1212Heading (4-digit)Section II

HSN Code 1212 – Locust Beans, Seaweeds And Other Algae, Sugar Beet And Sugarcane, Fresh, Chilled, Frozen…

Full GST classification for Locust Beans, Seaweeds And Other Algae, Sugar Beet And Sugarcane, Fresh, Chilled, Frozen… — chapter, heading and tariff hierarchy, GST rate slabs and related HSN codes. Updated for India GST.

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HSN Code

1212

Chapter

12

Digits

4-digit

Section

II

What is HSN Code 1212?

HSN code 1212 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Locust Beans, Seaweeds And Other Algae, Sugar Beet And Sugarcane, Fresh, Chilled, Frozen… 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 12 — Oil Seeds And Oleaginous Fruits, Miscellaneous Grains, Seeds And…, which is part of Section II: Vegetable Products. Every GST-registered business supplying locust beans, seaweeds and other algae, sugar beet and sugarcane, fresh, chilled, frozen… must quote HSN 1212 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 1212

LevelCodeDescription
Chapter12oil seeds and oleaginous fruits, miscellaneous grains, seeds and fruit; industrial or medicinal plants; straw and fodder
Heading1212locust beans, seaweeds and other algae, sugar beet and sugarcane, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not ground, fruit stones and kernels and other vegetable products (including unroasted chicory roots of the variety cichorium intybus sativum) of a kind used primarily for human consumption, not elsewhere specified or included

GST rate for HSN 1212

Goods under HSN 1212 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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Sub-codes under this classification

HSN CodeDescription
12121010locust beans, seaweeds and other algae, sugar beet and sugarcane, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not ground; fruit stones and kernels and other vegetable products (including unroasted chicory roots of the variety ci-chorium intybus sativum) of a kind used primarily for human consumption, not elsewhere specified or included locust beans, including locust bean seeds : of seed quality
12121090locust beans, seaweeds and other algae, sugar beet and sugarcane, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not ground; fruit stones and kernels and other vegetable products (including unroasted chicory roots of the variety ci-chorium intybus sativum) of a kind used primarily for human consumption, not elsewhere specified or included locust beans, including locust bean seeds : other
121220seaweeds and other algae
121221fit for human consumption:
121229other:
12123010locust beans, seaweeds and other algae, sugar beet and sugarcane, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not ground; fruit stones and kernels and other vegetable products (including unroasted chicory roots of the variety ci-chorium intybus sativum) of a kind used primarily for human consumption, not elsewhere specified or included apricot, peach (including nectarine) or plum stones and kernels : apricot kernels
12123090locust beans, seaweeds and other algae, sugar beet and sugarcane, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not ground; fruit stones and kernels and other vegetable products (including unroasted chicory roots of the variety ci-chorium intybus sativum) of a kind used primarily for human consumption, not elsewhere specified or included apricot, peach (including nectarine) or plum stones and kernels : other
121291sugar beet
121292locust beans (carob)
121293sugar cane
121294chicory roots
121299other:

HSN Code 1212 — FAQs

What is HSN code 1212?

HSN code 1212 classifies "Locust Beans, Seaweeds And Other Algae, Sugar Beet And Sugarcane, Fresh, Chilled, Frozen…" 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 1212?

1212 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 1212?

Goods under HSN 1212 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 Locust Beans, Seaweeds And Other Algae, Sugar Beet And Sugarcane, Fresh, Chilled, Frozen….

Which chapter does HSN code 1212 belong to?

HSN 1212 belongs to Chapter 12 — Oil Seeds And Oleaginous Fruits, Miscellaneous Grains, Seeds And…, part of Section II: Vegetable Products.

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