HSN Code 04069000: Chena or paneer (non pre-packaged)

HSN Code 04069000 represents Chena or paneer (non pre-packaged) under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Chena or paneer (non pre-packaged) correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Code 04069000, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import/export of Chena or paneer (non pre-packaged).

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Description of Goods for Chena or paneer (non pre-packaged)

HSN Code 04069000 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 Chena or paneer other than pre-packaged and labelled 0% 0% 0% 0%
04 Dairy produce; birds’ eggs; natural honey; edible products of animal origin, not elsewhere specified or included 0406 Cheese and curd Chena or paneer pre-packaged and labelled 2.5% 2.5% 5% 0%
04 Dairy produce; birds’ eggs; natural honey; edible products of animal origin, not elsewhere specified or included 0406 Cheese and curd Other cheese 6% 6% 12% 0%

Description of goods

Chena or paneer other than pre-packaged and labelled

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 0%
SGST 0%
IGST 0%
CESS 0%

Description of goods

Chena or paneer pre-packaged and labelled

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 2.5%
SGST 2.5%
IGST 5%
CESS 0%

Description of goods

Other cheese

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 04069000 not include?

Chena or paneer (non pre-packaged) does not include products with the following descriptions:

HSN Code Description
Fresh (unripened or uncured) cheese, including whey cheese
Mozzarella cheese
Other
Grated or powdered cheese, of all kinds
Processed cheese not grated or powdered
Blue-veined cheese and other cheese containing veins produced by Penicillium roqueforti

Fresh (unripened or uncured) cheese, including whey cheese

Mozzarella cheese

Grated or powdered cheese, of all kinds

Processed cheese not grated or powdered

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

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Case Laws Related to HSN Code 04069000

Order Number Description
Savencia Fromage And Dairy Pvt. Ltd. (AAAR (Appellate Authority For Advance Ruling), Uttar Pradesh)

Savencia Fromage And Dairy Pvt. Ltd. (AAAR (Appellate Authority For Advance Ruling), Uttar Pradesh)

FAQs for HSN Code 04069000

What products are classified under HSN 4069000 ?

It includes Chena or paneer (non pre-packaged)

Does ‘pre‑packaged & labelled’ change GST on Chena or paneer (non pre-packaged)?

Yes. When Chena or paneer (non pre-packaged) 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.

How much GST applies to Chena or paneer (non pre-packaged)?

Under HSN 04069000, Chena or paneer (non pre-packaged) attracts TBD subject to its exact form and packaging. Use the correct HSN and describe the form clearly on the invoice.

Is ITC allowed for costs used to trade Chena or paneer (non pre-packaged)?

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 Chena or paneer (non pre-packaged) is sold with exempt goods?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN. Apply TBD for Chena or paneer (non pre-packaged) and Nil for exempt lines. This avoids misclassification and wrong tax collection.

Any import/export nuance for Chena or paneer (non pre-packaged)?

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

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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