HSN Codes · Chapter 09: Coffee, Tea, and Spices

HSN Code 090230

Black tea (fermented), in immediate packings ≤3 kg

Typical GST rate

5%

2.5% CGST + 2.5% SGST intra-state

Type

Goods

HSN classification

Code level

6-digit

Sub-heading

Reading code 090230

The first two digits (09) place this code in chapter 09 — Coffee, Tea, and Spices. Heading 0902 groups the product family, and the remaining digits pin down this specific 6-digit classification. Remember: you can never invent a shorter code by truncating a longer one — only codes that exist in the official tariff are valid.

Coffee, tea, maté, pepper, chilli, turmeric, ginger, and other spices — staples of India's plantation and spice trade, mostly at 5% GST.

Parent heading

0902 — Tea, whether or not flavoured

More specific codes under 090230

  • 09023010 — Black tea (fermented) and partly fermented tea, in immediate packings of a content not exceeding 3 kg. — content not exceeding 25 g
  • 09023020 — Content exceeding 25 g. but not exceeding 1 kg
  • 09023030 — Content exceeding 1 kg. but not exceeding 3 kg
  • 09023090 — Black tea (fermented) and partly fermented tea, in immediate packings of a content not exceeding 3 kg. — other

Related codes in heading 0902

  • 090210 — Green tea (not fermented) in immediate packings of a content not exceeding 2
  • 090220 — Coffee, Tea, and Spices — tea, whether or not flavoured — other green tea (not fermented)
  • 090240 — Other black tea (fermented) and other partly fermented tea

Frequently asked questions

Goods and services under 090230 typically attract 5% GST. Rates can vary by sub-classification and notifications, so confirm the applicable rate for your specific item.
Businesses with annual aggregate turnover of ₹5 crore or more must report at least 6 digits on e-invoices and e-way bills; below ₹5 crore, 4 digits is the B2B minimum. Exports require 8 digits.
Every line item on a GST tax invoice carries its HSN code alongside the description, quantity, taxable value, and tax breakup. The code also flows into your GSTR-1 HSN summary and e-way bills.

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