HSN Code 0208 – Meat And Edible Meat Offal

HSN Code

0208

Chapter

Digits

4-digit

Section

What is HSN Code 0208?

HSN code 0208 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Meat And Edible Meat Offal 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 and edible meat offal must quote HSN 0208 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 0208

Level	Code	Description
Chapter	02	meat and edible meat offal
Heading	0208	other meat and edible meat offal, fresh, chilled or frozen

GST rate for HSN 0208

Goods under HSN 0208 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
020810	of rabbits or hares
02082000	other meat and edible meat offal, fresh, chilled or frozen frogr legs
020830	of primates
020840	of whales, dolphines and porpoises (mammals of the order cetacea), of manatees and dugongs (mammals of the order sirenia), of seals, sea lions and walruses (mammals of the sub-order pinnipedia)
020850	of reptiles (including snakes and turtles)
020860	of camels and other camelids (camelidae)
020890	other :

HSN Code 0208 — FAQs

What is HSN code 0208?

HSN code 0208 classifies "Meat And Edible Meat Offal" 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 0208?

0208 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 0208?

Goods under HSN 0208 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 And Edible Meat Offal.

Which chapter does HSN code 0208 belong to?

HSN 0208 belongs to Chapter 02 — Meat And Edible Meat Offal, part of Section I: Live Animals & Animal Products.

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