HSN Codes · Chapter 17: Sugars and Sugar Confectionery

HSN Code 1704

Sugar confectionery not containing cocoa

Typical GST rate

18%

9% CGST + 9% SGST intra-state

Type

Goods

HSN classification

Code level

4-digit

Heading

Reading code 1704

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

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

More specific codes under 1704

  • 170410 — Sugar confectionery (including white chocolate), not containing cocoa — chewing gum, whether or not sugar coated
  • 17041000 — Sugar confectionery (including white chocolate), not containing cocoa — chewing gum, whether or not sugar coated — chewing gum, whether or not sugar coated
  • 170490 — Sugar confectionery (including white chocolate), not containing cocoa — other
  • 17049010 — Sugar confectionery (including white chocolate), not containing cocoa — other — jelly confectionary
  • 17049020 — Sugar confectionery (including white chocolate), not containing cocoa — other — boiled sweets, whether or not filled
  • 17049030 — Sugar confectionery (including white chocolate), not containing cocoa — other — toffees, caramels and similar sweets
  • 17049090 — Sugar confectionery (including white chocolate), not containing cocoa — other — other

Frequently asked questions

Goods and services under 1704 typically attract 18% 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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