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 or export of Chena or paneer (non pre-packaged).

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Description of Goods for HSN Code 04069000

HSN Code 04069000 relates to the following description.

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 04064000

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

India’s Trade Performance — HSN Code 04069000 in FY 2024-25

TradeStat EIDB — Ministry of Commerce & Industry FY 2018-19–FY 2024-25 Values in ₹ Crore

India’s Exports

FY 2024-25

₹262 Cr

−13.39% vs FY 2023-24

0.0071% of India’s total exports

India’s Imports

FY 2024-25

₹69 Cr

−9.13% vs FY 2023-24

0.0011% of India’s total imports

Trade Balance

FY 2024-25

₹193 Cr

Trade Surplus

Surplus rank #1172 of 12657 HSN codes

% of Sub-Chapter 0406

FY 2024-25

52.87%

Share of Sub-Chapter 0406’s total exports in FY 2024-25

Import side: 75.20% of Sub-Chapter 0406’s imports

Rank Within Sub-Chapter 0406

FY 2024-25

#1 of 7

Position by export value among HSN codes in Sub-Chapter 0406

Import-side rank: #1 of 7

At a glance

17.01%

Export CAGR

FY 2018-19 → FY 2024-25 · 7 fiscal years

#1582

National Export Rank

of 12657 HSN codes by export value, FY 2024-25

+43.27%

Peak Growth Year

FY 2019-20 · strongest single-year move

52.87%

Contribution to Sub-Ch. 0406

Share of Sub-Chapter 0406 exports in FY 2024-25

India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Code 04069000

7-year export and import data, FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, in ₹ Crore. Source: Ministry of Commerce & Industry, TradeStat EIDB.

FY 2018-19 Exp. Rank #1992

Balance

+69.85

Exports

101.96 ₹ Cr

0.0045% share

— YoY

40.83% of Sub-Ch. 0406

Imports

32.11 ₹ Cr

0.0009% share

— YoY

45.32% of Sub-Ch. 0406

FY 2019-20 Exp. Rank #1609

Balance

+111.82

Exports

146.08 ₹ Cr

0.0066% share

+43.27% YoY

58.80% of Sub-Ch. 0406

Imports

34.26 ₹ Cr

0.0010% share

+6.70% YoY

49.85% of Sub-Ch. 0406

FY 2020-21 Exp. Rank #1407

Balance

+185.12

Exports

192.27 ₹ Cr

0.0089% share

+31.62% YoY

64.60% of Sub-Ch. 0406

Imports

7.15 ₹ Cr

0.0002% share

−79.13% YoY

21.85% of Sub-Ch. 0406

FY 2021-22 Exp. Rank #1794

Balance

+144.31

Exports

172.78 ₹ Cr

0.0055% share

−10.14% YoY

62.35% of Sub-Ch. 0406

Imports

28.47 ₹ Cr

0.0006% share

+298.18% YoY

46.66% of Sub-Ch. 0406

FY 2022-23 Exp. Rank #1533

Balance

+185.26

Exports

243.01 ₹ Cr

0.0067% share

+40.65% YoY

64.33% of Sub-Ch. 0406

Imports

57.75 ₹ Cr

0.0010% share

+102.85% YoY

64.33% of Sub-Ch. 0406

FY 2023-24 Exp. Rank #1380

Balance

+226.10

Exports

302.10 ₹ Cr

0.0083% share

+24.32% YoY

67.00% of Sub-Ch. 0406

Imports

76.00 ₹ Cr

0.0014% share

+31.60% YoY

65.04% of Sub-Ch. 0406

FY 2024-25 Exp. Rank #1582

Balance

+192.60

Exports

261.66 ₹ Cr

0.0071% share

−13.39% YoY

52.87% of Sub-Ch. 0406

Imports

69.06 ₹ Cr

0.0011% share

−9.13% YoY

75.20% of Sub-Ch. 0406

CAGR · 7-Year

Exports

17.01% /yr

Imports

13.61% /yr

Consistently Surplus
Sub-Chapter 0406 total

reference, FY 2024-25

Export

₹494.90 Cr

Import

₹91.83 Cr

Trade Balance

+403.07

Peak export growth year Latest available data Not available YoY = change vs previous FY

Key Trade Insights: HSN Code 04069000 Export-Import Analysis

Consistent Export Growth: 17.01% CAGR Over 7 Years

India's exports under HSN Code 04069000 have grown at a compound annual rate of 17.01% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹101.96 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹261.66 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Code 04069000 Ranked #1582 Among All 12657 HSN codes by Export Value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 04069000 ranks #1582 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 0406, it ranks #1 of 7. By trade surplus, it ranks #1172 of 12657.

FY 2019-20 Was the Strongest Growth Year for HSN Code 04069000 Exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 04069000 was recorded in FY 2019-20, when exports surged by 43.27% over the prior year.

India Maintains a Trade Surplus of ₹192.60 Crore in HSN Code 04069000 Goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹261.66 Cr exceeded imports of ₹69.06 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹192.60 Crore — ranking #1172 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

Import Growth of 13.61% CAGR Signals Rising Demand for Chena or paneer (non pre-packaged)

India's imports under HSN Code 04069000 have grown at 13.61% CAGR, reaching ₹69.06 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Code 04069000 Contributes 52.87% of Sub-Chapter 0406 Exports — Ranked #1

Among the 7 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 0406, HSN Code 04069000 ranks #1 by export value — accounting for 52.87% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 75.20% share (rank #1).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common queries about HSN Code 04069000 and GST compliance.

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.