SHELLED OR PEELED WALNUTS : IN SHELL
080232EDIBLE FRUIT AND NUTS; PEEL OF CITRUS FRUIT OR MELONS~Other nuts, fresh or dried, whether
08023200OTHER NUTS, FRESH OR DRIED, WHETHEROR NOT SHELLED OR PEELED WALNUTS : SHELLED
080241Chestnuts
08024100OTHER NUTS, FRESH OR DRIED, WHETHER OR NOT SHELLED OR PEELED – CHESTNUTS (CASTANEA SPP.) : — IN SHELL
080242Shelled
08024200OTHER NUTS, FRESH OR DRIED, WHETHER OR NOT SHELLED OR PEELED – CHESTNUTS (CASTANEA SPP.) : — SHELLED
080251Pistachios
08025100OTHER NUTS, FRESH OR DRIED, WHETHER OR NOT SHELLED OR PEELED – PISTACHIOS — IN SHELL
080252Shelled
08025200OTHER NUTS, FRESH OR DRIED, WHETHER OR NOT SHELLED OR PEELED – PISTACHIOS –SHELLED
080261Macadamia nuts
08026100OTHER NUTS, FRESH OR DRIED, WHETHER OR NOT SHELLED OR PEELED – MACADEMIA NUTS — IN SHELL
080262Shelled
08026200OTHER NUTS, FRESH OR DRIED, WHETHER OR NOT SHELLED OR PEELED – MACADEMIA NUTS — SHELLED
080270Kola nuts
08027000OTHER NUTS, FRESH OR DRIED, WHETHER OR NOT SHELLED OR PEELED – KOLA NUTS (COLA SPP.)
080280Areca nuts
08028010OTHER NUTS, FRESH OR DRIED, WHETHER OR NOT SHELLED OR PEELED – ARECA NUTS —WHOLE
08028020OTHER NUTS, FRESH OR DRIED, WHETHER OR NOT SHELLED OR PEELED – ARECA NUTS —SPLIT
08028030OTHER NUTS, FRESH OR DRIED, WHETHER OR NOT SHELLED OR PEELED – ARECA NUTS —GROUND
08028090OTHER NUTS, FRESH OR DRIED, WHETHER OR NOT SHELLED OR PEELED – ARECA NUTS —OTHER
080290Other
08029000OTHER NUTS, FRESH OR DRIED, WHETHER OR NOT SHELLED OR PEELED – OTHER
080291EDIBLE FRUIT AND NUTS; PEEL OF CITRUS FRUIT OR MELONS~Other nuts, fresh or dried, whether
08029100EDIBLE FRUIT AND NUTS; PEEL OF CITRUS FRUIT OR MELONS~Other nuts, fresh or dried, whether
080292EDIBLE FRUIT AND NUTS; PEEL OF CITRUS FRUIT OR MELONS~Other nuts, fresh or dried, whether
08029200EDIBLE FRUIT AND NUTS; PEEL OF CITRUS FRUIT OR MELONS~Other nuts, fresh or dried, whether
080299EDIBLE FRUIT AND NUTS; PEEL OF CITRUS FRUIT OR MELONS~Other nuts, fresh or dried, whether
08029900EDIBLE FRUIT AND NUTS; PEEL OF CITRUS FRUIT OR MELONS~Other nuts, fresh or dried, whether
0803BANANAS, INCLUDING PLANTAINS, FRESH OR DRIED
080310Plaintains
08031010BANANAS, INCLUDING PLANTAINS, FRESH OR DRIED – PLANTAINS — CURRY PLANTAIN
08031090BANANAS, INCLUDING PLANTAINS, FRESH OR DRIED – PLANTAINS — OTHER
080390other
08039010BANANAS, INCLUDING PLANTAINS, FRESH OR DRIED – OTHER — BANANAS, FRESH
08039090BANANAS, INCLUDING PLANTAINS, FRESH OR DRIED – OTHER — OTHER
0804DATES, FIGS, PINEAPPLES, AVOCADOS, GUAVAS, MANGOES, AND MANGOSTEENS, FRESH OR DRIED
080410Dates
08041010DATES, FIGS, PINEAPPLES, AVOCADOS, GUAVAS,MANGOES, AND MANGOSTEENS, FRESH OR DRIEDDATES : FRESH (EXCLUDING WET DATES)
08041020DATES, FIGS, PINEAPPLES, AVOCADOS, GUAVAS,MANGOES, AND MANGOSTEENS, FRESH OR DRIEDDATES : SOFT (KHAYZUR OR WET DATES)
08041030DATES, FIGS, PINEAPPLES, AVOCADOS, GUAVAS,MANGOES, AND MANGOSTEENS, FRESH OR DRIEDDATES : HARD (CHHOHARA OR KHAREK)
08041090DATES, FIGS, PINEAPPLES, AVOCADOS, GUAVAS,MANGOES, AND MANGOSTEENS, FRESH OR DRIEDDATES : OTHER
080420Figs
08042010DATES, FIGS, PINEAPPLES, AVOCADOS, GUAVAS,MANGOES, AND MANGOSTEENS, FRESH OR DRIEDFIGS : FRESH
08042090DATES, FIGS, PINEAPPLES, AVOCADOS, GUAVAS,MANGOES, AND MANGOSTEENS, FRESH OR DRIEDFIGS : OTHER
080430EDIBLE FRUIT AND NUTS; PEEL OF CITRUS FRUIT OR MELONS~Dates, figs, pineapples, avocados, guavas, mangoes, and mangosteens, fresh or dried~Pineapples
08043000DATES, FIGS, PINEAPPLES, AVOCADOS, GUAVAS,MANGOES, AND MANGOSTEENS, FRESH OR DRIED PINEAPPLES
080440EDIBLE FRUIT AND NUTS; PEEL OF CITRUS FRUIT OR MELONS~Dates, figs, pineapples, avocados, guavas, mangoes, and mangosteens, fresh or dried~Avocados
08044000DATES, FIGS, PINEAPPLES, AVOCADOS, GUAVAS,MANGOES, AND MANGOSTEENS, FRESH OR DRIEDAVOCADOS
080450Guavas, mangoes and mangosteens
08045010DATES, FIGS, PINEAPPLES, AVOCADOS, GUAVAS,MANGOES, AND MANGOSTEENS, FRESH OR DRIEDGUAVAS, MANGOES AND MANGOSTEENS : GUAVAS, FRESH OR DRIED
08045020DATES, FIGS, PINEAPPLES, AVOCADOS, GUAVAS,MANGOES, AND MANGOSTEENS, FRESH OR DRIEDGUAVAS, MANGOES AND MANGOSTEENS : MANGOES, FRESH
08045021Alphonso (Hapus)
08045022Banganapalli
08045023chausa
08045024Dashaeri
08045025Langla
08045026Kesar
08045027Totapuri
08045028Mallika
08045029other
08045030DATES, FIGS, PINEAPPLES, AVOCADOS, GUAVAS,MANGOES, AND MANGOSTEENS, FRESH OR DRIEDGUAVAS, MANGOES AND MANGOSTEENS : MANGOES, SLICED DRIED
08045040DATES, FIGS, PINEAPPLES, AVOCADOS, GUAVAS,MANGOES, AND MANGOSTEENS, FRESH OR DRIEDGUAVAS, MANGOES AND MANGOSTEENS : MANGO PULP
08045090DATES, FIGS, PINEAPPLES, AVOCADOS, GUAVAS,MANGOES, AND MANGOSTEENS, FRESH OR DRIED GUAVAS, MANGOES AND MANGOSTEENS : OTHER
0805CITRUS FRUIT, FRESH OR DRIED
080510EDIBLE FRUIT AND NUTS; PEEL OF CITRUS FRUIT OR MELONS~Citrus fruit, fresh or dried~Oranges
08051000CITRUS FRUIT, FRESH OR DRIED ORANGES
08052000CITRUS FRUIT, FRESH OR DRIED MANDARINS (INCLUDING TANGERINES AND SATSUMAS); CLEMENTINES, WILKINGS AND SIMILAR CITRUS HYBRIDS
080521EDIBLE FRUIT AND NUTS; PEEL OF CITRUS FRUIT OR MELONS~Citrus fruit, fresh or dried~Mandarins (including tangerines and satsumas)
08052100Mandarins (including tangerines and satsumas)
080522EDIBLE FRUIT AND NUTS; PEEL OF CITRUS FRUIT OR MELONS~Citrus fruit, fresh or dried~Clementines
08052200Clementines
080529EDIBLE FRUIT AND NUTS; PEEL OF CITRUS FRUIT OR MELONS~Citrus fruit, fresh or dried~Other
08052900Other
080540EDIBLE FRUIT AND NUTS; PEEL OF CITRUS FRUIT OR MELONS~Citrus fruit, fresh or dried~Grapefruit and pomelos
08054000CITRUS FRUIT, FRESH OR DRIED -GRAPEFRUIT AND POMELOS
080550EDIBLE FRUIT AND NUTS; PEEL OF CITRUS FRUIT OR MELONS~Citrus fruit, fresh or dried~Lemon (Citrus limon, Citrus limonum) and limes (Citrus aurantifolia, Citrus latifolia)
08055000CITRUS FRUIT, FRESH OR DRIED LEMON (CITRUS LIMON, CITRUS LIMONUM) AND LIMES (CITRUS AURANTIFOLIA, CITRUS LATIFOLIA)
080590EDIBLE FRUIT AND NUTS; PEEL OF CITRUS FRUIT OR MELONS~Citrus fruit, fresh or dried~Other kg.
08059000CITRUS FRUIT, FRESH OR DRIED OTHER
0806GRAPES, FRESH OR DRIED
080610EDIBLE FRUIT AND NUTS; PEEL OF CITRUS FRUIT OR MELONS~Grapes, fresh or dried~Fresh kg.
08061000GRAPES, FRESH OR DRIED FRESH
080620Dried
08062010GRAPES, FRESH OR DRIED DRIED : RAISINS
08062090GRAPES, FRESH OR DRIED DRIED : OTHER
0807MELONS (INCLUDING WATERMELONS) AND PAPAWS (PAPAYAS), FRESH
080711EDIBLE FRUIT AND NUTS; PEEL OF CITRUS FRUIT OR MELONS~Melons (including watermelons) and
08071100MELONS (INCLUDING WATERMELONS) ANDPAPAWS (PAPAYAS), FRESH MELONS (INCLUDING WATERMELONS) : WATER MELONS
080719other
08071900MELONS (INCLUDING WATERMELONS) ANDPAPAWS (PAPAYAS), FRESH MELONS (INCLUDING WATERMELONS) : OTHER
08071910Musk melons
08071990Other
080720EDIBLE FRUIT AND NUTS; PEEL OF CITRUS FRUIT OR MELONS~Melons (including watermelons) and
08072000MELONS (INCLUDING WATERMELONS) ANDPAPAWS (PAPAYAS), FRESHPAPAWS (PAPAYAS)
0808APPLES, PEARS AND QUINCES, FRESH
080810EDIBLE FRUIT AND NUTS; PEEL OF CITRUS FRUIT OR MELONS~Apples, pears and quinces, fresh~Apples
08081000APPLES, PEARS AND QUINCES, FRESHAPPLES
080821Sour Cherries
080829Other
080830Pears
08083000APPLES, PEARS AND QUINCES, FRESH – PEARS
080840Quinces
08084000APPLES, PEARS AND QUINCES, FRESH – QUINCES
0809APRICOTS, CHERRIES, PEACHES (INCLUDING NECTARINES), PLUMS AND SOLES, FRESH
080910EDIBLE FRUIT AND NUTS; PEEL OF CITRUS FRUIT OR MELONS~Apricots, cherries, peaches (including nectarines), plums and sloes, fresh~Apricots
08091000APRICOTS, CHERRIES, PEACHES (INCLUDINGNECTARINES), PLUMS AND SOLES, FRESH APRICOTS
080921Sour Cherries
08092100APRICOTS, CHERRIES, PEACHES (INCLUDING NECTARINES), PLUMS AND SOLES, FRESH – CHERRIES — SOUR CHERRIES (PRUNUS CERASUS)
080929other
08092900APRICOTS, CHERRIES, PEACHES (INCLUDING NECTARINES), PLUMS AND SOLES, FRESH – CHERRIES — OTHER
080930EDIBLE FRUIT AND NUTS; PEEL OF CITRUS FRUIT OR MELONS~Apricots, cherries, peaches (including nectarines), plums and sloes, fresh~Peaches, including nectarine
08093000APRICOTS, CHERRIES, PEACHES (INCLUDINGNECTARINES), PLUMS AND SOLES, FRESH PEACHES, INCLUDING NECTARINE
080940EDIBLE FRUIT AND NUTS; PEEL OF CITRUS FRUIT OR MELONS~Apricots, cherries, peaches (including nectarines), plums and sloes, fresh~Plums and sloes
08094000APRICOTS, CHERRIES, PEACHES (INCLUDINGNECTARINES), PLUMS AND SOLES, FRESHPLUMS AND SLOES
0810OTHER FRUIT, FRESH
081010EDIBLE FRUIT AND NUTS; PEEL OF CITRUS FRUIT OR MELONS~Other fruit, fresh~Strawberries
08101000OTHER FRUIT, FRESH STRAWBERRIES
081020EDIBLE FRUIT AND NUTS; PEEL OF CITRUS FRUIT OR MELONS~Other fruit, fresh~Raspberries, blackberries, mulberries and loganberries
08102000OTHER FRUIT, FRESH RASPBERRIES, BLACKBERRIES, MULBERRIES AND LOGANBERRIES
081030Blac, white or ret currants
08103000OTHER FRUIT, FRESH BLACK, WHITE OR RED CURRANTS AND GOOSEBERRIES
081040EDIBLE FRUIT AND NUTS; PEEL OF CITRUS FRUIT OR MELONS~Other fruit, fresh~Cranberries, bilberries and other fruits of the genus Vaccinium
08104000OTHER FRUIT, FRESH CRANBERRIES, BILBERRIES AND OTHER FRUITS OF THE GENUS VACCINIUM
081050EDIBLE FRUIT AND NUTS; PEEL OF CITRUS FRUIT OR MELONS~Other fruit, fresh~Kiwi fruit
08105000OTHER FRUIT, FRESH KIWI FRUIT
081060EDIBLE FRUIT AND NUTS; PEEL OF CITRUS FRUIT OR MELONS~Other fruit, fresh~Durians
08106000OTHER FRUIT, FRESH DURIANS
081070Persimmons
08107000OTHER FRUIT, FRESH – PERSIMMONS
081090Other
08109010OTHER FRUIT, FRESH OTHER : POMEGRANATES
08109020OTHER FRUIT, FRESH OTHER : TAMARIND, FRESH
08109030OTHER FRUIT, FRESH OTHER : SAPOTA (CHICO)
08109040OTHER FRUIT, FRESH OTHER : CUSTARD-APPLE (ATA)
08109050OTHER FRUIT, FRESH OTHER : BORE
08109060OTHER FRUIT, FRESH OTHER : LICHI
08109090OTHER FRUIT, FRESH OTHER : OTHER
0811FRUIT AND NUTS, UNCOOKED OR COOKED BY STEAMING OR BOILING IN WATER, FROZEN, WHETHER OR NOT CONTAINING ADDED SUGAR OR OTHER SWEETENING MATTER
081110Strawberries
08111010FRUIT AND NUTS, UNCOOKED OR COOKED BYSTEAMING OR BOILING IN WATER, FROZEN,WHETHER OR NOT CONTAINING ADDED SUGAR OROTHER SWEETENING MATTER STRAWBERRIES : CONTAINING ADDED SUGAR
08111020FRUIT AND NUTS, UNCOOKED OR COOKED BYSTEAMING OR BOILING IN WATER, FROZEN,WHETHER OR NOT CONTAINING ADDED SUGAR OROTHER SWEETENING MATTER STRAWBERRIES : NOT CONTAINING ADDED SUGAR
08111090FRUIT AND NUTS, UNCOOKED OR COOKED BYSTEAMING OR BOILING IN WATER, FROZEN,WHETHER OR NOT CONTAINING ADDED SUGAR OROTHER SWEETENING MATTER STRAWBERRIES : OTHER
081120Raspberries, blackberries, mulberries, loganberries, black, white or red currants and gooseberries
08112010FRUIT AND NUTS, UNCOOKED OR COOKED BYSTEAMING OR BOILING IN WATER, FROZEN,WHETHER OR NOT CONTAINING ADDED SUGAR OROTHER SWEETENING MATTER RASPBERRIES, BLACKBERRIES, MULBERRIES,LOGANBERRIES, BLACK, WHITE OR RED CURRANTSAND GOOSEBERRIES : CONTAINING ADDED …
08112020FRUIT AND NUTS, UNCOOKED OR COOKED BYSTEAMING OR BOILING IN WATER, FROZEN,WHETHER OR NOT CONTAINING ADDED SUGAR OROTHER SWEETENING MATTER RASPBERRIES, BLACKBERRIES, MULBERRIES,LOGANBERRIES, BLACK, WHITE OR RED CURRANTSAND GOOSEBERRIES : NOT CONTAINING AD…
08112090FRUIT AND NUTS, UNCOOKED OR COOKED BYSTEAMING OR BOILING IN WATER, FROZEN,WHETHER OR NOT CONTAINING ADDED SUGAR OROTHER SWEETENING MATTER RASPBERRIES, BLACKBERRIES, MULBERRIES,LOGANBERRIES, BLACK, WHITE OR RED CURRANTSAND GOOSEBERRIES : OTHER
081190Other
08119010FRUIT AND NUTS, UNCOOKED OR COOKED BYSTEAMING OR BOILING IN WATER, FROZEN,WHETHER OR NOT CONTAINING ADDED SUGAR OROTHER SWEETENING MATTER OTHER : CONTAINING ADDED SUGAR
08119090FRUIT AND NUTS, UNCOOKED OR COOKED BYSTEAMING OR BOILING IN WATER, FROZEN,WHETHER OR NOT CONTAINING ADDED SUGAR OROTHER SWEETENING MATTER OTHER  OTHER
0812FRUIT AND NUTS PROVISIONALLY PRESERVED, BUT UNSUITABLE IN THAT STATE FOR IMMEDIATE CONSUMPTION
081210EDIBLE FRUIT AND NUTS; PEEL OF CITRUS FRUIT OR MELONS~Fruit and nuts provisionally preserved, but unsuitable in that state for immediate consumption~Cherries
08121000FRUIT AND NUTS PROVISIONALLY PRESERVED(FOR EXAMPLE, BY SULPHUR DIOXIDE GAS,IN BRINE, IN SULPHUR WATER OR IN OTHERPRESERVATIVE SOLUTIONS), BUT UNSUITABLEIN THAT STATE FOR IMMEDIATE CONSUMPTIONCHERRIES
081290Other
08129010FRUIT AND NUTS PROVISIONALLY PRESERVED(FOR EXAMPLE, BY SULPHUR DIOXIDE GAS,IN BRINE, IN SULPHUR WATER OR IN OTHERPRESERVATIVE SOLUTIONS), BUT UNSUITABLEIN THAT STATE FOR IMMEDIATE CONSUMPTION OTHER : MANGO SLICES IN BRINE
08129090FRUIT AND NUTS PROVISIONALLY PRESERVED(FOR EXAMPLE, BY SULPHUR DIOXIDE GAS,IN BRINE, IN SULPHUR WATER OR IN OTHERPRESERVATIVE SOLUTIONS), BUT UNSUITABLEIN THAT STATE FOR IMMEDIATE CONSUMPTIONOTHER : OTHER
0813FRUIT, DRIED, OTHER THAN THAT OF HEADINGS 0801 TO 0806; MIXTURES OF NUTS OR DRIED FRUITS OF THIS CHAPTER
081310EDIBLE FRUIT AND NUTS; PEEL OF CITRUS FRUIT OR MELONS~Fruit, dried, other than that of headings 0801 to 0806; mixtures of nuts or dried fruits of this chapter~Apricots
08131000FRUIT, DRIED, OTHER THAN THAT OF HEADINGS0801 TO 0806; MIXTURES OF NUTS OR DRIEDFRUITS OF THIS CHAPTER APRICOTS
081320EDIBLE FRUIT AND NUTS; PEEL OF CITRUS FRUIT OR MELONS~Fruit, dried, other than that of headings 0801 to 0806; mixtures of nuts or dried fruits of this chapter~Prunes
08132000FRUIT, DRIED, OTHER THAN THAT OF HEADINGS0801 TO 0806; MIXTURES OF NUTS OR DRIEDFRUITS OF THIS CHAPTER PRUNES
081330EDIBLE FRUIT AND NUTS; PEEL OF CITRUS FRUIT OR MELONS~Fruit, dried, other than that of headings 0801 to 0806; mixtures of nuts or dried fruits of this chapter~Apples
08133000FRUIT, DRIED, OTHER THAN THAT OF HEADINGS0801 TO 0806; MIXTURES OF NUTS OR DRIEDFRUITS OF THIS CHAPTER APPLES
081340Other fruit
08134010FRUIT, DRIED, OTHER THAN THAT OF HEADINGS0801 TO 0806; MIXTURES OF NUTS OR DRIEDFRUITS OF THIS CHAPTEROTHER FRUIT : TAMARIND, DRIED
08134020FRUIT, DRIED, OTHER THAN THAT OF HEADINGS0801 TO 0806; MIXTURES OF NUTS OR DRIEDFRUITS OF THIS CHAPTEROTHER FRUIT : SINGODA WHOLE (WATER NUT)
08134090FRUIT, DRIED, OTHER THAN THAT OF HEADINGS0801 TO 0806; MIXTURES OF NUTS OR DRIEDFRUITS OF THIS CHAPTEROTHER FRUIT : OTHER
081350Mixtures of nuts or dried fruits of this Chapter
08135010FRUIT, DRIED, OTHER THAN THAT OF HEADINGS0801 TO 0806; MIXTURES OF NUTS OR DRIEDFRUITS OF THIS CHAPTER MIXTURES OF NUTS
08135020FRUIT, DRIED, OTHER THAN THAT OF HEADINGS0801 TO 0806; MIXTURES OF NUTS OR DRIEDFRUITS OF THIS CHAPTER MIXTURES OF DRIED FRUITS
0814PEEL OF CITRUS FRUIT OR MELONS (INCLUDING WATERMELONS), FRESH, FROZEN, DRIED OR PROVISIONALLY PRESERVED IN BRINE, IN SULPHUR WATER OR IN OTHER PRESERVATIVE SOLUTIONS
081400EDIBLE FRUIT AND NUTS; PEEL OF CITRUS FRUIT OR MELONS~Peel of citrus fruit or melons (including watermelons), fresh, frozen, dried or provisionally preserved in brine, in sulphur water or in other preservative solutions~Peel of citrus fruit or melons (in…
08140000PEEL OF CITRUS FRUIT OR MELONS (INCLUDING WATERMELONS), FRESH, FROZEN, DRIED OR PROVISIONALLY PRESERVED IN BRINE, IN SULPHUR WATER OR IN OTHER PRESERVATIVE SOLUTIONS

What are HSN Codes?

HSN codes, or Harmonized System of Nomenclature codes, are an internationally accepted and standardized system for classifying goods in trade. They were introduced by the World Customs Organization (WCO) to facilitate the systematic classification of goods across borders. In India, HSN codes are used for the systematic classification of goods for taxation purposes, particularly under the Goods and Services Tax (GST) regime.

Each HSN code consists of a series of numbers that represent different categories of goods. These codes range from two to eight digits, with each digit providing more detailed information about the product being classified. For instance, a two-digit HSN code might represent a broad category such as “textiles,” while an eight-digit code could represent a specific type of fabric.

The Structure of HSN Codes

HSN codes follow a hierarchical structure, with each code comprising a series of digits that convey specific information about the categorized goods. The codes range from 2 to 8 digits, offering varying levels of granularity in classification. Here’s a breakdown of the structure:

  • 2-Digit Level: The first two digits represent the chapter, providing a broad classification of goods into overarching categories.
  • 4-Digit Level: The first four digits denote the heading, offering a more detailed classification within each chapter.
  • 6-Digit Level: The first six digits signify the sub-heading, providing further granularity in the classification.
  • 8-Digit Level: The full eight digits represent the tariff item, offering the most detailed classification of goods.

How does the HSN code system operate?

HSN codes primarily serve dealers and traders, guiding them in product classification. Depending on specific criteria, they are required to adopt HSN codes of 2, 4, or 8 digits.

Business TurnoverRequired HSN Code Length
Less than Rs. 1.5 croresNot required
Rs. 1.5 crores to Rs. 5 crores2 digits
Above Rs. 5 crores4 digits
Import, export, and international trade8 digits

Deciphering the HSN Code

HSN StructureQuantity
Sections21
Chapters99
Headings1,244
Subheadings5,224

Each Section comprises Chapters, and each Chapter consists of Headings. Furthermore, each Heading is subdivided into Subheadings. While Section and Chapter titles delineate broad categories of goods, Headings and Subheadings offer detailed descriptions of specific products.

Discover how products are grouped and organized for trade with our easy-to-follow guide on HSN codes. The table below breaks down goods into different categories using HSN codes from Chapter 01 to Chapter 99. Each chapter covers a specific range of products, giving you insights into the wide variety of items traded worldwide. Whether you’re a business owner, importer, exporter, or just curious about how products are sorted, our table is a helpful tool for understanding how goods are classified. Dive into the details here and learn more about the world of international trade.

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Chapter 1Live Animals and Animal Products
Chapter 2Meat and Edible offal
Chapter 3Fish, Molluscs, Crustaceans, and Other Aquatic Invertebrates
Chapter 4Dairy Produce, Birds Eggs, Honey, and Unspecified Edible Animal Products
Chapter 5Miscellaneous Animal-Derived Products
Section 2. Vegetables and Vegetable Products
Chapter 6Live Trees, Plants, Bulbs, Roots, Cut Flowers, and Ornamental Foliage
Chapter 7Edible Vegetables and Certain Roots and Tubers
Chapter 8Edible Fruits and Nuts, Citrus Fruit or Melon Peel
Chapter 9Tea, Coffee, Mate, and Spices
Chapter 10Cereals
Chapter 11Milling Products, Malt, Wheat Gluten, Starches, and Inulin
Chapter 12Oilseeds and Oleaginous Fruits, Grains, Straw, Fodder, Seeds, and Fruits
Chapter 13Lac, Gum, Resin, and Other Saps and Extracts
Chapter 14Vegetable Plaiting Materials and Unspecified Vegetable Products
Section 3. Animal or Vegetable Oils, Their Cleavage Products, Waxes, and
Prepared Edible Fats
Chapter 15Animal or Vegetable Oils, Their Cleavage Products, Waxes, and Prepared
Section 4. Prepared Food, Beverages, Spirits, Tobacco and Tobacco
Substitutes
Chapter 16Preparations of Meat, Fish, Crustaceans, Molluscs, or Other Aquatic Invertebrates
Chapter 17Sugar and Sugar Confectionery
Chapter 18Cocoa and Cocoa Preparations
Chapter 19Preparations of Cereals, Starch, Flour, Milk, and Pastry Products
Chapter 20Preparations of Vegetables, Fruits, Nuts, or Plant Part
Chapter 21Miscellaneous Edible Preparations
Chapter 22Beverages, Vinegar, and Spirits
Chapter 23Residues and Food Waste, Prepared Animal Fodder
Chapter 24Tobacco and Manufactured Tobacco Substitutes
Section 5. Minerals
Chapter 25Salt, Earths, Stones, Sulphur, Plastering Materials, Lime, and Cement
Chapter 26Ores, Slag, and Ashes
Chapter 27Mineral Fuels, Mineral Oils, Products of Their Distillation, Mineral Waxes, and Bituminous Substances
Section 6. Chemical Products or of Allied Industries
Chapter 28Inorganic Chemicals, Organic Compounds of Precious Metals, Rare-Earth Metals, Radioactive Elements, or Isotopes
Chapter 29Organic Chemicals
Chapter 30Pharmaceutical Products
Chapter 31Fertilisers
Chapter 32Tanning or Dyeing Extracts, Tannins and Their Derivatives, Dyes, Pigments, and Other Colouring Matter, Varnishes and Paints, Inks, Putty, and Other Mastics
Chapter 33Essential Oils, Resinoids, Cosmetic and Toilet Preparations, Perfumery
Chapter 34Cleansing Essentials and Beyond: Navigating the World of Hygiene and Household Products (Soap, washing preparations, organic surface-active agents, lubricating
preparations, prepared waxes, artificial waxes, polishing or scouring
preparations, candles and similar items, modelling pastes, dental
preparations and dental waxes with a basis of plaster)
Chapter 35Albuminoidal Substances, Glues, Enzymes, and Modified Starches
Chapter 36Explosives, Pyrotechnic Products, Pyrophoric Alloys, Certain Combustible Preparations, and Matches
Chapter 37Photographic or Cinematographic Goods
Chapter 38Miscellaneous Chemical Products
Section 7. Plastics, Rubber, and Articles Thereof
Chapter 39Plastics and Plastic Articles
Chapter 40Rubber and Rubber Articles
Section 8. Raw Hides and Skins, Furskins and Articles Thereof, Leather,
and Related Goods
Chapter 41Raw hides and skins (other than furskins) and leather
Chapter 42Leather Goods, Travel Accessories, and Animal Gut Articles (other than silkworm
gut)
Chapter 43Furskins and artificial fur and articles thereof
Section 9. Wood and Wooden Articles, Wood Charcoal, Cork and Articles of
Cork, Basket Ware and Wickerwork, Manufacturers of Straw, Esparto or Other
Plaiting Material
Chapter 44Wood and wooden articles, wood charcoal
Chapter 45Cork and articles of cork
Chapter 46Manufactures of straw, esparto or other plaiting materials, basket ware and
wickerwork
Section 10. Pulp of Wood or Other Fibrous Cellulosic Material, Recovered
Paper or Paperboard (Waste and Scrap), Paper and Paperboard and Articles
Thereof
Chapter 47Pulp of wood or other fibrous cellulosic material, recovered paper or
paperboard (waste and scrap)
Chapter 48Paper and paperboard, articles made of paper pulp, or articles made of
paper or paperboard.
Chapter 49Printed books, pictures, newspapers, and other products of the printing
industry, typescripts, manuscripts, and plans
Section 11. Textile and Textile Articles
Chapter 50Silk and Silk Articles
Chapter 51Wool, fine or coarse animal hair, horse hair yarn and other woven fabrics
Chapter 52Cotton and Cotton Articles
Chapter 53Vegetable Textile Fibres and Paper Yarn
Chapter 54Man-Made Filaments and Strips
Chapter 55Man-made staple fibres
Chapter 56Wadding, Felt, Nonwovens, Special Yarns, Twine, Cordage, Ropes, Cables, and Related Articles
Chapter 57Carpets and other textile floor coverings
Chapter 58Special Woven Fabrics, Lace Tapestries, Tufted Textile Fabrics, Trimmings, and Embroidery
Chapter 59Impregnated, covered, coated, or laminated textile fabrics, and textile articles for industrial use
Chapter 60Knitted or crocheted fabrics
Chapter 61Articles of apparel and clothing accessories that are knitted or crocheted
Chapter 62Articles of apparel and clothing accessories not knitted or crocheted
Chapter 63Other Made-Up Textile Articles, Sets, Worn Clothing, and Textile Articles, and Rags
Section 12. Footwear, Headgear, Umbrellas, Walking Sticks and Seat Sticks,
Whips, Riding Crops and Parts Thereof, Artificial Flowers, Articles of
Human Hair, Prepared Feathers and Articles Made Thereof
Chapter 64Footwear and Parts Thereof
Chapter 65Headgear and Parts Thereof
Chapter 66Umbrellas, Sun Umbrellas, Walking Sticks, Seat Sticks, Riding Crops, and Parts Thereof, Including Whips
Chapter 67Feathers, Down, Artificial Flowers, and Hair-based Articles
Section 13. Articles Made of Stone, Plaster, Asbestos, Cement, Mica, or
Other Similar Materials, Glass and Glassware, Ceramic Products
Chapter 68Articles Made of Stone, Plaster, Cement, Asbestos, Mica, or Similar Materials
Chapter 69Ceramics and Pottery Items
Chapter 70Glass Products and Glassware Items
Section 14. Natural or Cultured Pearls, Precious Metals Clad With Precious
Metal and Articles Thereof, Precious or Semi-Precious Stones, Coins,
Imitation Jewellery
Chapter 71Natural or Cultured Pearls, Precious Metals, Metal Clad with Precious Metals, Precious or Semi-Precious Stones, Imitation Jewellery, and Coins
Section 15. Base Metal and Articles Made of Base Metal
Chapter 72Iron and Steel
Chapter 73Articles Made of Iron or Steel
Chapter 74Copper Products and Articles
Chapter 75Nickel Products and Articles
Chapter 76Aluminium Products and Articles
Chapter 77Reserved for Possible Future Use
Chapter 78Lead Products and Articles
Chapter 79Zinc Products and Articles
Chapter 80Tin Products and Articles
Chapter 81Miscellaneous Base Metals, Cermets, and Related Articles
Chapter 82Tools, Implements, Cutlery, and Parts Thereof Made of Base Metal
Chapter 83Miscellaneous Articles Made of Base Metal
Section 16. Machinery and Mechanical Appliances, Electrical Equipment and
Parts Thereof, Sound Reproducers and Recorders, Television Image and Sound
Reproducers and Recorders, and Parts and Accessories of Such Articles
Chapter 84Nuclear Reactors, Machinery, Mechanical Appliances, Boilers, and Parts Thereof
Chapter 85Electrical Machinery and Equipment, Sound Reproducers and Recorders, Television Image and Sound Reproducers and Recorders, and Parts and Accessories Thereof
Section 17. Vehicles, Aircraft, Vessels, and Associated Transport
Equipment
Chapter 86Tramway or Railway Locomotives, Track Fixtures and Fittings, Rolling Stock, and Traffic Signalling Equipment
Chapter 87Motor Vehicles and Their Components
Chapter 88Aerospace Vehicles and Their Components
Chapter 89Ships, Boats, and Floating Structures
Section 18. Optical, Photographic, Cinematographic, Checking, Measuring,
Precision, Medical or Surgical Instruments and Apparatus, Musical
Instruments, Clocks and Watches, Parts and Accessories Thereof
Chapter 90Optical, Photographic, Cinematographic, Checking, Measuring, and Precision Equipment
Chapter 91Clocks, Watches, and Parts Thereof
Chapter 92Musical Instruments and Accessories
Section 19. Arms and Ammunition, Parts and Accessories Thereof
Chapter 93Arms, Ammunition, and Accessories
Section 20. Miscellaneous Manufactured Articles
Chapter 94Furniture, Mattresses, Bedding, Lamps, and Prefabricated Buildings
Chapter 95Toys, Games, and Sporting Goods
Chapter 96Miscellaneous Manufactured Products
Section 21. Works of Art, Collectors, Pieces and Antiques
Chapter 97Works of Art, Collectors Items, and Antiques
Chapter 98Project Imports, Laboratory Chemicals, Personal Imports by Air or Post, Passenger’s Baggage, Ship Stores
Chapter 99Classification of Services

HSN Code FAQ

FAQAnswer
What is an HSN code?An HSN (Harmonized System of Nomenclature) code is a standardized numerical system used to classify goods traded internationally.
Why are HSN codes important for businesses?HSN codes streamline product classification, aid in international trade documentation, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
How are HSN codes used in international trade?HSN codes classify goods for customs clearance, tariff determination, and statistical analysis in international trade transactions.
How do I find the correct HSN code for my product?You can find the correct HSN code by consulting official lists provided by government agencies or using online databases.
Do I need to use HSN codes for all my products?While not mandatory for all products, using HSN codes can enhance efficiency, transparency, and compliance with trade regulations.
What is the difference between HSN codes and SAC codes?HSN codes classify goods, whereas SAC codes classify services.
Are HSN codes the same worldwide?HSN codes are harmonized internationally but may have slight variations or additional sub-classifications in some countries.
How often are HSN codes updated or revised?HSN codes undergo periodic updates to accommodate changes in trade practices, technological advancements, and emerging industries.
Can HSN codes change for the same product over time?Yes, HSN codes may change for the same product due to modifications in composition, functionality, or classification criteria.
Do I need to include HSN codes on my invoices?In many countries, it is mandatory to include HSN codes on invoices, especially for international transactions, to ensure accurate record-keeping and compliance.
How can I update my product’s HSN code if it changes?You can update your product’s HSN code by referring to the latest HSN code lists provided by government agencies or seeking guidance from trade experts.
Can HSN codes be different for similar products?HSN codes can vary for similar products based on factors such as composition, intended use, and manufacturing process.
Are there penalties for incorrect HSN code classification?Incorrect classification of HSN codes can lead to customs delays, penalties, and legal consequences. It is essential to ensure accurate classification to avoid such issues.
Can HSN codes be used for domestic sales as well?While primarily used for international trade, HSN codes can also be utilized for domestic sales to streamline tax calculations and reporting.
Are there specialized HSN codes for specific industries?Yes, some industries may have specialized HSN codes to cater to unique products or sectors with distinct classification requirements.
How can I verify the accuracy of my product’s HSN code?You can verify the accuracy of your product’s HSN code by cross-referencing it with official HSN code lists, consulting trade experts, or seeking guidance from customs authorities.
Can HSN codes help in analyzing market trends?Yes, HSN codes provide valuable data for analyzing market trends, identifying demand patterns, and understanding trade dynamics within specific product categories.
Are there HSN codes for digital products and services?Yes, there are HSN codes for digital products and services, which are classified based on their nature, usage, and delivery method.
How are HSN codes different from tariff codes?While both serve to classify goods, HSN codes are used internationally, whereas tariff codes may vary by country and are primarily used for customs duty calculations.
Can HSN codes be used for tax exemption purposes?Yes, HSN codes play a crucial role in determining tax rates and exemptions, especially in GST (Goods and Services Tax) regimes, where they are used for tax classification.
Do HSN codes apply to raw materials as well?Yes, HSN codes apply to raw materials, intermediate products, and finished goods, providing a comprehensive classification system for all types of goods.
How can I update my product’s HSN code if it changes?You can update your product’s HSN code by referring to the latest HSN code lists provided by government agencies or seeking guidance from trade experts.
Can HSN codes be different for similar products?HSN codes can vary for similar products based on factors such as composition, intended use, and manufacturing process.
Are there penalties for incorrect HSN code classification?Incorrect classification of HSN codes can lead to customs delays, penalties, and legal consequences. It is essential to ensure accurate classification to avoid such issues.
Can HSN codes be used for domestic sales as well?While primarily used for international trade, HSN codes can also be utilized for domestic sales to streamline tax calculations and reporting.

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