0402Heading (4-digit)Section I

HSN Code 0402 – Milk And Cream, Concentrated Or Containing Added Sugar Or Other Sweetening Matter

Full GST classification for Milk And Cream, Concentrated Or 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

0402

Chapter

04

Digits

4-digit

Section

I

What is HSN Code 0402?

HSN code 0402 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Milk And Cream, Concentrated Or 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, concentrated or containing added sugar or other sweetening matter must quote HSN 0402 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 0402

LevelCodeDescription
Chapter04dairy produce; birds' eggs; natural honey; edible products of animal origin, not elsewhere specified or included
Heading0402milk and cream, concentrated or containing added sugar or other sweetening matter

GST rate for HSN 0402

Goods under HSN 0402 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 0402 — FAQs

What is HSN code 0402?

HSN code 0402 classifies "Milk And Cream, Concentrated Or 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 0402?

0402 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 0402?

Goods under HSN 0402 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, Concentrated Or Containing Added Sugar Or Other Sweetening Matter.

Which chapter does HSN code 0402 belong to?

HSN 0402 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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