08071990Tariff Item (8-digit)Section II

HSN Code 08071990 – Melons (Including Watermelons) And Papaws (Papayas), Fresh

Full GST classification for Melons (Including Watermelons) And Papaws (Papayas), Fresh — chapter, heading and tariff hierarchy, GST rate slabs and related HSN codes. Updated for India GST.

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HSN Code

08071990

Chapter

08

Digits

8-digit

Section

II

What is HSN Code 08071990?

HSN code 08071990 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Melons (Including Watermelons) And Papaws (Papayas), Fresh 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 08 — Edible Fruit And Nuts; Peel Of Citrus Fruit Or Melons, which is part of Section II: Vegetable Products. Every GST-registered business supplying melons (including watermelons) and papaws (papayas), fresh must quote HSN 08071990 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 08071990

LevelCodeDescription
Chapter08edible fruit and nuts; peel of citrus fruit or melons
Heading0807melons (including watermelons) and papaws (papayas), fresh
Sub-heading080719other:
Tariff08071990other

GST rate for HSN 08071990

Goods under HSN 08071990 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 08071990 — FAQs

What is HSN code 08071990?

HSN code 08071990 classifies "Melons (Including Watermelons) And Papaws (Papayas), Fresh" 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 08071990?

08071990 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 08071990?

Goods under HSN 08071990 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 Melons (Including Watermelons) And Papaws (Papayas), Fresh.

Which chapter does HSN code 08071990 belong to?

HSN 08071990 belongs to Chapter 08 — Edible Fruit And Nuts; Peel Of Citrus Fruit Or Melons, part of Section II: Vegetable Products.

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