Find GST Rates & HSN

HSN Code 04079000: Preserved or Cooked Birds’ Eggs in Shell

HSN Code 04079000 represents Preserved or Cooked Birds’ Eggs in Shell under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Preserved or Cooked Birds’ Eggs in Shell correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Code 04079000, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import or export of Preserved or Cooked Birds’ Eggs in Shell.

Free Live Demo Available Today

Don’t Let HSN Mistakes Affect Your GST Filing

Manage correct HSN codes and GST rates with BUSY.

Trusted by 6,00,000+ Users
4.5 Google Rating
40K+ Monthly Downloads
Free Mobile App
+91

* No credit card required

Description of Goods for HSN Code 04079000

HSN Code 04079000 relates to the following description.

Description of Goods

Other

Chapter

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

Sub Chapter

0407 - Birds' eggs, in shell, fresh, preserved or cooked

CGST

0%

SGST

0%

IGST

0%

CESS

0%

What does HSN Code 04079000 not include?

Preserved or Cooked Birds’ Eggs in Shell does not include products with the following descriptions.

Stop worrying about HSN & TAX compliance

BUSY auto-applies the correct HSN codes & GST rates, ensuring 100% error-free billing every single time.

Automatic Updates
Error-free GSTR
6,00,000+ Happy Users
+91

* No credit card required

India’s Trade Performance — HSN Code 04079000 in FY 2025-26

TradeStat EIDB — Ministry of Commerce & Industry FY 2018-19–FY 2025-26 Values in ₹ Crore

India’s Exports

FY 2025-26

₹15 Cr

−21.40% vs FY 2024-25

0.0004% of India’s total exports

India’s Imports

FY 2025-26

₹6 Cr

+144.09% vs FY 2024-25

0.0001% of India’s total imports

Trade Balance

FY 2025-26

₹9 Cr

Trade Surplus

Surplus rank #3507 of 12872 HSN codes

% of Sub-Chapter 0407

FY 2025-26

0.79%

Share of Sub-Chapter 0407’s total exports in FY 2025-26

Import side: 75.15% of Sub-Chapter 0407’s imports

Rank Within Sub-Chapter 0407

FY 2025-26

#3 of 7

Position by export value among HSN codes in Sub-Chapter 0407

Import-side rank: #1 of 7

At a glance

18.10%

Export CAGR

FY 2018-19 → FY 2025-26 · 8 fiscal years

#5455

National Export Rank

of 12872 HSN codes by export value, FY 2025-26

+154.11%

Peak Growth Year

FY 2024-25 · strongest single-year move

0.79%

Contribution to Sub-Ch. 0407

Share of Sub-Chapter 0407 exports in FY 2025-26

India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Code 04079000

8-year export and import data, FY 2018-19 to FY 2025-26, in ₹ Crore. Source: Ministry of Commerce & Industry, TradeStat EIDB.

FY 2018-19 Exp. Rank #5949

Balance

+3.45

Exports

4.63 ₹ Cr

0.0002% share

— YoY

1.37% of Sub-Ch. 0407

Imports

1.18 ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

— YoY

15.29% of Sub-Ch. 0407

FY 2019-20 Exp. Rank #5596

Balance

+4.40

Exports

6.18 ₹ Cr

0.0003% share

+33.48% YoY

2.41% of Sub-Ch. 0407

Imports

1.78 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

+50.85% YoY

34.30% of Sub-Ch. 0407

FY 2020-21 Exp. Rank #6076

Balance

+4.42

Exports

4.42 ₹ Cr

0.0002% share

−28.48% YoY

2.51% of Sub-Ch. 0407

Imports

Nil ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−100.00% YoY

0.00% of Sub-Ch. 0407

FY 2021-22 Exp. Rank #6234

Balance

+3.62

Exports

5.50 ₹ Cr

0.0002% share

+24.43% YoY

2.21% of Sub-Ch. 0407

Imports

1.88 ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

— YoY

66.43% of Sub-Ch. 0407

FY 2022-23 Exp. Rank #6311

Balance

+1.81

Exports

5.72 ₹ Cr

0.0002% share

+4.00% YoY

1.13% of Sub-Ch. 0407

Imports

3.91 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

+107.98% YoY

91.57% of Sub-Ch. 0407

FY 2023-24 Exp. Rank #6086

Balance

+1.86

Exports

7.43 ₹ Cr

0.0002% share

+29.90% YoY

0.79% of Sub-Ch. 0407

Imports

5.57 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

+42.46% YoY

92.83% of Sub-Ch. 0407

FY 2024-25 Exp. Rank #4964

Balance

+16.34

Exports

18.88 ₹ Cr

0.0005% share

+154.11% YoY

2.32% of Sub-Ch. 0407

Imports

2.54 ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−54.40% YoY

85.23% of Sub-Ch. 0407

FY 2025-26 Exp. Rank #5455

Balance

+8.64

Exports

14.84 ₹ Cr

0.0004% share

−21.40% YoY

0.79% of Sub-Ch. 0407

Imports

6.20 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

+144.09% YoY

75.15% of Sub-Ch. 0407

CAGR · 8-Year

Exports

18.10% /yr

Imports

26.74% /yr

Consistently Surplus
Sub-Chapter 0407 total

reference, FY 2025-26

Export

₹1,875.54 Cr

Import

₹8.25 Cr

Trade Balance

+1,867.29

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

Key Trade Insights: HSN Code 04079000 Export-Import Analysis

Consistent Export Growth: 18.10% CAGR Over 8 Years

India's exports under HSN Code 04079000 have grown at a compound annual rate of 18.10% over 8 fiscal years, rising from ₹4.63 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹14.84 Crore in FY 2025-26.

HSN Code 04079000 Ranked #5455 Among All 12872 HSN codes by Export Value

In FY 2025-26, HSN Code 04079000 ranks #5455 out of 12872 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 0407, it ranks #3 of 7. By trade surplus, it ranks #3507 of 12872.

FY 2024-25 Was the Strongest Growth Year for HSN Code 04079000 Exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 04079000 was recorded in FY 2024-25, when exports surged by 154.11% over the prior year.

India Maintains a Trade Surplus of ₹8.64 Crore in HSN Code 04079000 Goods

In FY 2025-26, India's exports of ₹14.84 Cr exceeded imports of ₹6.20 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹8.64 Crore — ranking #3507 of 12872 by surplus magnitude.

Import Growth of 26.74% CAGR Signals Rising Demand for Preserved or Cooked Birds’ Eggs in Shell

India's imports under HSN Code 04079000 have grown at 26.74% CAGR, reaching ₹6.20 Crore in FY 2025-26.

HSN Code 04079000 Contributes 0.79% of Sub-Chapter 0407 Exports — Ranked #3

Among the 7 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 0407, HSN Code 04079000 ranks #3 by export value — accounting for 0.79% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2025-26. On the import side, it holds 75.15% share (rank #1).

Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common queries about HSN Code 04079000 and GST compliance.

What products are classified under HSN 4079000 ?

It includes Preserved or Cooked Birds’ Eggs in Shell

Any import/export nuance for Preserved or Cooked Birds’ Eggs in Shell?

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

How to bill mixed items when Preserved or Cooked Birds’ Eggs in Shell is sold with exempt goods?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN. Apply TBD for Preserved or Cooked Birds’ Eggs in Shell and Nil for exempt lines. This avoids misclassification and wrong tax collection.

Are e‑way bill and e‑invoice required for Preserved or Cooked Birds’ Eggs in Shell?

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.

Is ITC allowed for costs used to trade Preserved or Cooked Birds’ Eggs in Shell?

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.

Does ‘pre‑packaged & labelled’ change GST on Preserved or Cooked Birds’ Eggs in Shell?

Yes. When Preserved or Cooked Birds’ Eggs in Shell 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 Preserved or Cooked Birds’ Eggs in Shell?

Under HSN 04079000, Preserved or Cooked Birds’ Eggs in Shell attracts TBD subject to its exact form and packaging. Use the correct HSN and describe the form clearly on the invoice.

Found this useful? Add BUSY as a preferred source to see more of us on Google.

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.