HSN Code 0902 – Tea, Whether Or Not Flavoured

HSN Code

0902

Chapter

Digits

4-digit

Section

What is HSN Code 0902?

HSN code 0902 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Tea, Whether Or Not Flavoured 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 09 — Coffee, Tea, Mate And Spices, which is part of Section II: Vegetable Products. Every GST-registered business supplying tea, whether or not flavoured must quote HSN 0902 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 0902

Level	Code	Description
Chapter	09	coffee, tea, mate and spices
Heading	0902	tea, whether or not flavoured

GST rate for HSN 0902

Goods under HSN 0902 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
090210	green tea (not fermented) in immediate packings of a content not exceeding 2
090220	other green tea (not fermented):
090230	black tea (fermented) and partly fermented tea, in immediate packings of a content not exceeding 3 kg. :
090240	other black tea (fermented) and other partly fermented tea :

HSN Code 0902 — FAQs

What is HSN code 0902?

HSN code 0902 classifies "Tea, Whether Or Not Flavoured" under India's GST regime. It falls under Chapter 09 (Coffee, Tea, Mate And Spices) of the Harmonized System of Nomenclature.

How many digits is HSN code 0902?

0902 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 0902?

Goods under HSN 0902 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 Tea, Whether Or Not Flavoured.

Which chapter does HSN code 0902 belong to?

HSN 0902 belongs to Chapter 09 — Coffee, Tea, Mate And Spices, part of Section II: Vegetable Products.

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