HSN Code 16042000: Other Prepared Or Preserved Fish

HSN Code 16042000 represents Other Prepared Or Preserved Fish under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Other Prepared Or Preserved Fish correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Code 16042000, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import or export of Other Prepared Or Preserved Fish.

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Description of Goods for HSN Code 16042000

HSN Code 16042000 relates to the following description.

Description of Goods

Other prepared or preserved fish

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 16042000 not include?

Other Prepared Or Preserved Fish 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 16042000 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

₹829 Cr

+28.27% vs FY 2023-24

0.0225% of India’s total exports

India’s Imports

FY 2024-25

₹3 Cr

+67.07% vs FY 2023-24

0.0000% of India’s total imports

Trade Balance

FY 2024-25

₹826 Cr

Trade Surplus

Surplus rank #413 of 12657 HSN codes

% of Sub-Chapter 1604

FY 2024-25

92.59%

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

Import side: 35.27% of Sub-Chapter 1604’s imports

Rank Within Sub-Chapter 1604

FY 2024-25

#1 of 15

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

Import-side rank: #1 of 15

At a glance

20.25%

Export CAGR

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

#623

National Export Rank

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

+28.27%

Peak Growth Year

FY 2024-25 · strongest single-year move

92.59%

Contribution to Sub-Ch. 1604

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

India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Code 16042000

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 #1049

Balance

+273.49

Exports

274.16 ₹ Cr

0.0120% share

— YoY

92.63% of Sub-Ch. 1604

Imports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

— YoY

21.00% of Sub-Ch. 1604

FY 2019-20 Exp. Rank #980

Balance

+301.21

Exports

301.74 ₹ Cr

0.0137% share

+10.06% YoY

93.69% of Sub-Ch. 1604

Imports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−20.90% YoY

6.52% of Sub-Ch. 1604

FY 2020-21 Exp. Rank #853

Balance

+380.26

Exports

380.30 ₹ Cr

0.0177% share

+26.04% YoY

93.43% of Sub-Ch. 1604

Imports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−92.45% YoY

0.37% of Sub-Ch. 1604

FY 2021-22 Exp. Rank #927

Balance

+455.23

Exports

456.70 ₹ Cr

0.0146% share

+20.09% YoY

92.01% of Sub-Ch. 1604

Imports

1.47 ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

+3,575.00% YoY

7.82% of Sub-Ch. 1604

FY 2022-23 Exp. Rank #854

Balance

+551.22

Exports

553.59 ₹ Cr

0.0153% share

+21.22% YoY

93.09% of Sub-Ch. 1604

Imports

2.37 ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

+61.22% YoY

26.54% of Sub-Ch. 1604

FY 2023-24 Exp. Rank #763

Balance

+644.56

Exports

646.23 ₹ Cr

0.0179% share

+16.73% YoY

93.28% of Sub-Ch. 1604

Imports

1.67 ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−29.54% YoY

18.21% of Sub-Ch. 1604

FY 2024-25 Exp. Rank #623

Balance

+826.11

Exports

828.90 ₹ Cr

0.0225% share

+28.27% YoY

92.59% of Sub-Ch. 1604

Imports

2.79 ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

+67.07% YoY

35.27% of Sub-Ch. 1604

CAGR · 7-Year

Exports

20.25% /yr

Imports

26.84% /yr

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 16042000 Export-Import Analysis

Consistent Export Growth: 20.25% CAGR Over 7 Years

India's exports under HSN Code 16042000 have grown at a compound annual rate of 20.25% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹274.16 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹828.90 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Code 16042000 Ranked #623 Among All 12657 HSN codes by Export Value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 16042000 ranks #623 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 1604, it ranks #1 of 15. By trade surplus, it ranks #413 of 12657.

FY 2024-25 Was the Strongest Growth Year for HSN Code 16042000 Exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 16042000 was recorded in FY 2024-25, when exports surged by 28.27% over the prior year.

India Maintains a Trade Surplus of ₹826.11 Crore in HSN Code 16042000 Goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹828.90 Cr exceeded imports of ₹2.79 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹826.11 Crore — ranking #413 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

Import Growth of 26.84% CAGR Signals Rising Demand for Other Prepared Or Preserved Fish

India's imports under HSN Code 16042000 have grown at 26.84% CAGR, reaching ₹2.79 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Code 16042000 Contributes 92.59% of Sub-Chapter 1604 Exports — Ranked #1

Among the 15 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 1604, HSN Code 16042000 ranks #1 by export value — accounting for 92.59% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 35.27% share (rank #1).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common queries about HSN Code 16042000 and GST compliance.

What products are classified under HSN 16042000 ?

It includes Other Prepared Or Preserved Fish

Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Other Prepared Or Preserved Fish?

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 Other Prepared Or Preserved Fish?

Under HSN 16042000, Other Prepared Or Preserved Fish attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the form and packaging clearly on the invoice.

Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Other Prepared Or Preserved Fish?

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 Other Prepared Or Preserved Fish is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Other Prepared Or Preserved Fish; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Other Prepared Or Preserved Fish?

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.

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.