Sweets HSN Code

The Sweet HSN Code

For businesses dealing in the delightful world of sweets, understanding the relevant Harmonized System of Nomenclature (HSN) code is crucial for accurate GST compliance. The provided data offers a glimpse into how different types of sweets are classified under this system. Let’s unwrap the details.

Exploring HSN Codes for Various Sweet Delights

The data primarily places sweets under Chapter 17 (Sugars and sugar confectionery). However, the GST rates and specific HSN codes vary depending on the type of sweet:

• Traditional Indian Sweets and Sugar Preparations (5% GST): A broad category including items like Palmyra Sugar, Mishri, Batasha, Bura, and a list of regional favorites such as Chikkis (Puffed Rice, Peanut, Sesame, Til), Tilpatti, Tilrevdi, Sugar Makhana, Groundnut Sweets, Gajak, Khaja, Khajuli, and Anarsa fall under a 5% GST rate. The specific HSN code for this category is 1702.
• Boiled Sweets (12% GST): Under the heading “Sugar Confectionary (Including White Chocolate), Not Containing Cocoa – Other,” boiled sweets, whether filled or not, are classified under HSN code 17049020 and attract a 12% GST rate.
• Toffees, Caramels, and Similar Sweets (18% GST): This category, also under “Sugar Confectionary…”, with HSN code 17049030, carries an 18% GST rate.
• Other Sugar Confectionery (18% GST): A residual category for sugar confectionery not containing cocoa and not specifically listed as boiled sweets or toffees/caramels falls under HSN code 17049090 with an 18% GST rate.