2106Heading (4-digit)Section IV

HSN Code 2106 – Food Preparations Not Elsewhere Specified Or Included

Full GST classification for Food Preparations Not Elsewhere Specified Or Included — chapter, heading and tariff hierarchy, GST rate slabs and related HSN codes. Updated for India GST.

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HSN Code

2106

Chapter

21

Digits

4-digit

Section

IV

What is HSN Code 2106?

HSN code 2106 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Food Preparations Not Elsewhere Specified Or Included under India's Goods and Services Tax (GST). It is a 4-digit code sitting at the heading (4-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 food preparations not elsewhere specified or included must quote HSN 2106 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 2106

LevelCodeDescription
Chapter21miscellaneous edible preparations
Heading2106food preparations not elsewhere specified or included

GST rate for HSN 2106

Goods under HSN 2106 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 2106 — FAQs

What is HSN code 2106?

HSN code 2106 classifies "Food Preparations Not Elsewhere Specified Or Included" 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 2106?

2106 is a 4-digit HSN code — a heading (4-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 2106?

Goods under HSN 2106 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 Food Preparations Not Elsewhere Specified Or Included.

Which chapter does HSN code 2106 belong to?

HSN 2106 belongs to Chapter 21 — Miscellaneous Edible Preparations, part of Section IV: Prepared Foodstuffs, Beverages, Tobacco.

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