03061720Tariff Item (8-digit)Section I

HSN Code 03061720 – Vannamei Shrimp (Litopenaeus Vannamei)

Full GST classification for Vannamei Shrimp (Litopenaeus Vannamei) — chapter, heading and tariff hierarchy, GST rate slabs and related HSN codes. Updated for India GST.

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HSN Code

03061720

Chapter

03

Digits

8-digit

Section

I

What is HSN Code 03061720?

HSN code 03061720 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Vannamei Shrimp (Litopenaeus Vannamei) 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 vannamei shrimp (litopenaeus vannamei) must quote HSN 03061720 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 03061720

LevelCodeDescription
Chapter03fish and crustaceans, molluscs and other aquatic invertebrates
Heading0306crustaceans, whether in shell or not, live, fresh, chilled, frozen, dried, salted or in brine; smoked crustaceans, whether in shell or not, whether or not cooked before or during the smoking process; crustaceans, in shell, cooked by steaming or by boiling in water, whether or not chilled, frozen, dried, salted or in brine
Sub-heading030617other shrimps and prawns:
Tariff03061720vannamei shrimp (litopenaeus vannamei)

GST rate for HSN 03061720

Goods under HSN 03061720 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 03061720 — FAQs

What is HSN code 03061720?

HSN code 03061720 classifies "Vannamei Shrimp (Litopenaeus Vannamei)" 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 03061720?

03061720 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 03061720?

Goods under HSN 03061720 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 Vannamei Shrimp (Litopenaeus Vannamei).

Which chapter does HSN code 03061720 belong to?

HSN 03061720 belongs to Chapter 03 — Fish And Crustaceans, Molluscs And Other Aquatic Invertebrates, part of Section I: Live Animals & Animal Products.

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