16055400Tariff Item (8-digit)Section IV

HSN Code 16055400 – Cuttle Fish And Squid

Full GST classification for Cuttle Fish And Squid — chapter, heading and tariff hierarchy, GST rate slabs and related HSN codes. Updated for India GST.

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HSN Code

16055400

Chapter

16

Digits

8-digit

Section

IV

What is HSN Code 16055400?

HSN code 16055400 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Cuttle Fish And Squid 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 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 cuttle fish and squid must quote HSN 16055400 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 16055400

LevelCodeDescription
Chapter16preparations of meat, of fish, of crustaceans, molluscs or other aquatic invertebrates or of insects
Heading1605crustaceans, molluscs and other aquatic invertebrates, prepared or preserved
Sub-heading160554cuttle fish and squid
Tariff16055400cuttle fish and squid

GST rate for HSN 16055400

Goods under HSN 16055400 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 16055400 — FAQs

What is HSN code 16055400?

HSN code 16055400 classifies "Cuttle Fish And Squid" 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 16055400?

16055400 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 16055400?

Goods under HSN 16055400 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 Cuttle Fish And Squid.

Which chapter does HSN code 16055400 belong to?

HSN 16055400 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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