HSN Code 16043200: Caviar substitutes

HSN Code 16043200 represents Caviar substitutes under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Caviar substitutes correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Code 16043200, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import/export of Caviar substitutes.

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Chapter Number	Chapter Name	Sub Chapter Number	Sub Chapter Name	Description of Goods	CGST (%)	SGST (%)	IGST (%)	CESS (%)
16	Preparation of meat, of fish or of crustaceans, molluscs or other aquatic invertebrates	1604	Prepared or preserved fish; caviar and caviar substitutes prepared from fish eggs	Caviar and caviar substitutes : Caviar substitutes	6%	6%	12%	0%

Description of goods

Caviar and caviar substitutes : Caviar substitutes

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%

HSN Code	Description
16041100	Fish, whole or in pieces, but not minced : Salmon
16041210	Fish, whole or in pieces, but not minced : Herrings : Pickled
16041290	Fish, whole or in pieces, but not minced : Herrings : Other
16041310	Fish, whole or in pieces, but not minced : Sardines, sardinella and brisling or sprats : Sardines, sardinella and brisling
16041320	Fish, whole or in pieces, but not minced :Sardines, sardinella and brisling or sprats : Sprats
16041410	Fish, whole or in pieces, but not minced : Tunas, skipjack tuna and bonito (Sarda spp.) : Tunas
16041490	Fish, whole or in pieces, but not minced : Tunas, skipjack tuna and bonito (Sarda spp.) : Other
16041500	Fish, whole or in pieces, but not minced : Mackerel
16041600	Fish, whole or in pieces, but not minced : Anchovies
16041700	Fish, whole or in pieces, but not minced : Eels
16041800	Fish, whole or in pieces, but not minced : Shark fins
16041900	Fish, whole or in pieces, but not minced : Other
16042000	Other prepared or preserved fish
16043100	Caviar and caviar substitutes : Caviar

HSN Code 16041100

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

HSN Code 16041210

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

HSN Code 16041290

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

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

HSN Code 16041500

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

HSN Code 16041600

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

HSN Code 16041700

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

HSN Code 16041800

Fish, whole or in pieces, but not minced : Shark fins

HSN Code 16041900

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

HSN Code 16042000

Other prepared or preserved fish

HSN Code 16043100

Caviar and caviar substitutes : Caviar

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What products are classified under HSN 16043200 ?

It includes Caviar substitutes

How much GST applies to Caviar substitutes?

Under HSN 16043200, Caviar substitutes attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the form and packaging clearly on the invoice.

How should mixed supplies be billed when Caviar substitutes is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Caviar substitutes; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

Any common misclassification issue with Caviar substitutes?

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 Caviar substitutes?

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.

Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Caviar substitutes?

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.

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