HSN Code 16041290: Fish (whole/pieces, not minced) – Herrings – Other

HSN Code 16041290 represents Fish (whole/pieces, not minced) – Herrings – Other under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Fish (whole/pieces, not minced) – Herrings – Other correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Code 16041290, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import or export of Fish (whole/pieces, not minced) – Herrings – Other.

Live Demo Available Today

Experience the power of Expert Accounting

Join our guided walkthrough to see how BUSY can transform your business operations.

Trusted by 6,00,000+ Users
4.6 Google Rating
+91
expand_more

* No credit card required

Description of Goods for HSN Code 16041290

HSN Code 16041290 relates to the following description.

Description of Goods

Fish, whole or in pieces, but not minced : Herrings : Other

Chapter

16 - Preparation of meat, of fish or of crustaceans, molluscs or other aquatic invertebrates

Sub Chapter

1604 - Prepared or preserved fish; caviar and caviar substitutes prepared from fish eggs

CGST

6%

SGST

6%

IGST

12%

CESS

0%

What does HSN Code 16041290 not include?

Fish (whole/pieces, not minced) – Herrings – Other does not include products with the following descriptions.

HSN Code 16041310

Fish, whole or in pieces, but not minced : Sardines, sardinella and brisling or sprats : Sardines, sardinella and brisling

HSN Code 16041320

Fish, whole or in pieces, but not minced :Sardines, sardinella and brisling or sprats : Sprats

HSN Code 16041410

Fish, whole or in pieces, but not minced : Tunas, skipjack tuna and bonito (Sarda spp.) : Tunas

HSN Code 16041490

Fish, whole or in pieces, but not minced : Tunas, skipjack tuna and bonito (Sarda spp.) : Other

India’s Trade Performance — HSN Code 16041290 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

< ₹1 Crore

−30.61% vs FY 2023-24

0.0000% of India’s total exports

India’s Imports

FY 2024-25

Nil

First year of recorded data

0.0000% of India’s total imports

Trade Balance

FY 2024-25

< ₹1 Crore

Trade Surplus

Surplus rank #4931 of 12657 HSN codes

% of Sub-Chapter 1604

FY 2024-25

0.04%

Share of Sub-Chapter 1604’s total exports in FY 2024-25

Import side: 0.00% of Sub-Chapter 1604’s imports

Rank Within Sub-Chapter 1604

FY 2024-25

#7 of 15

Position by export value among HSN codes in Sub-Chapter 1604

At a glance

−19.61%

Export CAGR

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

#9126

National Export Rank

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

+52.78%

Peak Growth Year

FY 2021-22 · strongest single-year move

0.04%

Contribution to Sub-Ch. 1604

Share of Sub-Chapter 1604 exports in FY 2024-25

India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Code 16041290

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 #7408

Balance

+1.26

Exports

1.26 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

— YoY

0.43% of Sub-Ch. 1604

Imports

Nil ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

— YoY

0.00% of Sub-Ch. 1604

FY 2019-20 Exp. Rank #8275

Balance

+0.45

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−64.29% YoY

0.14% of Sub-Ch. 1604

Imports

Nil ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

— YoY

0.00% of Sub-Ch. 1604

FY 2020-21 Exp. Rank #8465

Balance

+0.36

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−20.00% YoY

0.09% of Sub-Ch. 1604

Imports

Nil ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

— YoY

0.00% of Sub-Ch. 1604

FY 2021-22 Exp. Rank #8501

Balance

+0.55

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

+52.78% YoY

0.11% of Sub-Ch. 1604

Imports

Nil ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

— YoY

0.00% of Sub-Ch. 1604

FY 2022-23 Exp. Rank #8363

Balance

+0.74

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

+34.55% YoY

0.12% of Sub-Ch. 1604

Imports

Nil ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

— YoY

0.00% of Sub-Ch. 1604

FY 2023-24 Exp. Rank #8809

Balance

+0.49

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−33.78% YoY

0.07% of Sub-Ch. 1604

Imports

Nil ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

— YoY

0.00% of Sub-Ch. 1604

FY 2024-25 Exp. Rank #9126

Balance

+0.34

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−30.61% YoY

0.04% of Sub-Ch. 1604

Imports

Nil ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

— YoY

0.00% of Sub-Ch. 1604

CAGR · 7-Year

Exports

−19.61% /yr

Imports

—

Consistently Surplus
Sub-Chapter 1604 total

reference, FY 2024-25

Export

₹895.19 Cr

Import

₹7.91 Cr

Trade Balance

+887.28

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

Key Trade Insights: HSN Code 16041290 Export-Import Analysis

Export Decline: −19.61% CAGR Over 7 Years

India's exports under HSN Code 16041290 have declined at a compound annual rate of −19.61% over 7 fiscal years, falling from ₹1.26 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹0.34 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Code 16041290 Ranked #9126 Among All 12657 HSN codes by Export Value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 16041290 ranks #9126 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 1604, it ranks #7 of 15. By trade surplus, it ranks #4931 of 12657.

FY 2021-22 Was the Strongest Growth Year for HSN Code 16041290 Exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 16041290 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 52.78% over the prior year.

India Maintains a Trade Surplus of ₹0.34 Crore in HSN Code 16041290 Goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹0.34 Cr exceeded imports of ₹0.00 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹0.34 Crore — ranking #4931 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

HSN Code 16041290 Contributes 0.04% of Sub-Chapter 1604 Exports — Ranked #7

Among the 15 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 1604, HSN Code 16041290 ranks #7 by export value — accounting for 0.04% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.00% share.

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
expand_more

* No credit card required

Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common queries about HSN Code 16041290 and GST compliance.

What products are classified under HSN 16041290 ?

It includes Fish (whole/pieces, not minced) – Herrings – Other

Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Fish (whole/pieces, not minced) – Herrings – Other?

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.

Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Fish (whole/pieces, not minced) – Herrings – Other?

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.

Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Fish (whole/pieces, not minced) – Herrings – Other?

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.

How much GST applies to Fish (whole/pieces, not minced) – Herrings – Other?

Under HSN 16041290, Fish (whole/pieces, not minced) – Herrings – Other attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the form and packaging clearly on the invoice.

Any common misclassification issue with Fish (whole/pieces, not minced) – Herrings – Other?

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.

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.