HSN Code 18020000: Cocoa Shells, Husks & Waste

HSN Code 18020000 represents Cocoa Shells, Husks & Waste under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Cocoa Shells, Husks & Waste correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Code 18020000, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import/export of Cocoa Shells, Husks & Waste.

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Description of Goods for Cocoa Shells, Husks & Waste

HSN Code 18020000 relates to the following description:

Chapter Number Chapter Name Sub Chapter Number Sub Chapter Name Description of Goods CGST
(%)
SGST
(%)
IGST
(%)
CESS
(%)
18 Cocoa and cocoa preparations 1802 Cocoa shells, husks, skins and other cocoa waste Cocoa shells, husks, skins and other cocoa waste 2.5% 2.5% 5% 0%

Description of goods

Cocoa shells, husks, skins and other cocoa waste

Chapter

18 – Cocoa and cocoa preparations

Sub Chapter

1802 – Cocoa shells, husks, skins and other cocoa waste

CGST 2.5%
SGST 2.5%
IGST 5%
CESS 0%

What does HSN Code 18020000 not include?

Cocoa Shells, Husks & Waste does not include products with the following descriptions:

HSN Code Description

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FAQs for HSN Code 18020000

What products are classified under HSN 18020000 ?

It includes Cocoa Shells, Husks & Waste

Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Cocoa Shells, Husks & Waste?

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.

How should mixed supplies be billed when Cocoa Shells, Husks & Waste is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Cocoa Shells, Husks & Waste; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

Any common misclassification issue with Cocoa Shells, Husks & Waste?

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 Cocoa Shells, Husks & Waste?

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 much GST applies to Cocoa Shells, Husks & Waste?

Under HSN 18020000, Cocoa Shells, Husks & Waste attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the form and packaging clearly on the invoice.

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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