HSN Codes · Chapter 17: Sugars and Sugar Confectionery

HSN Code 170191

Refined sugar containing added flavouring or colouring matter

Typical GST rate

Varies

Depends on sub-classification

Type

Goods

HSN classification

Code level

6-digit

Sub-heading

Reading code 170191

The first two digits (17) place this code in chapter 17 — Sugars and Sugar Confectionery. Heading 1701 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.

Cane and beet sugar, jaggery, glucose, and sugar confectionery. Sugar attracts 5% GST while confectionery is generally at 18%.

Parent heading

1701 — Cane or beet sugar and chemically pure sucrose

More specific codes under 170191

  • 17019100 — Refined sugar containing added flavouring or colouring matter

Related codes in heading 1701

  • 170111 — Cane or beet sugar and chemically pure sucrose, in solid form — cane sugar
  • 170112 — Cane or beet sugar and chemically pure sucrose, in solid form — beet sugar
  • 170113 — Cane sugar specified in sub-heading note 2 to this chapter
  • 170114 — Cane or beet sugar and chemically pure sucrose, in solid form — other cane sugar
  • 170199 — Cane or beet sugar and chemically pure sucrose, in solid form — other

Frequently asked questions

The GST rate under 170191 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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