Chilli Powder HSN Code: Classification for Red and Ground Chilli Powders
Chilli powder is a common kitchen spice used in homes, restaurants and food factories. Under GST it is treated as a product of the spices chapter and classified based on whether the chilli is whole, crushed or ground. Using the correct chilli powder HSN code keeps GST rate application simple and helps in smooth filing of returns for traders and manufacturers.
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What is the HSN code for red chilli powder?
Red chilli powder is normally covered under the heading for fruits of the genus Capsicum or Pimenta, crushed or ground. The commonly used HSN code is 090420 for ground chilli and similar capsicum products. Traders dealing only in chilli powder can use this code on all purchase and sales invoices, and carry the same code into their GST returns.
What is the HSN code for chilli powder?
For most tax invoices, chilli powder is classified under HSN 090420 as ground chilli. Some businesses may use the shorter four digit code 0904 when system limitations do not allow entry of all eight digits. However using the full eight digit code gives better clarity in reports.
Chilli Powder 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 | 9 |
| Chapter Title | Coffee, Tea, Mate and Spices |
| Chapter Description | Coffee, tea, mate and spices |
4 Digit HSN Code Classification
| HSN Code | HSN Code Title | GST Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0904 | Pepper & spices | 5% |
8 Digit HSN Code Classification
| HSN Code | HSN Code Title | GST Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 09041110 | Pepper : Neither crushed nor ground: Pepper, long | 5% |
| 09041120 | Light black pepper | 5% |
| 09041130 | Black pepper, garbled | 5% |
| 09041140 | Black pepper ungarbled | 5% |
| 09041150 | Green pepper, dehydrated | 5% |
| 09041160 | Pepper: Pepper pinheads | 5% |
| 09041170 | Frozen green pepper | 5% |
| 09041180 | Pepper, not crushed or ground | 5% |
| 09041190 | Pepper| Neither Crushed Nor Ground | 5% |
| 09041200 | Pepper | Crushed Or Ground | 5% |
| 09042110 | Dried capsicum | 5% |
| 09042120 | Dried Pimenta fruit | 5% |
| 09042211 | Chilli powder | 5% |
| 09042212 | Cassia (Uncrushed/Unground) | 5% |
| 09042219 | Capsicum (other) | 5% |
| 09042221 | Pimenta powder | 5% |
| 09042229 | Pimenta, other | 5% |
* GST rates may vary based on the latest GST notifications
How are red and spicy chilli powders classified under HSN?
Both regular and extra spicy chilli powders are usually classified under the same heading as long as they are made from dried chilli fruits. The heat level or variety of chilli, such as Byadgi, Guntur or bird eye, does not normally change the HSN code. However, if the product contains significant quantities of other spices or additives, it may need to be checked against headings for mixed seasonings.
GST on chilli powder products
Chilli powder meant for use as a spice in cooking is normally taxed at five% GST. This rate is applied on the taxable value shown on the invoice. If chilli powder is part of a composite supply such as a restaurant meal or ready to eat snack, the rate may follow the rate of the main supply instead. Dealers should keep clear description on invoices so that the correct rate can be justified in case of scrutiny.
