HSN Code 090940 – Seeds Of Caraway

HSN Code

090940

Chapter

Digits

6-digit

Section

What is HSN Code 090940?

HSN code 090940 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Seeds Of Caraway under India's Goods and Services Tax (GST). It is a 6-digit code sitting at the sub-heading (6-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 seeds of caraway must quote HSN 090940 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 090940

Level	Code	Description
Chapter	09	coffee, tea, mate and spices
Heading	0909	seeds of anise, badian, fennel, coriander, cumin or caraway, juniper berries
Sub-heading	090940	seeds of caraway

GST rate for HSN 090940

Goods under HSN 090940 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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Related HSN codes

HSN Code	Description
090910	seeds of anise or badian
090920	seeds of coriander
090921	neither crushed nor ground :
090922	crushed or ground
090930	seeds of cumin
090931	neither crushed nor ground :
090932	crushed or ground
090950	seeds of fennel; juniper berries
090961	neither crushed nor ground :
090962	crushed or ground :

HSN Code 090940 — FAQs

What is HSN code 090940?

HSN code 090940 classifies "Seeds Of Caraway" 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 090940?

090940 is a 6-digit HSN code — a sub-heading (6-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 090940?

Goods under HSN 090940 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 Seeds Of Caraway.

Which chapter does HSN code 090940 belong to?

HSN 090940 belongs to Chapter 09 — Coffee, Tea, Mate And Spices, part of Section II: Vegetable Products.

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