16056200Tariff Item (8-digit)Section IV

HSN Code 16056200 – Sea Urchins

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

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HSN Code

16056200

Chapter

16

Digits

8-digit

Section

IV

What is HSN Code 16056200?

HSN code 16056200 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Sea Urchins 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 sea urchins must quote HSN 16056200 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 16056200

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-heading160562sea urchins
Tariff16056200sea urchins

GST rate for HSN 16056200

Goods under HSN 16056200 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 16056200 — FAQs

What is HSN code 16056200?

HSN code 16056200 classifies "Sea Urchins" 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 16056200?

16056200 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 16056200?

Goods under HSN 16056200 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 Sea Urchins.

Which chapter does HSN code 16056200 belong to?

HSN 16056200 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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