Chana HSN Code: Classification for Yellow, Split, and Chickpeas
Chana is one of the most commonly traded pulses in India. It is sold in many forms such as whole yellow chana, split chana and chickpeas used in different food products. Under GST, all these forms need to be classified under the correct HSN heading so that invoices, returns and reports stay accurate.
In customs and GST tariff, chana and chickpeas usually fall under the broad heading for dried leguminous vegetables. The exact 6 or 8 digit HSN code depends on whether the product is whole, split, hulled or processed further. Packaging and branding can also affect the final GST rate treatment, especially for retail packs.
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What is the HSN Code for Chana?
Yellow chana, split chana and chickpeas are generally covered under heading 0713, which covers dried leguminous vegetables. Within this heading, a specific subheading is normally used for chickpeas. Businesses should check the latest tariff schedule to pick the correct 6 or 8 digit code for their exact product form.
How Yellow and Split Chana Are Classified under HSN
Whole yellow chana is generally treated as a dried leguminous vegetable in primary form. When the same grain is split into dal form, it is still normally kept under the same broad heading for pulses, but the detailed subheading can change based on milling or further processing. Traders should review whether their product is only cleaned and split or whether it is polished, roasted or otherwise processed.
The HSN Code for Chickpeas and Related Products
Chickpeas sold for food use, flour mills or snack manufacturers are usually classified under the same broad heading as chana. However, when chickpeas are converted into flour, roasted snacks or ready mixes, they may move to different headings that cover prepared food items. The correct HSN code therefore depends on whether the goods are raw pulses or ready-to-eat products.
GST on Chana and Chickpea Products
Under GST, pulses meant for human consumption often enjoy concessional treatment. In many cases bulk, loose or unbranded pulses may be exempt or taxed at a lower rate, while pre-packed and branded retail packs can attract a GST rate such as 5%. The applicable rate for chana or chickpeas depends on whether the goods are branded, pre-packaged, labelled and intended for final consumers.
Businesses dealing in chana should therefore check both the HSN classification and the latest rate notification. The same HSN heading can have multiple rate entries depending on the description and end use of the product.
Chana HSN Code Classification and GST Rates
Here are some commonly used HSN codes and GST rates for this category
| Section | |
|---|---|
| Section No | 2 |
| Section Title | Guide to HSN Section 02 |
| Section Description | VEGETABLE PRODUCTS |
| Chapter | |
|---|---|
| Chapter No | 7 |
| Chapter Title | Edible Vegetables and Certain Roots and Tubers |
| Chapter Description | Edible vegetables and certain roots and tubers |
4 Digit HSN Code Classification
8 Digit HSN Code Classification
| HSN Code | HSN Code Title | GST Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 07081000 | Peas (Pisum Sativum) | 0% |
| 07082000 | Beans (Vigna spp., Phaseolus spp.) | 0% |
| 07089000 | Other Leguminous Vegetables | 0% |
| 07131000 | Dried Chickpeas (Garbanzos) | 0% |
| 07131010 | Yellow peas (non-prepackaged) | 0% |
| 07131020 | Green peas: Non-packaged | 0% |
| 07131090 | Peas (excluding pre-packaged) | 0% |
| 07132000 | Dried Vigna Mungo/Radiata Beans | 0% |
| 07132010 | Kabuli Channa (non-labelled) | 0% |
| 07132020 | Non-Prepackaged Bengal Gram | 0% |
| 07132090 | Chickpeas: Other (non-prepackaged) | 0% |
| 07133100 | Other Dried Nuts | 0% |
| 07133110 | Vigna Mungo Beans | 0% |
| 07133190 | Vigna Radiata Beans | 0% |
| 07133200 | Adzuki Beans | 0% |
| 07133300 | Kidney Beans | 0% |
| 07133400 | Bambara Beans | 0% |
| 07133500 | Cow peas (excluding pre-packaged) | 0% |
| 07133910 | Guar Seeds | 0% |
| 07133990 | Other Beans | 0% |
| 07134000 | Lentils ( other than pre-packaged and labelled) | 0% |
| 07135000 | Broad Beans (Vicia faba) | 0% |
| 07136000 | Pigeon peas | 0% |
| 07139010 | Split peas (non-prepackaged) | 0% |
| 07139090 | Other peas (non-prepackaged) | 0% |
* GST rates may vary based on the latest GST notifications
