1704Heading (4-digit)Section IV

HSN Code 1704 – Sugar Confectionery (Including White Chocolate), Not Containing Cocoa

Full GST classification for Sugar Confectionery (Including White Chocolate), Not Containing Cocoa — chapter, heading and tariff hierarchy, GST rate slabs and related HSN codes. Updated for India GST.

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HSN Code

1704

Chapter

17

Digits

4-digit

Section

IV

What is HSN Code 1704?

HSN code 1704 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Sugar Confectionery (Including White Chocolate), Not Containing Cocoa 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 17 — Sugars And Sugar Confectionery, which is part of Section IV: Prepared Foodstuffs, Beverages, Tobacco. Every GST-registered business supplying sugar confectionery (including white chocolate), not containing cocoa must quote HSN 1704 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 1704

LevelCodeDescription
Chapter17sugars and sugar confectionery
Heading1704sugar confectionery (including white chocolate), not containing cocoa

GST rate for HSN 1704

Goods under HSN 1704 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 1704 — FAQs

What is HSN code 1704?

HSN code 1704 classifies "Sugar Confectionery (Including White Chocolate), Not Containing Cocoa" under India's GST regime. It falls under Chapter 17 (Sugars And Sugar Confectionery) of the Harmonized System of Nomenclature.

How many digits is HSN code 1704?

1704 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 1704?

Goods under HSN 1704 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 Sugar Confectionery (Including White Chocolate), Not Containing Cocoa.

Which chapter does HSN code 1704 belong to?

HSN 1704 belongs to Chapter 17 — Sugars And Sugar Confectionery, part of Section IV: Prepared Foodstuffs, Beverages, Tobacco.

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