0503Heading (4-digit)Section I

HSN Code 0503 – Products Of Animal Origin, Not Elsewhere Specified Or Included

Full GST classification for Products Of Animal Origin, Not Elsewhere Specified Or Included — chapter, heading and tariff hierarchy, GST rate slabs and related HSN codes. Updated for India GST.

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HSN Code

0503

Chapter

05

Digits

4-digit

Section

I

What is HSN Code 0503?

HSN code 0503 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Products Of Animal Origin, Not Elsewhere Specified Or Included 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 05 — Products Of Animal Origin, Not Elsewhere Specified Or Included, which is part of Section I: Live Animals & Animal Products. Every GST-registered business supplying products of animal origin, not elsewhere specified or included must quote HSN 0503 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 0503

LevelCodeDescription
Chapter05products of animal origin, not elsewhere specified or included
Heading0503-

GST rate for HSN 0503

Goods under HSN 0503 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 0503 — FAQs

What is HSN code 0503?

HSN code 0503 classifies "Products Of Animal Origin, Not Elsewhere Specified Or Included" under India's GST regime. It falls under Chapter 05 (Products Of Animal Origin, Not Elsewhere Specified Or Included) of the Harmonized System of Nomenclature.

How many digits is HSN code 0503?

0503 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 0503?

Goods under HSN 0503 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 Products Of Animal Origin, Not Elsewhere Specified Or Included.

Which chapter does HSN code 0503 belong to?

HSN 0503 belongs to Chapter 05 — Products Of Animal Origin, Not Elsewhere Specified Or Included, part of Section I: Live Animals & Animal Products.

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