0201Heading (4-digit)Section I

HSN Code 0201 – Meat Of Bovine Animals, Fresh Or Chilled

Full GST classification for Meat Of Bovine Animals, Fresh Or Chilled — chapter, heading and tariff hierarchy, GST rate slabs and related HSN codes. Updated for India GST.

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HSN Code

0201

Chapter

02

Digits

4-digit

Section

I

What is HSN Code 0201?

HSN code 0201 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Meat Of Bovine Animals, Fresh Or Chilled under India's Goods and Services Tax (GST). It is a 4-digit code sitting at the heading (4-digit) level of the HSN hierarchy.

This code belongs to Chapter 02 — Meat And Edible Meat Offal, which is part of Section I: Live Animals & Animal Products. Every GST-registered business supplying meat of bovine animals, fresh or chilled must quote HSN 0201 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 0201

LevelCodeDescription
Chapter02meat and edible meat offal
Heading0201meat of bovine animals, fresh or chilled

GST rate for HSN 0201

Goods under HSN 0201 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 0201 — FAQs

What is HSN code 0201?

HSN code 0201 classifies "Meat Of Bovine Animals, Fresh Or Chilled" under India's GST regime. It falls under Chapter 02 (Meat And Edible Meat Offal) of the Harmonized System of Nomenclature.

How many digits is HSN code 0201?

0201 is a 4-digit HSN code — a heading (4-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 0201?

Goods under HSN 0201 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 Meat Of Bovine Animals, Fresh Or Chilled.

Which chapter does HSN code 0201 belong to?

HSN 0201 belongs to Chapter 02 — Meat And Edible Meat Offal, part of Section I: Live Animals & Animal Products.

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