HSN Codes · Chapter 16: Preparations of Meat and Fish

HSN Code 160100

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

6-digit

Sub-heading

Reading code 160100

The first two digits (16) place this code in chapter 16 — Preparations of Meat and Fish. Heading 1601 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.

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

Parent heading

1601 — Sausages and similar products, of meat, meat offal, blood or insects, food preparations based on these products

More specific codes under 160100

  • 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 160100 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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