03038980Tariff Item (8-digit)Section I

HSN Code 03038980 – Croakers, Groupers And Flounders

Full GST classification for Croakers, Groupers And Flounders — chapter, heading and tariff hierarchy, GST rate slabs and related HSN codes. Updated for India GST.

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HSN Code

03038980

Chapter

03

Digits

8-digit

Section

I

What is HSN Code 03038980?

HSN code 03038980 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Croakers, Groupers And Flounders under India's Goods and Services Tax (GST). It is a 8-digit code sitting at the tariff item (8-digit) level of the HSN hierarchy.

This code belongs to Chapter 03 — Fish And Crustaceans, Molluscs And Other Aquatic Invertebrates, which is part of Section I: Live Animals & Animal Products. Every GST-registered business supplying croakers, groupers and flounders must quote HSN 03038980 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 03038980

LevelCodeDescription
Chapter03fish and crustaceans, molluscs and other aquatic invertebrates
Heading0303fish, frozen, excluding fish fillets and other fish meat of heading 0303
Sub-heading030389other:
Tariff03038980croakers, groupers and flounders

GST rate for HSN 03038980

Goods under HSN 03038980 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 03038980 — FAQs

What is HSN code 03038980?

HSN code 03038980 classifies "Croakers, Groupers And Flounders" under India's GST regime. It falls under Chapter 03 (Fish And Crustaceans, Molluscs And Other Aquatic Invertebrates) of the Harmonized System of Nomenclature.

How many digits is HSN code 03038980?

03038980 is a 8-digit HSN code — a tariff item (8-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 03038980?

Goods under HSN 03038980 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 Croakers, Groupers And Flounders.

Which chapter does HSN code 03038980 belong to?

HSN 03038980 belongs to Chapter 03 — Fish And Crustaceans, Molluscs And Other Aquatic Invertebrates, part of Section I: Live Animals & Animal Products.

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