HSN Code 12119056: Ashwagandha (withania somnifera)

HSN Code 12119056 represents Ashwagandha (withania somnifera) under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Ashwagandha (withania somnifera) correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Code 12119056, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import/export of Ashwagandha (withania somnifera).

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Description of Goods for Ashwagandha (withania somnifera)

HSN Code 12119056 relates to the following description:

Chapter Number Chapter Name Sub Chapter Number Sub Chapter Name Description of Goods CGST
(%)
SGST
(%)
IGST
(%)
CESS
(%)
12 Oil seeds and oleaginous fruits, miscellaneous grains, seeds and fruit; industrial or medicinal plants; straw and fodder 1211 Plants and parts of plants (including seeds and fruits), of a kind used primarily in perfumery, in pharmacy or for insecticidal, fungicidal or similar purpose, fresh or dried, whether or not cut, crushed or powdered Basil, hyssop, rosemary, sage and savory 2.5% 2.5% 5% 0%

Description of goods

Basil, hyssop, rosemary, sage and savory

Chapter

12 – Oil seeds and oleaginous fruits, miscellaneous grains, seeds and fruit; industrial or medicinal plants; straw and fodder

Sub Chapter

1211 – Plants and parts of plants (including seeds and fruits), of a kind used primarily in perfumery, in pharmacy or for insecticidal, fungicidal or similar purpose, fresh or dried, whether or not cut, crushed or powdered

CGST 2.5%
SGST 2.5%
IGST 5%
CESS 0%

What does HSN Code 12119056 not include?

Ashwagandha (withania somnifera) does not include products with the following descriptions:

HSN Code Description
Plants and parts of plants (including seeds and fruits), of a kind used primarily in perfumery, in pharmacy or for insecticidal, fungicidal or similar purpose, fresh or dried, whether or not cut, crushed or powdered liquorice roots
Ginseng roots
Coca leaf
Poppy straw
Ephedra
Bark of African cherry (Prunus africana)
Other : Seeds : Ambrette seeds
Other : Seeds : Nuxvomica, dried ripe seeds (
Other : Seeds : Psyllium seed (isobgul)
Other : Seeds : Neem seed
Other : Seeds : Jojoba seed
Garcinia
Other : Seeds : Other
Other : Leaves, powder, flowers and pods : Belladona leaves
Other : Leaves, powder, flowers and pods : Senna leaves and pods
Other : Leaves, powder, flowers and pods : Neem leaves, powder
Other : Leaves, powder, flowers and pods : Gymnema powder
Other : Leaves, powder, flowers and pods : Cubeb powder
Other : Leaves, powder, flowers and pods : Pyrethrum
Other : Leaves, powder, flowers and pods : Other
Other : Bark, husk and rind : Cascara sagrada bark
Other : Bark, husk and rind : Psyllium husk (isobgul husk)
Other : Bark, husk and rind : Gamboge fruit rind
Ashoka (saraca asoca.)
Arjuna (terminalia arjuna)
Other : Bark, husk and rind : Other
Other : Roots and rhizomes : Belladona roots
Other : Roots and rhizomes : Galangal rhizomes and roots
Other : Roots and rhizomes : Ipecac dried rhizome and roots
Other : Roots and rhizomes : Serpentina roots (rowwalfia serpentina and other species of rowwalfias)
Other : Roots and rhizomes : Zedovary roots
Other : Roots and rhizomes : Kuth root
Other : Roots and rhizomes : Sarasaparilla roots
Other : Roots and rhizomes : Sweet flag rhizomes
Other : Roots and rhizomes : Other
Other : Sandalwood chips and dust
Sandalwood chips and dust
Vinca rosea herbs
Mint
Agarwood
Chirata
Ashwagandha (withania somnifera)
Giloy (tinospora cordifolia)
Other
Other : Vinca rosea herbs
Other : Mint including leaves (all species)
Other : Agarwood
Other
Other : Other : Chirata
Other : Other : Tukmaria
Other : Other : Unab (Indian Jujuba or Chinese dates)
Other : Other : Basil, hyssop, rosemary, sage and savory
Other : Other : Lovage
Other : Other : Garcinia
Other : fresh or chilled
Other : Other : Other

Plants and parts of plants (including seeds and fruits), of a kind used primarily in perfumery, in pharmacy or for insecticidal, fungicidal or similar purpose, fresh or dried, whether or not cut, crushed or powdered liquorice roots

Ginseng roots

Bark of African cherry (Prunus africana)

Other : Seeds : Ambrette seeds

Other : Seeds : Nuxvomica, dried ripe seeds (

Other : Seeds : Psyllium seed (isobgul)

Other : Seeds : Neem seed

Other : Seeds : Jojoba seed

Other : Seeds : Other

Other : Leaves, powder, flowers and pods : Belladona leaves

Other : Leaves, powder, flowers and pods : Senna leaves and pods

Other : Leaves, powder, flowers and pods : Neem leaves, powder

Other : Leaves, powder, flowers and pods : Gymnema powder

Other : Leaves, powder, flowers and pods : Cubeb powder

Other : Leaves, powder, flowers and pods : Pyrethrum

Other : Leaves, powder, flowers and pods : Other

Other : Bark, husk and rind : Cascara sagrada bark

Other : Bark, husk and rind : Psyllium husk (isobgul husk)

Other : Bark, husk and rind : Gamboge fruit rind

Ashoka (saraca asoca.)

Arjuna (terminalia arjuna)

Other : Bark, husk and rind : Other

Other : Roots and rhizomes : Belladona roots

Other : Roots and rhizomes : Galangal rhizomes and roots

Other : Roots and rhizomes : Ipecac dried rhizome and roots

Other : Roots and rhizomes : Serpentina roots (rowwalfia serpentina and other species of rowwalfias)

Other : Roots and rhizomes : Zedovary roots

Other : Roots and rhizomes : Kuth root

Other : Roots and rhizomes : Sarasaparilla roots

Other : Roots and rhizomes : Sweet flag rhizomes

Other : Roots and rhizomes : Other

Other : Sandalwood chips and dust

Sandalwood chips and dust

Vinca rosea herbs

Ashwagandha (withania somnifera)

Giloy (tinospora cordifolia)

Other : Vinca rosea herbs

Other : Mint including leaves (all species)

Other : Agarwood

Other : Other : Chirata

Other : Other : Tukmaria

Other : Other : Unab (Indian Jujuba or Chinese dates)

Other : Other : Basil, hyssop, rosemary, sage and savory

Other : Other : Lovage

Other : Other : Garcinia

Other : fresh or chilled

Other : Other : Other

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FAQs for HSN Code 12119056

What products are classified under HSN 12119056 ?

It includes Wattle Bark (Mimosa Bark): Dyeing/Tanning

Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Ashwagandha (withania somnifera)?

For food/agri items, GST can be 5% when not fresh/chilled and sold as pre‑packaged & labelled; otherwise often Nil. For non‑food items, rates depend on the specific sub‑heading.

How much GST applies to Ashwagandha (withania somnifera)?

Under HSN 12119056, Ashwagandha (withania somnifera) attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Ashwagandha (withania somnifera)?

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

Any common misclassification issue with Ashwagandha (withania somnifera)?

Use the exact HSN and describe the form/grade. For multi‑line invoices, apply the rate per line to avoid wrong tax collection.

Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Ashwagandha (withania somnifera)?

If your outward supply is taxable, eligible ITC is available subject to general restrictions. For exempt/Nil supplies, reverse credit per Rule 42.

How should mixed supplies be billed when Ashwagandha (withania somnifera) is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Ashwagandha (withania somnifera); Nil for exempt items if applicable).

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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