Full GST classification for Grain Sorghum — chapter, heading and tariff hierarchy, GST rate slabs and related HSN codes. Updated for India GST.
HSN Code
10079000
Chapter
10
Digits
8-digit
Section
II
HSN code 10079000 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Grain Sorghum 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 10 — Cereals, which is part of Section II: Vegetable Products. Every GST-registered business supplying grain sorghum must quote HSN 10079000 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.
Goods under HSN 10079000 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
HSN code 10079000 classifies "Grain Sorghum" under India's GST regime. It falls under Chapter 10 (Cereals) of the Harmonized System of Nomenclature.
10079000 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.
Goods under HSN 10079000 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 Grain Sorghum.
HSN 10079000 belongs to Chapter 10 — Cereals, part of Section II: Vegetable Products.
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