130231Sub-heading (6-digit)Section II

HSN Code 130231 – Agar-Agar

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

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HSN Code

130231

Chapter

13

Digits

6-digit

Section

II

What is HSN Code 130231?

HSN code 130231 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Agar-Agar 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 13 — Lac; Gums, Resins And Other Vegetable Saps And Extracts, which is part of Section II: Vegetable Products. Every GST-registered business supplying agar-agar must quote HSN 130231 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 130231

LevelCodeDescription
Chapter13lac; gums, resins and other vegetable saps and extracts
Heading1302vegetable saps and extracts; pectic substances, pectinates and pectates; agar-agar and other mucilages and thickeners, whether or not modified, derived from vegetable products
Sub-heading130231agar-agar

GST rate for HSN 130231

Goods under HSN 130231 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 130231 — FAQs

What is HSN code 130231?

HSN code 130231 classifies "Agar-Agar" under India's GST regime. It falls under Chapter 13 (Lac; Gums, Resins And Other Vegetable Saps And Extracts) of the Harmonized System of Nomenclature.

How many digits is HSN code 130231?

130231 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 130231?

Goods under HSN 130231 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 Agar-Agar.

Which chapter does HSN code 130231 belong to?

HSN 130231 belongs to Chapter 13 — Lac; Gums, Resins And Other Vegetable Saps And Extracts, part of Section II: Vegetable Products.

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