HSN Code 16041490 -- – Prepared or preserved fish; caviar and caviar substitutes prepared from fish egg (GST Rate 5%)

HSN Code 16041490

Prepared or preserved fish; caviar and caviar substitutes prepared from fish eggs fish, whole or in pieces, but not minced : tunas, skipjack and bonito (sarda spp.) : other

HSN16041490

Prepared or preserved fish; caviar and caviar substitutes prepared from fish eggs fish, whole or in pieces, but not minced : tunas, skipjack and bonito (sarda spp.) : other

5%
IGST
Schedule I
CGST2.5%
SGST/UTGST2.5%
CessNil
Heading: 1604
Subheading: 160414
Source: Notification No. 9/2025 - Central Tax (Rate)
Effective from: 2025-09-22
Last verified: 2026-06-03

When does this rate apply?

Use this HSN Code on tax invoices when supplying Prepared or preserved fish; caviar and caviar substitutes prepared from fish egg. GST is charged at 5% (IGST for inter-state, or CGST 2.5% + SGST 2.5% for intra-state). If the supply is exported under LUT, the rate is zero with no IGST charged.

This page is reviewed by CA Tirumalesh. For high-value or unusual transactions, confirm with the latest CBIC notification or consult a chartered accountant before invoicing.

Frequently asked questions

What is HSN Code 16041490?
HSN Code 16041490 is the official Harmonized System of Nomenclature code for Prepared or preserved fish; caviar and caviar substitutes prepared from fish eggs fish, whole or in pieces, but not minc, as per the CBIC GST rate schedule.
What is the GST rate for HSN Code 16041490?
HSN Code 16041490 attracts GST at 5% (IGST). For intra-state supplies, this is split as CGST 2.5% + SGST 2.5%. As per Notification No. 9/2025 - Central Tax (Rate).
Which chapter does HSN Code 16041490 belong to?
HSN Code 16041490 falls under Chapter 16 -- Preparations of meat or fish of the GST tariff.
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