HSN Code 16041700 represents Eels (Whole or in Pieces) under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Eels (Whole or in Pieces) correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Code 16041700, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import or export of Eels (Whole or in Pieces).
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HSN Code 16041700 relates to the following description.
Description of Goods
Fish, whole or in pieces, but not minced : Eels
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%
Eels (Whole or in Pieces) does not include products with the following descriptions.
Fish, whole or in pieces, but not minced : Salmon
Fish, whole or in pieces, but not minced : Herrings : Pickled
Fish, whole or in pieces, but not minced : Herrings : Other
Fish, whole or in pieces, but not minced : Sardines, sardinella and brisling or sprats : Sardines, sardinella and brisling
Fish, whole or in pieces, but not minced :Sardines, sardinella and brisling or sprats : Sprats
Fish, whole or in pieces, but not minced : Tunas, skipjack tuna and bonito (Sarda spp.) : Tunas
Fish, whole or in pieces, but not minced : Tunas, skipjack tuna and bonito (Sarda spp.) : Other
Fish, whole or in pieces, but not minced : Mackerel
Fish, whole or in pieces, but not minced : Anchovies
Fish, whole or in pieces, but not minced : Shark fins
Fish, whole or in pieces, but not minced : Other
Other prepared or preserved fish
Caviar and caviar substitutes : Caviar
Caviar and caviar substitutes : Caviar substitutes
Fish, whole or in pieces, but not minced : Salmon
Fish, whole or in pieces, but not minced : Herrings : Pickled
Fish, whole or in pieces, but not minced : Herrings : Other
Fish, whole or in pieces, but not minced : Sardines, sardinella and brisling or sprats : Sardines, sardinella and brisling
Fish, whole or in pieces, but not minced :Sardines, sardinella and brisling or sprats : Sprats
Fish, whole or in pieces, but not minced : Tunas, skipjack tuna and bonito (Sarda spp.) : Tunas
Fish, whole or in pieces, but not minced : Tunas, skipjack tuna and bonito (Sarda spp.) : Other
Fish, whole or in pieces, but not minced : Mackerel
Fish, whole or in pieces, but not minced : Anchovies
Fish, whole or in pieces, but not minced : Shark fins
Fish, whole or in pieces, but not minced : Other
Other prepared or preserved fish
Caviar and caviar substitutes : Caviar
Caviar and caviar substitutes : Caviar substitutes
India’s Exports
FY 2024-25Nil
0.0000% of India’s total exports
India’s Imports
FY 2024-25< ₹1 Crore
0.0000% of India’s total imports
Trade Balance
FY 2024-25−< ₹1 Crore
Surplus rank #7617 of 12657 HSN codes
% of Sub-Chapter 1604
FY 2024-250.00%
Share of Sub-Chapter 1604’s total exports in FY 2024-25
Import side: 4.68% of Sub-Chapter 1604’s imports
7-year export and import data, FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, in ₹ Crore. Source: Ministry of Commerce & Industry, TradeStat EIDB.
Balance
0.00
Exports
Nil ₹ Cr
0.0000% share
— YoY
0.00% of Sub-Ch. 1604
Imports
Nil ₹ Cr
0.0000% share
— YoY
0.00% of Sub-Ch. 1604
Balance
0.00
Exports
Nil ₹ Cr
0.0000% share
— YoY
0.00% of Sub-Ch. 1604
Imports
Nil ₹ Cr
0.0000% share
— YoY
0.00% of Sub-Ch. 1604
Balance
0.00
Exports
Nil ₹ Cr
0.0000% share
— YoY
0.00% of Sub-Ch. 1604
Imports
Nil ₹ Cr
0.0000% share
— YoY
0.00% of Sub-Ch. 1604
Balance
−0.27
Exports
Nil ₹ Cr
0.0000% share
— YoY
0.00% of Sub-Ch. 1604
Imports
< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr
0.0000% share
— YoY
1.44% of Sub-Ch. 1604
Balance
−0.44
Exports
Nil ₹ Cr
0.0000% share
— YoY
0.00% of Sub-Ch. 1604
Imports
< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr
0.0000% share
+62.96% YoY
4.93% of Sub-Ch. 1604
Balance
−0.80
Exports
Nil ₹ Cr
0.0000% share
— YoY
0.00% of Sub-Ch. 1604
Imports
< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr
0.0000% share
+81.82% YoY
8.72% of Sub-Ch. 1604
Balance
−0.37
Exports
Nil ₹ Cr
0.0000% share
— YoY
0.00% of Sub-Ch. 1604
Imports
< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr
0.0000% share
−53.75% YoY
4.68% of Sub-Ch. 1604
reference, FY 2024-25
Export
₹895.19 Cr
Import
₹7.91 Cr
Trade Balance
+887.28
India exported ₹0.00 Crore worth of Eels (Whole or in Pieces) in FY 2024-25. Multi-year trend data is being compiled for this hsn code.
In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹0.37 Cr exceeded exports of ₹0.00 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹0.37 Crore — ranking #7617 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.
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Clear answers to common queries about HSN Code 16041700 and GST compliance.
It includes Eels (Whole or in Pieces)
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.
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.
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.
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.
Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Eels (Whole or in Pieces); Nil for exempt items if applicable).
Under HSN 16041700, Eels (Whole or in Pieces) attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the form and packaging clearly on the invoice.