21042000Tariff Item (8-digit)Section IV

HSN Code 21042000 – Homogenised Composite Food Preparations

Full GST classification for Homogenised Composite Food Preparations — chapter, heading and tariff hierarchy, GST rate slabs and related HSN codes. Updated for India GST.

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HSN Code

21042000

Chapter

21

Digits

8-digit

Section

IV

What is HSN Code 21042000?

HSN code 21042000 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Homogenised Composite Food Preparations 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 homogenised composite food preparations must quote HSN 21042000 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 21042000

LevelCodeDescription
Chapter21miscellaneous edible preparations
Heading2104soups and broths and preparations therefor; homogenised composite food preparations
Sub-heading210420homogenised composite food preparations
Tariff21042000homogenised composite food preparations

GST rate for HSN 21042000

Goods under HSN 21042000 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 21042000 — FAQs

What is HSN code 21042000?

HSN code 21042000 classifies "Homogenised Composite Food Preparations" 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 21042000?

21042000 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 21042000?

Goods under HSN 21042000 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 Homogenised Composite Food Preparations.

Which chapter does HSN code 21042000 belong to?

HSN 21042000 belongs to Chapter 21 — Miscellaneous Edible Preparations, part of Section IV: Prepared Foodstuffs, Beverages, Tobacco.

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