010612Sub-heading (6-digit)Section I

HSN Code 010612 – Whales, Dolphins And Porpoises (Mammals Of The Order Cetacea), Manatees And Dugongs…

Full GST classification for Whales, Dolphins And Porpoises (Mammals Of The Order Cetacea), Manatees And Dugongs… — chapter, heading and tariff hierarchy, GST rate slabs and related HSN codes. Updated for India GST.

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HSN Code

010612

Chapter

01

Digits

6-digit

Section

I

What is HSN Code 010612?

HSN code 010612 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Whales, Dolphins And Porpoises (Mammals Of The Order Cetacea), Manatees And Dugongs… under India's Goods and Services Tax (GST). It is a 6-digit code sitting at the sub-heading (6-digit) level of the HSN hierarchy.

This code belongs to Chapter 01 — Live Animals, which is part of Section I: Live Animals & Animal Products. Every GST-registered business supplying whales, dolphins and porpoises (mammals of the order cetacea), manatees and dugongs… must quote HSN 010612 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 010612

LevelCodeDescription
Chapter01live animals
Heading0106other live animals.
Sub-heading010612whales, dolphins and porpoises (mammals of the order cetacea), manatees and dugongs (mammals of the order sirenia), seals, sea lions and walruses (mammals of the suborder pinnipedia)

GST rate for HSN 010612

Goods under HSN 010612 attract GST at one of the five standard slabs. The exact rate depends on the specific product and the latest GST Council notification — always confirm before invoicing.

0%

Nil / Exempt

Fresh produce, milk, cereals, books

5%

Merit rate

Essentials, packaged food, transport

12%

Standard-low

Processed food, mobiles, apparel > ₹1,000

18%

Standard

Most goods, electronics, services

28%

Demerit / luxury

Cars, cement, aerated drinks, tobacco

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HSN Code 010612 — FAQs

What is HSN code 010612?

HSN code 010612 classifies "Whales, Dolphins And Porpoises (Mammals Of The Order Cetacea), Manatees And Dugongs…" under India's GST regime. It falls under Chapter 01 (Live Animals) of the Harmonized System of Nomenclature.

How many digits is HSN code 010612?

010612 is a 6-digit HSN code — a sub-heading (6-digit). Businesses declare 4-digit HSN (turnover up to ₹5 crore) or 6-digit HSN (above ₹5 crore) on GST invoices; 8-digit codes are used for exports and imports.

What is the GST rate for HSN code 010612?

Goods under HSN 010612 are taxed at one of the GST slabs — 0%, 5%, 12%, 18% or 28% — depending on the exact product and the latest GST Council notification. Use the Laabam.One GST Rate Finder to confirm the current rate for Whales, Dolphins And Porpoises (Mammals Of The Order Cetacea), Manatees And Dugongs….

Which chapter does HSN code 010612 belong to?

HSN 010612 belongs to Chapter 01 — Live Animals, part of Section I: Live Animals & Animal Products.

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