091010Sub-heading (6-digit)Section II

HSN Code 091010 – Ginger, Saffron, Turmeric (Curcuma), Thyme, Bay Leaves, Curry And Other Spices

Full GST classification for Ginger, Saffron, Turmeric (Curcuma), Thyme, Bay Leaves, Curry And Other Spices — chapter, heading and tariff hierarchy, GST rate slabs and related HSN codes. Updated for India GST.

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HSN Code

091010

Chapter

09

Digits

6-digit

Section

II

What is HSN Code 091010?

HSN code 091010 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Ginger, Saffron, Turmeric (Curcuma), Thyme, Bay Leaves, Curry And Other Spices 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 ginger, saffron, turmeric (curcuma), thyme, bay leaves, curry and other spices must quote HSN 091010 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 091010

LevelCodeDescription
Chapter09coffee, tea, mate and spices
Heading0910ginger, saffron, turmeric (curcuma), thyme, bay leaves, curry and other spices
Sub-heading091010ginger

GST rate for HSN 091010

Goods under HSN 091010 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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Related HSN codes

HSN CodeDescription
091011neither crushed nor ground:
091012crushed or ground:
091020saffron :
091030turmeric (curcuma):
09104010ginger, saffron, turmeric (curcuma), thyme, bay leaves, curry and other spices thyme; bay `leaves : tejpat (leaves of cassia lignea)
09104020ginger, saffron, turmeric (curcuma), thyme, bay leaves, curry and other spices thyme; bay leaves : thymes, not elsewhere specified or included
09104030ginger, saffron, turmeric (curcuma), thyme, bay leaves, curry and other spices thyme; bay leaves : bay leaves, not elsewhere specified or included
09105000ginger, saffron, turmeric (curcuma), thyme, bay leaves, curry and other spices curry
091091mixtures referred to in note 1(b) to this chapter
091099other :

HSN Code 091010 — FAQs

What is HSN code 091010?

HSN code 091010 classifies "Ginger, Saffron, Turmeric (Curcuma), Thyme, Bay Leaves, Curry And Other 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 091010?

091010 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 091010?

Goods under HSN 091010 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 Ginger, Saffron, Turmeric (Curcuma), Thyme, Bay Leaves, Curry And Other Spices.

Which chapter does HSN code 091010 belong to?

HSN 091010 belongs to Chapter 09 — Coffee, Tea, Mate And Spices, part of Section II: Vegetable Products.

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