020500Sub-heading (6-digit)Section I

HSN Code 020500 – Meat Of Horses, Asses, Mules Or Hinnes, Fresh, Chilled Or Frozen

Full GST classification for Meat Of Horses, Asses, Mules Or Hinnes, Fresh, Chilled Or Frozen — chapter, heading and tariff hierarchy, GST rate slabs and related HSN codes. Updated for India GST.

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HSN Code

020500

Chapter

02

Digits

6-digit

Section

I

What is HSN Code 020500?

HSN code 020500 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Meat Of Horses, Asses, Mules Or Hinnes, Fresh, Chilled Or Frozen 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 02 — Meat And Edible Meat Offal, which is part of Section I: Live Animals & Animal Products. Every GST-registered business supplying meat of horses, asses, mules or hinnes, fresh, chilled or frozen must quote HSN 020500 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 020500

LevelCodeDescription
Chapter02meat and edible meat offal
Heading0205meat of horses, asses, mules or hinnies, fresh, chilled or frozen
Sub-heading020500meat of horses, asses, mules or hinnes, fresh, chilled or frozen

GST rate for HSN 020500

Goods under HSN 020500 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 020500 — FAQs

What is HSN code 020500?

HSN code 020500 classifies "Meat Of Horses, Asses, Mules Or Hinnes, 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 020500?

020500 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 020500?

Goods under HSN 020500 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 Horses, Asses, Mules Or Hinnes, Fresh, Chilled Or Frozen.

Which chapter does HSN code 020500 belong to?

HSN 020500 belongs to Chapter 02 — Meat And Edible Meat Offal, part of Section I: Live Animals & Animal Products.

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