20085000Tariff Item (8-digit)Section IV

HSN Code 20085000 – Apricots

Full GST classification for Apricots — chapter, heading and tariff hierarchy, GST rate slabs and related HSN codes. Updated for India GST.

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HSN Code

20085000

Chapter

20

Digits

8-digit

Section

IV

What is HSN Code 20085000?

HSN code 20085000 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Apricots 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 20 — Preparations Of Vegetables, Fruit, Nuts Or Other Parts Of Plants, which is part of Section IV: Prepared Foodstuffs, Beverages, Tobacco. Every GST-registered business supplying apricots must quote HSN 20085000 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 20085000

LevelCodeDescription
Chapter20preparations of vegetables, fruit, nuts or other parts of plants
Heading2008fruit, nuts and other edible parts of plants, otherwise prepared or preserved, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter or spirit, not elsewhere specified or included
Sub-heading200850apricots
Tariff20085000apricots

GST rate for HSN 20085000

Goods under HSN 20085000 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 20085000 — FAQs

What is HSN code 20085000?

HSN code 20085000 classifies "Apricots" under India's GST regime. It falls under Chapter 20 (Preparations Of Vegetables, Fruit, Nuts Or Other Parts Of Plants) of the Harmonized System of Nomenclature.

How many digits is HSN code 20085000?

20085000 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 20085000?

Goods under HSN 20085000 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 Apricots.

Which chapter does HSN code 20085000 belong to?

HSN 20085000 belongs to Chapter 20 — Preparations Of Vegetables, Fruit, Nuts Or Other Parts Of Plants, part of Section IV: Prepared Foodstuffs, Beverages, Tobacco.

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