12072010Tariff Item (8-digit)Section II

HSN Code 12072010 – Cotton Seeds

Full GST classification for Cotton Seeds — chapter, heading and tariff hierarchy, GST rate slabs and related HSN codes. Updated for India GST.

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HSN Code

12072010

Chapter

12

Digits

8-digit

Section

II

What is HSN Code 12072010?

HSN code 12072010 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Cotton Seeds 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 12 — Oil Seeds And Oleaginous Fruits, Miscellaneous Grains, Seeds And…, which is part of Section II: Vegetable Products. Every GST-registered business supplying cotton seeds must quote HSN 12072010 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 12072010

LevelCodeDescription
Chapter12oil seeds and oleaginous fruits, miscellaneous grains, seeds and fruit; industrial or medicinal plants; straw and fodder
Heading1207other oil seeds and oleaginous fruits, whether or not broken
Sub-heading120720cotton seeds
Tariff12072010other oil seeds and oleaginous fruits, whether or not broken cotton seeds : of seed quality

GST rate for HSN 12072010

Goods under HSN 12072010 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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HSN Code 12072010 — FAQs

What is HSN code 12072010?

HSN code 12072010 classifies "Cotton Seeds" under India's GST regime. It falls under Chapter 12 (Oil Seeds And Oleaginous Fruits, Miscellaneous Grains, Seeds And…) of the Harmonized System of Nomenclature.

How many digits is HSN code 12072010?

12072010 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.

What is the GST rate for HSN code 12072010?

Goods under HSN 12072010 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 Cotton Seeds.

Which chapter does HSN code 12072010 belong to?

HSN 12072010 belongs to Chapter 12 — Oil Seeds And Oleaginous Fruits, Miscellaneous Grains, Seeds And…, part of Section II: Vegetable Products.

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