HSN Code 16056200: Sea Urchins

HSN Code 16056200 represents Sea Urchins under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Sea Urchins correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Code 16056200, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import/export of Sea Urchins.

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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 urchins	6%	6%	12%	0%

Description of goods

Other aquatic invertebrates : Sea urchins

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
16056100	Other aquatic invertebrates : Sea cucumbers
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 16056100

Other aquatic invertebrates : Sea cucumbers

HSN Code 16056300

Other aquatic invertebrates : Jellyfish

HSN Code 16056900

Other aquatic invertebrates : Other

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What products are classified under HSN 16056200 ?

It includes Sea Urchins

Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Sea Urchins?

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 Sea Urchins?

Under HSN 16056200, Sea Urchins 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 Sea Urchins?

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 Sea Urchins?

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.

Any common misclassification issue with Sea Urchins?

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.

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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