HSN Code 08 – Edible Fruit And Nuts; Peel Of Citrus Fruit Or Melons

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Chapter

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What is HSN Code 08?

HSN code 08 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Edible Fruit And Nuts; Peel Of Citrus Fruit Or Melons under India's Goods and Services Tax (GST). It is a 2-digit code sitting at the chapter (2-digit) level of the HSN hierarchy.

This code belongs to Chapter 08 — Edible Fruit And Nuts; Peel Of Citrus Fruit Or Melons, which is part of Section II: Vegetable Products. Every GST-registered business supplying edible fruit and nuts; peel of citrus fruit or melons must quote HSN 08 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 08

Level	Code	Description
Chapter	08	edible fruit and nuts; peel of citrus fruit or melons

GST rate for HSN 08

Goods under HSN 08 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.

Nil / Exempt

Fresh produce, milk, cereals, books

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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Sub-codes under this classification

HSN Code	Description
0801	coconuts, brazil nuts and cashew nuts, fresh or dried, whether or not shelled or peeled
0802	other nuts, fresh or dried, whether or not shelled or peeled
0803	bananas, including plantains, fresh or dried
0804	dates, figs, pineapples, avocados, guavas, mangoes, and mangosteens, fresh or dried
0805	citrus fruit, fresh or dried
0806	grapes, fresh or dried
0807	melons (including watermelons) and papaws (papayas), fresh
0808	apples, pears and quinces, fresh
0809	apricots, cherries, peaches (including nectarines), plums and sloes, fresh
0810	other fruit, fresh
0811	fruit and nuts, uncooked or cooked by steaming or boiling in water, frozen, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter
0812	fruit and nuts provisionally preserved, but unsuitable in that state for immediate consumption
0813	fruit, dried, other than that of headings 0801 to 0806; mixtures of nuts or dried fruits of this chapter
0814	peel of citrus fruit or melons (including watermelons), fresh, frozen, dried or provisionally preserved in brine, in sulphur water or in other preservative solutions

HSN Code 08 — FAQs

What is HSN code 08?

HSN code 08 classifies "Edible Fruit And Nuts; Peel Of Citrus Fruit Or Melons" under India's GST regime. It falls under Chapter 08 (Edible Fruit And Nuts; Peel Of Citrus Fruit Or Melons) of the Harmonized System of Nomenclature.

How many digits is HSN code 08?

08 is a 2-digit HSN code — a chapter (2-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 08?

Goods under HSN 08 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 Edible Fruit And Nuts; Peel Of Citrus Fruit Or Melons.

Which chapter does HSN code 08 belong to?

HSN 08 belongs to Chapter 08 — Edible Fruit And Nuts; Peel Of Citrus Fruit Or Melons, part of Section II: Vegetable Products.

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