HSN Code 0204 – Meat Of Sheep Or Goats, Fresh, Chilled Or Frozen

HSN Code

0204

Chapter

Digits

4-digit

Section

What is HSN Code 0204?

HSN code 0204 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Meat Of Sheep Or Goats, Fresh, Chilled Or Frozen 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 sheep or goats, fresh, chilled or frozen must quote HSN 0204 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 0204

Level	Code	Description
Chapter	02	meat and edible meat offal
Heading	0204	meat of sheep or goats, fresh, chilled or frozen

GST rate for HSN 0204

Goods under HSN 0204 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.

Nil / Exempt

Fresh produce, milk, cereals, books

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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Sub-codes under this classification

HSN Code	Description
020410	carcases and half-carcases of lamb, fresh or chilled
020420	other meat of sheep, fresh or chilled
020421	carcasses and half-carcasses
020422	other cuts with bone in
020423	boneless
020430	carcasses and half-carcasses of lamb, frozen
020441	carcasses and half-carcasses
020442	other cuts with bone in
020443	boneless
020450	meat of goats

HSN Code 0204 — FAQs

What is HSN code 0204?

HSN code 0204 classifies "Meat Of Sheep Or Goats, Fresh, Chilled Or Frozen" 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 0204?

0204 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 0204?

Goods under HSN 0204 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 Sheep Or Goats, Fresh, Chilled Or Frozen.

Which chapter does HSN code 0204 belong to?

HSN 0204 belongs to Chapter 02 — Meat And Edible Meat Offal, part of Section I: Live Animals & Animal Products.

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