04079000Tariff Item (8-digit)Section I

HSN Code 04079000 – Birds' Eggs, In Shell, Fresh, Preserved Or Cooked

Full GST classification for Birds' Eggs, In Shell, Fresh, Preserved Or Cooked — chapter, heading and tariff hierarchy, GST rate slabs and related HSN codes. Updated for India GST.

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HSN Code

04079000

Chapter

04

Digits

8-digit

Section

I

What is HSN Code 04079000?

HSN code 04079000 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Birds' Eggs, In Shell, Fresh, Preserved Or Cooked 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 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 birds' eggs, in shell, fresh, preserved or cooked must quote HSN 04079000 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 04079000

LevelCodeDescription
Chapter04dairy produce; birds' eggs; natural honey; edible products of animal origin, not elsewhere specified or included
Heading0407birds' eggs, in shell, fresh, preserved or cooked
Sub-heading040790other
Tariff04079000other

GST rate for HSN 04079000

Goods under HSN 04079000 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 04079000 — FAQs

What is HSN code 04079000?

HSN code 04079000 classifies "Birds' Eggs, In Shell, Fresh, Preserved Or Cooked" 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 04079000?

04079000 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 04079000?

Goods under HSN 04079000 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 Birds' Eggs, In Shell, Fresh, Preserved Or Cooked.

Which chapter does HSN code 04079000 belong to?

HSN 04079000 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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