190540Sub-heading (6-digit)Section IV

HSN Code 190540 – Rusks, Toasted Bread And Similar Toasted Products

Full GST classification for Rusks, Toasted Bread And Similar Toasted Products — chapter, heading and tariff hierarchy, GST rate slabs and related HSN codes. Updated for India GST.

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HSN Code

190540

Chapter

19

Digits

6-digit

Section

IV

What is HSN Code 190540?

HSN code 190540 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Rusks, Toasted Bread And Similar Toasted Products under India's Goods and Services Tax (GST). It is a 6-digit code sitting at the sub-heading (6-digit) level of the HSN hierarchy.

This code belongs to Chapter 19 — Preparations Of Cereals, Flour, Starch Or Milk; Pastrycooks' Products, which is part of Section IV: Prepared Foodstuffs, Beverages, Tobacco. Every GST-registered business supplying rusks, toasted bread and similar toasted products must quote HSN 190540 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 190540

LevelCodeDescription
Chapter19preparations of cereals, flour, starch or milk; pastrycooks' products
Heading1905bread, pastry, cakes, biscuits and other bakers' wares, whether or not containing cocoa, communion wafers, empty cachets of a kind suitable for pharmaceutical use, sealing wafers, rice paper and similar products
Sub-heading190540rusks, toasted bread and similar toasted products

GST rate for HSN 190540

Goods under HSN 190540 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 190540 — FAQs

What is HSN code 190540?

HSN code 190540 classifies "Rusks, Toasted Bread And Similar Toasted Products" under India's GST regime. It falls under Chapter 19 (Preparations Of Cereals, Flour, Starch Or Milk; Pastrycooks' Products) of the Harmonized System of Nomenclature.

How many digits is HSN code 190540?

190540 is a 6-digit HSN code — a sub-heading (6-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 190540?

Goods under HSN 190540 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 Rusks, Toasted Bread And Similar Toasted Products.

Which chapter does HSN code 190540 belong to?

HSN 190540 belongs to Chapter 19 — Preparations Of Cereals, Flour, Starch Or Milk; Pastrycooks' Products, part of Section IV: Prepared Foodstuffs, Beverages, Tobacco.

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