21012020Tariff Item (8-digit)Section IV

HSN Code 21012020 – Quick Brewing Black Tea

Full GST classification for Quick Brewing Black Tea — chapter, heading and tariff hierarchy, GST rate slabs and related HSN codes. Updated for India GST.

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HSN Code

21012020

Chapter

21

Digits

8-digit

Section

IV

What is HSN Code 21012020?

HSN code 21012020 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Quick Brewing Black Tea 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 21 — Miscellaneous Edible Preparations, which is part of Section IV: Prepared Foodstuffs, Beverages, Tobacco. Every GST-registered business supplying quick brewing black tea must quote HSN 21012020 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 21012020

LevelCodeDescription
Chapter21miscellaneous edible preparations
Heading2101extracts, essences and concentrates, of coffee, tea or mate and preparations with a basis of these products or with a basis of coffee, tea or mate; roasted chicory and other roasted coffee substitutes, and extracts, essences and concentrates thereof
Sub-heading210120extracts, essences and concentrates, of tea or mate, and preparations with a basis of these extracts, essences or concentrates or with a basis of tea or mate :
Tariff21012020quick brewing black tea

GST rate for HSN 21012020

Goods under HSN 21012020 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 21012020 — FAQs

What is HSN code 21012020?

HSN code 21012020 classifies "Quick Brewing Black Tea" under India's GST regime. It falls under Chapter 21 (Miscellaneous Edible Preparations) of the Harmonized System of Nomenclature.

How many digits is HSN code 21012020?

21012020 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 21012020?

Goods under HSN 21012020 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 Quick Brewing Black Tea.

Which chapter does HSN code 21012020 belong to?

HSN 21012020 belongs to Chapter 21 — Miscellaneous Edible Preparations, part of Section IV: Prepared Foodstuffs, Beverages, Tobacco.

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