HSN Codes · Chapter 18: Cocoa and Cocoa Preparations

HSN Code 180690

Chocolate and other food preparations containing cocoa — other

Typical GST rate

Varies

Depends on sub-classification

Type

Goods

HSN classification

Code level

6-digit

Sub-heading

Reading code 180690

The first two digits (18) place this code in chapter 18 — Cocoa and Cocoa Preparations. Heading 1806 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.

Cocoa beans, cocoa powder, and chocolate in all its forms — chocolate and cocoa preparations generally attract 18% GST.

Parent heading

1806 — Chocolate and other food preparations containing cocoa

More specific codes under 180690

  • 18069010 — Chocolate and other food preparations containing cocoa — other — chocolate and chocolate products
  • 18069020 — Chocolate and other food preparations containing cocoa — other — sugar confectionary containing cocoa
  • 18069030 — Chocolate and other food preparations containing cocoa — other — spreads containing cocoa
  • 18069040 — Preparations containing cocoa for making beverages
  • 18069090 — Chocolate and other food preparations containing cocoa — other — other

Related codes in heading 1806

  • 180610 — Cocoa powder, containing added sugar or other sweetening matter
  • 180620 — Other preparations in blocks, slabs or bars weighing more than 2 kg. or in liquid, paste, powder, granular or other bulk form in containers or immediate packings, of a content exceeding 2 kg
  • 180631 — Chocolate and other food preparations containing cocoa — filled
  • 180632 — Chocolate and other food preparations containing cocoa — not filled

Frequently asked questions

The GST rate under 180690 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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