04090000Tariff Item (8-digit)Section I

HSN Code 04090000 – Natural Honey

Full GST classification for Natural Honey — chapter, heading and tariff hierarchy, GST rate slabs and related HSN codes. Updated for India GST.

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HSN Code

04090000

Chapter

04

Digits

8-digit

Section

I

What is HSN Code 04090000?

HSN code 04090000 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Natural Honey 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 natural honey must quote HSN 04090000 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 04090000

LevelCodeDescription
Chapter04dairy produce; birds' eggs; natural honey; edible products of animal origin, not elsewhere specified or included
Heading0409natural honey
Sub-heading040900natural honey
Tariff04090000natural honey

GST rate for HSN 04090000

Goods under HSN 04090000 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 04090000 — FAQs

What is HSN code 04090000?

HSN code 04090000 classifies "Natural Honey" 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 04090000?

04090000 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 04090000?

Goods under HSN 04090000 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 Natural Honey.

Which chapter does HSN code 04090000 belong to?

HSN 04090000 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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