0903Heading (4-digit)Section II

HSN Code 0903Coffee, Tea, Mate And Spices

Full GST classification for Coffee, Tea, Mate And Spices — chapter, heading and tariff hierarchy, GST rate slabs and related HSN codes. Updated for India GST.

HSN Code

0903

Chapter

09

Digits

4-digit

Section

II

What is HSN Code 0903?

HSN code 0903 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Coffee, Tea, Mate And Spices 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 coffee, tea, mate and spices must quote HSN 0903 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 0903

LevelCodeDescription
Chapter09coffee, tea, mate and spices
Heading0903mate

GST rate for HSN 0903

Goods under HSN 0903 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

Find the exact GST rate for Coffee, Tea, Mate And Spices

Sub-codes under this classification

HSN CodeDescription
090300mate

HSN Code 0903 — FAQs

What is HSN code 0903?

HSN code 0903 classifies "Coffee, Tea, Mate And Spices" 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 0903?

0903 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 0903?

Goods under HSN 0903 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 Coffee, Tea, Mate And Spices.

Which chapter does HSN code 0903 belong to?

HSN 0903 belongs to Chapter 09 — Coffee, Tea, Mate And Spices, part of Section II: Vegetable Products.

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