18062000Tariff Item (8-digit)Section IV

HSN Code 18062000 – Chocolate And Other Food Preparations Containing Cocoa

Full GST classification for Chocolate And Other Food Preparations Containing Cocoa — chapter, heading and tariff hierarchy, GST rate slabs and related HSN codes. Updated for India GST.

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HSN Code

18062000

Chapter

18

Digits

8-digit

Section

IV

What is HSN Code 18062000?

HSN code 18062000 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 8-digit code sitting at the tariff item (8-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 18062000 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 18062000

LevelCodeDescription
Chapter18cocoa and cocoa preparations
Heading1806chocolate and other food preparations containing cocoa
Sub-heading180620other 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.
Tariff18062000other 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.

GST rate for HSN 18062000

Goods under HSN 18062000 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 18062000 — FAQs

What is HSN code 18062000?

HSN code 18062000 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 18062000?

18062000 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 18062000?

Goods under HSN 18062000 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 18062000 belong to?

HSN 18062000 belongs to Chapter 18 — Cocoa And Cocoa Preparations, part of Section IV: Prepared Foodstuffs, Beverages, Tobacco.

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