1603Heading (4-digit)Section IV

HSN Code 1603 – Extracts And Juices Of Meat, Fish Or Crustaceans, Molluscs Or Other Aquatic Invertebrates

Full GST classification for Extracts And Juices Of Meat, Fish Or Crustaceans, Molluscs Or Other Aquatic Invertebrates — chapter, heading and tariff hierarchy, GST rate slabs and related HSN codes. Updated for India GST.

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HSN Code

1603

Chapter

16

Digits

4-digit

Section

IV

What is HSN Code 1603?

HSN code 1603 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Extracts And Juices Of Meat, Fish Or Crustaceans, Molluscs Or Other Aquatic Invertebrates 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 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 extracts and juices of meat, fish or crustaceans, molluscs or other aquatic invertebrates must quote HSN 1603 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 1603

LevelCodeDescription
Chapter16preparations of meat, of fish, of crustaceans, molluscs or other aquatic invertebrates or of insects
Heading1603extracts and juices of meat, fish or crustaceans, molluscs or other aquatic invertebrates

GST rate for HSN 1603

Goods under HSN 1603 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 1603 — FAQs

What is HSN code 1603?

HSN code 1603 classifies "Extracts And Juices Of Meat, Fish Or Crustaceans, Molluscs Or Other Aquatic Invertebrates" 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 1603?

1603 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 1603?

Goods under HSN 1603 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 Extracts And Juices Of Meat, Fish Or Crustaceans, Molluscs Or Other Aquatic Invertebrates.

Which chapter does HSN code 1603 belong to?

HSN 1603 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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