HSN Code 1805 – Cocoa Powder, Not Containing Added Sugar Or Other Sweetening Matter

What is HSN Code 1805?

HSN code 1805 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Cocoa Powder, Not Containing Added Sugar Or Other Sweetening Matter 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 18 — Cocoa And Cocoa Preparations, which is part of Section IV: Prepared Foodstuffs, Beverages, Tobacco. Every GST-registered business supplying cocoa powder, not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter must quote HSN 1805 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 1805

GST rate for HSN 1805

Goods under HSN 1805 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.

Sub-codes under this classification

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