HSN Codes · Chapter 16: Preparations of Meat and Fish

HSN Code 1601

Sausages and similar products, of meat, meat offal, blood or insects, food preparations based on these products

Typical GST rate

Varies

Depends on sub-classification

Type

Goods

HSN classification

Code level

4-digit

Heading

Reading code 1601

The first two digits (16) place this code in chapter 16 — Preparations of Meat and Fish. As a 4-digit heading it groups a whole product family; 6 and 8-digit codes underneath it get more specific. Remember: you can never invent a shorter code by truncating a longer one — only codes that exist in the official tariff are valid.

Sausages, canned meat and fish, and other prepared or preserved meat, fish, and seafood products.

More specific codes under 1601

  • 160100 — Sausages and similar products, of meat, meat offal, blood or insects, food preparations based on these products
  • 16010000 — Sausages and similar products, of meat, meat offal, blood or insects; food preparations based on these products

Frequently asked questions

The GST rate under 1601 depends on the specific item and applicable notifications. Check the classification with our HSN code finder and confirm the rate before invoicing.
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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