Chapter 165 Tariff Headings
HSN Codes Chapter 16: Meat and fish preparations
Chapter 16 of the GST HSN tariff classifies preparations of meat, of fish, of crustaceans, molluscs or other aquatic invertebrates or of insects. This chapter contains 5 4-digit tariff headings with applicable GST rates effective 22 September 2025.
Official CBIC Rates (Notification 09/2025 & 10/2025)GST rates as per CBIC Notifications 09/2025 and 10/2025 (Central Tax - Rate), effective 22 September 2025. Last updated: October 2026. Always verify on the official GST portal before filing.. Main active GST slabs across goods are 0%, 5%, 18% and 40%.
4-Digit Tariff Headings in Chapter 16
Select any heading below to view its complete 6-digit and 8-digit sub-codes, item-level rate specifications, and CBIC notification details.
Sausages And Similar Products, Of Meat, Meat Offal, Blood Or Insects, Food Preparations Based On These Products
GST Rate:
5%
Other Prepared Or Preserved Meat, Meat Offal Blood Or Insects
GST Rate:
5%
Extracts And Juices Of Meat, Fish Or Crustaceans, Molluscs Or Other Aquatic Invertebrates
GST Rate:
5%
Prepared Or Preserved Fish; Caviar And Caviar Substitutes Prepared From Fish Eggs
GST Rate:
5%
Crustaceans, Molluscs And Other Aquatic Invertebrates, Prepared Or Preserved
GST Rate:
5%
How Many HSN Digits Do You Need to Mention?
Under GST Notification 78/2020-Central Tax, businesses must declare HSN codes on tax invoices according to annual aggregate turnover:
| Annual Turnover | B2B Invoices | B2C Invoices |
|---|---|---|
| Up to ₹5 Crore | 4 Digits minimum | Optional (4 Digits recommended) |
| Above ₹5 Crore | 6 Digits mandatory | 6 Digits mandatory |
| Exports / Imports | 8 Digits mandatory | 8 Digits mandatory |