HSN Code 1806 – Chocolate And Other Food Preparations Containing Cocoa

HSN Code

1806

Chapter

Digits

4-digit

Section

What is HSN Code 1806?

HSN code 1806 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Chocolate And Other Food Preparations 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 18 — Cocoa And Cocoa Preparations, which is part of Section IV: Prepared Foodstuffs, Beverages, Tobacco. Every GST-registered business supplying chocolate and other food preparations containing cocoa must quote HSN 1806 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 1806

Level	Code	Description
Chapter	18	cocoa and cocoa preparations
Heading	1806	chocolate and other food preparations containing cocoa

GST rate for HSN 1806

Goods under HSN 1806 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.

Nil / Exempt

Fresh produce, milk, cereals, books

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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Sub-codes under this classification

HSN Code	Description
180610	cocoa powder, containing added sugar or other sweetening matter
180620	other preparations in blocks, slabs or bars weighing more than 2 kg. or in liquid, paste, powder, granular or other bulk form in containers or immediate packings, of a content exceeding 2 kg.
180631	filled
180632	not filled
180690	other :

HSN Code 1806 — FAQs

What is HSN code 1806?

HSN code 1806 classifies "Chocolate And Other Food Preparations Containing Cocoa" under India's GST regime. It falls under Chapter 18 (Cocoa And Cocoa Preparations) of the Harmonized System of Nomenclature.

How many digits is HSN code 1806?

1806 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 1806?

Goods under HSN 1806 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 Chocolate And Other Food Preparations Containing Cocoa.

Which chapter does HSN code 1806 belong to?

HSN 1806 belongs to Chapter 18 — Cocoa And Cocoa Preparations, part of Section IV: Prepared Foodstuffs, Beverages, Tobacco.

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