0401Heading (4-digit)Section I

HSN Code 0401 – Milk And Cream, Not Concentrated Nor Containing Added Sugar Or Other Sweetening Matter

Full GST classification for Milk And Cream, Not Concentrated Nor Containing Added Sugar Or Other Sweetening Matter — chapter, heading and tariff hierarchy, GST rate slabs and related HSN codes. Updated for India GST.

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HSN Code

0401

Chapter

04

Digits

4-digit

Section

I

What is HSN Code 0401?

HSN code 0401 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Milk And Cream, Not Concentrated Nor Containing Added Sugar Or Other Sweetening Matter 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 04 — Dairy Produce; Birds' Eggs; Natural Honey; Edible Products Of Animal…, which is part of Section I: Live Animals & Animal Products. Every GST-registered business supplying milk and cream, not concentrated nor containing added sugar or other sweetening matter must quote HSN 0401 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 0401

LevelCodeDescription
Chapter04dairy produce; birds' eggs; natural honey; edible products of animal origin, not elsewhere specified or included
Heading0401milk and cream, not concentrated nor containing added sugar or other sweetening matter

GST rate for HSN 0401

Goods under HSN 0401 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 0401 — FAQs

What is HSN code 0401?

HSN code 0401 classifies "Milk And Cream, Not Concentrated Nor Containing Added Sugar Or Other Sweetening Matter" under India's GST regime. It falls under Chapter 04 (Dairy Produce; Birds' Eggs; Natural Honey; Edible Products Of Animal…) of the Harmonized System of Nomenclature.

How many digits is HSN code 0401?

0401 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 0401?

Goods under HSN 0401 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 Milk And Cream, Not Concentrated Nor Containing Added Sugar Or Other Sweetening Matter.

Which chapter does HSN code 0401 belong to?

HSN 0401 belongs to Chapter 04 — Dairy Produce; Birds' Eggs; Natural Honey; Edible Products Of Animal…, part of Section I: Live Animals & Animal Products.

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