HSN Code 16056100: Other aquatic invertebrates : Sea cucumbers

HSN Code 16056100 represents Other aquatic invertebrates : Sea cucumbers under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Other aquatic invertebrates : Sea cucumbers correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Code 16056100, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import/export of Other aquatic invertebrates : Sea cucumbers.

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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	1605	Crustaceans, molluscs and other aquatic invertebrates, prepared or preserved	Other aquatic invertebrates : Sea cucumbers	6%	6%	12%	0%

Description of goods

Other aquatic invertebrates : Sea cucumbers

Chapter

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

Sub Chapter

1605 – Crustaceans, molluscs and other aquatic invertebrates, prepared or preserved

CGST 6%

SGST 6%

IGST 12%

CESS 0%

HSN Code	Description
16051000	Crab
16052100	Shrimps and prawns : Not in airtight container
16052900	Shrimps and prawns : Other
16053000	Lobster
16054000	Other crustaceans
16055100	Molluscs : Oysters
16055200	Molluscs : Scallops, including queen scallops
16055300	Molluscs : Mussels
16055400	Molluscs : Cuttle fish and squid
16055500	Molluscs : Octopus
16055600	Molluscs : Clams, cockles and arkshells
16055700	Molluscs : Abalone
16055800	Molluscs : Snails, other than sea snails
16055900	Molluscs : Other
16056200	Other aquatic invertebrates : Sea urchins
16056300	Other aquatic invertebrates : Jellyfish
16056900	Other aquatic invertebrates : Other

HSN Code 16051000

Crab

HSN Code 16052100

Shrimps and prawns : Not in airtight container

HSN Code 16052900

Shrimps and prawns : Other

HSN Code 16053000

Lobster

HSN Code 16054000

Other crustaceans

HSN Code 16055100

Molluscs : Oysters

HSN Code 16055200

Molluscs : Scallops, including queen scallops

HSN Code 16055300

Molluscs : Mussels

HSN Code 16055400

Molluscs : Cuttle fish and squid

HSN Code 16055500

Molluscs : Octopus

HSN Code 16055600

Molluscs : Clams, cockles and arkshells

HSN Code 16055700

Molluscs : Abalone

HSN Code 16055800

Molluscs : Snails, other than sea snails

HSN Code 16055900

Molluscs : Other

HSN Code 16056200

Other aquatic invertebrates : Sea urchins

HSN Code 16056300

Other aquatic invertebrates : Jellyfish

HSN Code 16056900

Other aquatic invertebrates : Other

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What products are classified under HSN 16056100 ?

It includes Other aquatic invertebrates : Sea cucumbers

Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Other aquatic invertebrates : Sea cucumbers?

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 Other aquatic invertebrates : Sea cucumbers?

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 aquatic invertebrates : Sea cucumbers?

Under HSN 16056100, Other aquatic invertebrates : Sea cucumbers attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the form and packaging clearly on the invoice.

How should mixed supplies be billed when Other aquatic invertebrates : Sea cucumbers is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Other aquatic invertebrates : Sea cucumbers; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Other aquatic invertebrates : Sea cucumbers?

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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