HSN Code 16041500: Fish (whole/pieces, not minced) – Mackerel

HSN Code 16041500 represents Fish (whole/pieces, not minced) – Mackerel under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Fish (whole/pieces, not minced) – Mackerel correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Code 16041500, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import or export of Fish (whole/pieces, not minced) – Mackerel.

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Description of Goods for HSN Code 16041500

HSN Code 16041500 relates to the following description.

Description of Goods

Fish, whole or in pieces, but not minced : Mackerel

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 16041500 not include?

Fish (whole/pieces, not minced) – Mackerel 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 16041500 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

+116.00% vs FY 2023-24

0.0000% of India’s total exports

India’s Imports

FY 2024-25

< ₹1 Crore

+1.82% vs FY 2023-24

0.0000% of India’s total imports

Trade Balance

FY 2024-25

−< ₹1 Crore

Trade Deficit

Surplus rank #7174 of 12657 HSN codes

% of Sub-Chapter 1604

FY 2024-25

0.06%

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

Import side: 7.08% of Sub-Chapter 1604’s imports

Rank Within Sub-Chapter 1604

FY 2024-25

#5 of 15

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

Import-side rank: #6 of 15

At a glance

61.89%

Export CAGR

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

#8762

National Export Rank

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

+400.00%

Peak Growth Year

FY 2020-21 · strongest single-year move

0.06%

Contribution to Sub-Ch. 1604

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

India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Code 16041500

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 #9664

Balance

−0.21

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

— YoY

0.01% of Sub-Ch. 1604

Imports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

— YoY

7.52% of Sub-Ch. 1604

FY 2019-20 Exp. Rank #9613

Balance

−0.29

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

0.00% YoY

0.01% of Sub-Ch. 1604

Imports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

+33.33% YoY

3.94% of Sub-Ch. 1604

FY 2020-21 Exp. Rank #9034

Balance

−3.93

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

+400.00% YoY

0.04% of Sub-Ch. 1604

Imports

4.08 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

+1,175.00% YoY

38.06% of Sub-Ch. 1604

FY 2021-22 Exp. Rank #9176

Balance

−0.75

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

+40.00% YoY

0.04% of Sub-Ch. 1604

Imports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−76.47% YoY

5.10% of Sub-Ch. 1604

FY 2022-23 Exp. Rank #8854

Balance

−0.10

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

+90.48% YoY

0.07% of Sub-Ch. 1604

Imports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−47.92% YoY

5.60% of Sub-Ch. 1604

FY 2023-24 Exp. Rank #9307

Balance

−0.30

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−37.50% YoY

0.04% of Sub-Ch. 1604

Imports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

+10.00% YoY

6.00% of Sub-Ch. 1604

FY 2024-25 Exp. Rank #8762

Balance

−0.02

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

+116.00% YoY

0.06% of Sub-Ch. 1604

Imports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

+1.82% YoY

7.08% of Sub-Ch. 1604

CAGR · 7-Year

Exports

61.89% /yr

Imports

15.17% /yr

Consistently Deficit
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 16041500 Export-Import Analysis

Consistent Export Growth: 61.89% CAGR Over 7 Years

India's exports under HSN Code 16041500 have grown at a compound annual rate of 61.89% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹0.03 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹0.54 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Code 16041500 Ranked #8762 Among All 12657 HSN codes by Export Value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 16041500 ranks #8762 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 1604, it ranks #5 of 15. By trade surplus, it ranks #7174 of 12657.

FY 2020-21 Was the Strongest Growth Year for HSN Code 16041500 Exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 16041500 was recorded in FY 2020-21, when exports surged by 400.00% over the prior year.

India Records a Trade Deficit of ₹0.02 Crore in HSN Code 16041500 Goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹0.56 Cr exceeded exports of ₹0.54 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹0.02 Crore — ranking #7174 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

Import Growth of 15.17% CAGR Signals Rising Demand for Fish (whole/pieces, not minced) – Mackerel

India's imports under HSN Code 16041500 have grown at 15.17% CAGR, reaching ₹0.56 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Code 16041500 Contributes 0.06% of Sub-Chapter 1604 Exports — Ranked #5

Among the 15 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 1604, HSN Code 16041500 ranks #5 by export value — accounting for 0.06% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 7.08% share (rank #6).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common queries about HSN Code 16041500 and GST compliance.

What products are classified under HSN 16041500 ?

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

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

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 Fish (whole/pieces, not minced) – Mackerel?

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.

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

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 should mixed supplies be billed when Fish (whole/pieces, not minced) – Mackerel is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Fish (whole/pieces, not minced) – Mackerel; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

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

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.