HSN Code 04062000: Grated/powdered cheese

HSN Code 04062000 represents Grated/powdered cheese under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Grated/powdered cheese correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Code 04062000, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import/export of Grated/powdered cheese.

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Description of Goods for Grated/powdered cheese

HSN Code 04062000 relates to the following description:

Chapter Number Chapter Name Sub Chapter Number Sub Chapter Name Description of Goods CGST
(%)
SGST
(%)
IGST
(%)
CESS
(%)
04 Dairy produce; birds’ eggs; natural honey; edible products of animal origin, not elsewhere specified or included 0406 Cheese and curd Grated or powdered cheese, of all kinds 6% 6% 12% 0%

Description of goods

Grated or powdered cheese, of all kinds

Chapter

04 – Dairy produce; birds’ eggs; natural honey; edible products of animal origin, not elsewhere specified or included

Sub Chapter

0406 – Cheese and curd

CGST 6%
SGST 6%
IGST 12%
CESS 0%

What does HSN Code 04062000 not include?

Grated/powdered cheese does not include products with the following descriptions:

HSN Code Description
Fresh (unripened or uncured) cheese, including whey cheese
Mozzarella cheese
Other
Processed cheese not grated or powdered
Blue-veined cheese and other cheese containing veins produced by Penicillium roqueforti
Chena or paneer other than pre-packaged and labelled
Chena or paneer pre-packaged and labelled
Other cheese

Fresh (unripened or uncured) cheese, including whey cheese

Mozzarella cheese

Processed cheese not grated or powdered

Blue-veined cheese and other cheese containing veins produced by Penicillium roqueforti

Chena or paneer other than pre-packaged and labelled

Chena or paneer pre-packaged and labelled

Other cheese

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FAQs for HSN Code 04062000

What products are classified under HSN 4062000 ?

It includes Grated/powdered cheese

Are e‑way bill and e‑invoice required for Grated/powdered cheese?

e‑Way bill is needed for consignment value above ₹50,000 unless exempted. e‑Invoicing is turnover‑based (presently AATO > ₹5 crore) for B2B supplies.

Does ‘pre‑packaged & labelled’ change GST on Grated/powdered cheese?

Yes. When Grated/powdered cheese is not fresh/chilled and is sold in pre‑packaged & labelled packs, GST is 5%. If it is not pre‑packaged & labelled, it stays Nil.

Any import/export nuance for Grated/powdered cheese?

Exports are zero‑rated. Imports may draw customs duties; domestic GST follows the schedule for the item’s form/packaging.

Is ITC allowed for costs used to trade Grated/powdered cheese?

If your outward supply is taxable (e.g., 5% or 12%), eligible ITC is available subject to general restrictions. For exempt/Nil supplies, reverse credit per Rule 42.

How to bill mixed items when Grated/powdered cheese is sold with exempt goods?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN. Apply TBD for Grated/powdered cheese and Nil for exempt lines. This avoids misclassification and wrong tax collection.

Important Disclaimer

The above does not constitute professional advice or a formal recommendation. We recommend consulting a professional tax consultant before acting on the information contained in this piece of content.

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