160242Sub-heading (6-digit)Section IV

HSN Code 160242 – Shoulders And Cuts Thereof

Full GST classification for Shoulders And Cuts Thereof — chapter, heading and tariff hierarchy, GST rate slabs and related HSN codes. Updated for India GST.

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HSN Code

160242

Chapter

16

Digits

6-digit

Section

IV

What is HSN Code 160242?

HSN code 160242 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Shoulders And Cuts Thereof 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 16 — Preparations Of Meat, Of Fish, Of Crustaceans, Molluscs Or Other…, which is part of Section IV: Prepared Foodstuffs, Beverages, Tobacco. Every GST-registered business supplying shoulders and cuts thereof must quote HSN 160242 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 160242

LevelCodeDescription
Chapter16preparations of meat, of fish, of crustaceans, molluscs or other aquatic invertebrates or of insects
Heading1602other prepared or preserved meat, meat offal blood or insects
Sub-heading160242shoulders and cuts thereof

GST rate for HSN 160242

Goods under HSN 160242 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 160242 — FAQs

What is HSN code 160242?

HSN code 160242 classifies "Shoulders And Cuts Thereof" under India's GST regime. It falls under Chapter 16 (Preparations Of Meat, Of Fish, Of Crustaceans, Molluscs Or Other…) of the Harmonized System of Nomenclature.

How many digits is HSN code 160242?

160242 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 160242?

Goods under HSN 160242 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 Shoulders And Cuts Thereof.

Which chapter does HSN code 160242 belong to?

HSN 160242 belongs to Chapter 16 — Preparations Of Meat, Of Fish, Of Crustaceans, Molluscs Or Other…, part of Section IV: Prepared Foodstuffs, Beverages, Tobacco.

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