HSN Code 12122990: Seaweeds and other algae

HSN Code 12122990 represents Seaweeds and other algae under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Seaweeds and other algae correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Code 12122990, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import/export of Seaweeds and other algae.

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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	1212	Locust beans, seaweeds and other algae, sugar beet and sugarcane, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not ground; fruit stones and kernels and other vegetable products (including unroasted chicory roots of the variety ci-chorium intybus sativum) of a kind used primarily for human consumption, not elsewhere specified or included	Seaweeds and Other Algae : Other [ fresh or chilled ]	0%	0%	0%	0%
12	Oil seeds and oleaginous fruits, miscellaneous grains, seeds and fruit; industrial or medicinal plants; straw and fodder	1212	Locust beans, seaweeds and other algae, sugar beet and sugarcane, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not ground; fruit stones and kernels and other vegetable products (including unroasted chicory roots of the variety ci-chorium intybus sativum) of a kind used primarily for human consumption, not elsewhere specified or included	Seaweeds and Other Algae : Other : Other algae	2.5%	2.5%	5%	0%

Description of goods

Seaweeds and Other Algae : Other [ fresh or chilled ]

Chapter

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

Sub Chapter

1212 – Locust beans, seaweeds and other algae, sugar beet and sugarcane, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not ground; fruit stones and kernels and other vegetable products (including unroasted chicory roots of the variety ci-chorium intybus sativum) of a kind used primarily for human consumption, not elsewhere specified or included

CGST 0%

SGST 0%

IGST 0%

CESS 0%

Description of goods

Seaweeds and Other Algae : Other : Other algae

Chapter

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

Sub Chapter

CGST 2.5%

SGST 2.5%

IGST 5%

CESS 0%

HSN Code	Description
12121010	Locust beans, seaweeds and other algae, sugar beet and sugarcane, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not ground; fruit stones and kernels and other vegetable products (including unroasted chicory roots of the variety ci-chorium intybus sativum) of a kind used primarily for human consumption, not elsewhere specified or included locust beans, including locust bean seeds : of seed quality
12121090	Locust beans, seaweeds and other algae, sugar beet and sugarcane, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not ground; fruit stones and kernels and other vegetable products (including unroasted chicory roots of the variety ci-chorium intybus sativum) of a kind used primarily for human consumption, not elsewhere specified or included locust beans, including locust bean seeds : other
12122010	Locust beans, seaweeds and other algae, sugar beet and sugarcane, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not ground; fruit stones and kernels and other vegetable products (including unroasted chicory roots of the variety ci-chorium intybus sativum) of a kind used primarily for human consumption, not elsewhere specified or included seaweeds and other algae : seaweeds
12122090	Locust beans, seaweeds and other algae, sugar beet and sugarcane, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not ground; fruit stones and kernels and other vegetable products (including unroasted chicory roots of the variety ci-chorium intybus sativum) of a kind used primarily for human consumption, not elsewhere specified or included seaweeds and other algae : other algae
12122110	Seaweeds and Other Algae : Fit for human consumption : Seaweeds
12122190	Seaweeds and Other Algae : Fit for human consumption : Other algae
12122910	Seaweeds and Other Algae : Other : Seaweeds
12123010	Locust beans, seaweeds and other algae, sugar beet and sugarcane, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not ground; fruit stones and kernels and other vegetable products (including unroasted chicory roots of the variety ci-chorium intybus sativum) of a kind used primarily for human consumption, not elsewhere specified or included apricot, peach (including nectarine) or plum stones and kernels : apricot kernels
12123090	Locust beans, seaweeds and other algae, sugar beet and sugarcane, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not ground; fruit stones and kernels and other vegetable products (including unroasted chicory roots of the variety ci-chorium intybus sativum) of a kind used primarily for human consumption, not elsewhere specified or included apricot, peach (including nectarine) or plum stones and kernels : other
12129100	Other : Sugar beet and sugarcane [fresh or chilled ]
12129100	Other : Sugar beet
12129200	Other : Locust beans (carob) (fresh or chilled )
12129200	Other : Locust beans (carob)
12129300	Other : Sugar cane
12129400	Other : Chicory roots
12129910	Other : Other : Kokam (cocum) flowers
12129920	Other : Other : Mohua flowers
12129990	Other : Other : Other

HSN Code 12121010

Locust beans, seaweeds and other algae, sugar beet and sugarcane, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not ground; fruit stones and kernels and other vegetable products (including unroasted chicory roots of the variety ci-chorium intybus sativum) of a kind used primarily for human consumption, not elsewhere specified or included locust beans, including locust bean seeds : of seed quality

HSN Code 12121090

HSN Code 12122010

HSN Code 12122090

HSN Code 12122110

Seaweeds and Other Algae : Fit for human consumption : Seaweeds

HSN Code 12122190

Seaweeds and Other Algae : Fit for human consumption : Other algae

HSN Code 12122910

Seaweeds and Other Algae : Other : Seaweeds

HSN Code 12123010

Locust beans, seaweeds and other algae, sugar beet and sugarcane, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not ground; fruit stones and kernels and other vegetable products (including unroasted chicory roots of the variety ci-chorium intybus sativum) of a kind used primarily for human consumption, not elsewhere specified or included apricot, peach (including nectarine) or plum stones and kernels : apricot kernels

HSN Code 12123090

Locust beans, seaweeds and other algae, sugar beet and sugarcane, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not ground; fruit stones and kernels and other vegetable products (including unroasted chicory roots of the variety ci-chorium intybus sativum) of a kind used primarily for human consumption, not elsewhere specified or included apricot, peach (including nectarine) or plum stones and kernels : other

HSN Code 12129100

Other : Sugar beet and sugarcane [fresh or chilled ]

HSN Code 12129100

Other : Sugar beet

HSN Code 12129200

Other : Locust beans (carob) (fresh or chilled )

HSN Code 12129200

Other : Locust beans (carob)

HSN Code 12129300

Other : Sugar cane

HSN Code 12129400

Other : Chicory roots

HSN Code 12129910

Other : Other : Kokam (cocum) flowers

HSN Code 12129920

Other : Other : Mohua flowers

HSN Code 12129990

Other : Other : Other

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What products are classified under HSN 12122990 ?

It includes Seaweeds and other algae

Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Seaweeds and other algae?

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

How much GST applies to Seaweeds and other algae?

Under HSN 12122990, Seaweeds and other algae attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the form and packaging clearly on the invoice.

Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Seaweeds and other algae?

Generate an e‑way bill if the consignment value exceeds ₹50,000 (subject to exemptions). e‑Invoicing is turnover‑based (presently AATO > ₹5 crore) for B2B supplies.

Any common misclassification issue with Seaweeds and other algae?

Use the exact HSN and the correct form (fresh/chilled vs. frozen/dried; PPL vs. not). Apply the rate per line to avoid wrong tax collection.

Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Seaweeds and other algae?

For many agri/food items, GST applies at 5% when they are not fresh/chilled and are sold as pre‑packaged & labelled. Loose or fresh/chilled forms may be Nil.

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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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