0404 HSN Code: Whey & milk products, sweetened

HSN Sub Chapter 0404 represents Whey & milk products, sweetened under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Whey & milk products, sweetened correctly for billing, taxation, and trade purposes. With HSN Sub Chapter 0404, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import/export of Whey & milk products, sweetened.

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New GST Rate for HSN Code 0404

GST Rate for Whey & milk products, sweetened under HSN Code 0404. Understand current tax rates, exemptions, and legal classifications to ensure accurate billing and GST filing.

Chapter No

04

HSN Code

0404

HSN Description

Whey, whether or not concentrated or containing added sugar or other sweetening matter; products consisting of natural milk constituents, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter, not elsewhere specified or included

New GST Rate

5 %
Essential

Old GST Rate

5 %

Tariff HSN Codes under HSN Sub Chapter 0404

Following tariff HSN codes fall under Whey & milk products, sweetened.

Tariff HSN

04041010

Description

Whey and modified whey, whether or not concentrated or containing added sugar or other sweetening matter :Whey, concentrated, evaporated or condensed, liquid or semi-solid

Tariff HSN

04041020

Description

Whey and modified whey, whether or not concentrated or containing added sugar or other sweetening matter :Whey, dry, blocks and powdered

Tariff HSN

04041090

Description

Whey and modified whey, whether or not concentrated or containing added sugar or other sweetening matter:Other

Tariff HSN

04049000

Description

other

India’s Trade Performance — HSN Sub-Chapter 0404 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

₹18 Cr

+65.25% vs FY 2023-24

0.0005% of India’s total exports

India’s Imports

FY 2024-25

₹208 Cr

−23.64% vs FY 2023-24

0.0034% of India’s total imports

Trade Balance

FY 2024-25

−₹191 Cr

Trade Deficit

Surplus rank #774 of 1233 subchapters

% of Chapter 04

FY 2024-25

0.24%

Share of Chapter 04’s total exports in FY 2024-25

Import side: 53.82% of Chapter 04’s imports

Rank Within Chapter 04

FY 2024-25

#9 of 10

Position by export value among subchapters in Chapter 04

Import-side rank: #1 of 10

At a glance

−9.88%

Export CAGR

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

#1011

National Export Rank

of 1233 subchapters by export value, FY 2024-25

+65.25%

Peak Growth Year

FY 2024-25 · strongest single-year move

0.24%

Contribution to Ch. 04

Share of Chapter 04 exports in FY 2024-25

India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Sub-Chapter 0404

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 #889

Balance

−52.90

Exports

32.67 ₹ Cr

0.0014% share

— YoY

0.87% of Ch. 04

Imports

85.57 ₹ Cr

0.0024% share

— YoY

37.42% of Ch. 04

FY 2019-20 Exp. Rank #1032

Balance

−116.45

Exports

5.85 ₹ Cr

0.0003% share

−82.09% YoY

0.23% of Ch. 04

Imports

122.30 ₹ Cr

0.0036% share

+42.92% YoY

45.87% of Ch. 04

FY 2020-21 Exp. Rank #1055

Balance

−155.82

Exports

4.62 ₹ Cr

0.0002% share

−21.03% YoY

0.18% of Ch. 04

Imports

160.44 ₹ Cr

0.0055% share

+31.19% YoY

64.50% of Ch. 04

FY 2021-22 Exp. Rank #1057

Balance

−113.74

Exports

5.62 ₹ Cr

0.0002% share

+21.65% YoY

0.12% of Ch. 04

Imports

119.36 ₹ Cr

0.0026% share

−25.60% YoY

53.12% of Ch. 04

FY 2022-23 Exp. Rank #1059

Balance

−180.77

Exports

6.95 ₹ Cr

0.0002% share

+23.67% YoY

0.14% of Ch. 04

Imports

187.72 ₹ Cr

0.0033% share

+57.27% YoY

51.53% of Ch. 04

FY 2023-24 Exp. Rank #1037

Balance

−262.24

Exports

10.59 ₹ Cr

0.0003% share

+52.37% YoY

0.20% of Ch. 04

Imports

272.83 ₹ Cr

0.0049% share

+45.34% YoY

54.47% of Ch. 04

FY 2024-25 Exp. Rank #1011

Balance

−190.83

Exports

17.50 ₹ Cr

0.0005% share

+65.25% YoY

0.24% of Ch. 04

Imports

208.33 ₹ Cr

0.0034% share

−23.64% YoY

53.82% of Ch. 04

CAGR · 7-Year

Exports

−9.88% /yr

Imports

15.99% /yr

Consistently Deficit
Chapter 04 total

reference, FY 2024-25

Export

₹7,242.47 Cr

Import

₹387.11 Cr

Trade Balance

+6,855.36

Peak export growth year Latest available data Not available YoY = change vs previous FY

Key Trade Insights: HSN Sub-Chapter 0404 Export-Import Analysis

Export Decline: −9.88% CAGR Over 7 Years

India's exports under HSN Sub-Chapter 0404 have declined at a compound annual rate of −9.88% over 7 fiscal years, falling from ₹32.67 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹17.50 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Sub-Chapter 0404 Ranked #1011 Among All 1233 Subchapters by Export Value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Sub-Chapter 0404 ranks #1011 out of 1233 subchapters by total export value. Within Chapter 04, it ranks #9 of 10. By trade surplus, it ranks #774 of 1233.

FY 2024-25 Was the Strongest Growth Year for HSN Sub-Chapter 0404 Exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Sub-Chapter 0404 was recorded in FY 2024-25, when exports surged by 65.25% over the prior year.

India Records a Trade Deficit of ₹190.83 Crore in HSN Sub-Chapter 0404 Goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹208.33 Cr exceeded exports of ₹17.50 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹190.83 Crore — ranking #774 of 1233 by surplus magnitude.

Import Growth of 15.99% CAGR Signals Rising Demand for Whey & milk products, sweetened

India's imports under HSN Sub-Chapter 0404 have grown at 15.99% CAGR, reaching ₹208.33 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Sub-Chapter 0404 Contributes 0.24% of Chapter 04 Exports — Ranked #9

Among the 10 subchapters under Chapter 04, HSN Sub-Chapter 0404 ranks #9 by export value — accounting for 0.24% of the chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 53.82% share (rank #1).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common queries about HSN Sub Chapter 0404 and GST compliance.

What products are classified under HSN 0404

It includes Whey & milk products, sweetened

What should my invoice and records include for Whey & milk products, sweetened?

Include HSN, exact description, pack size/grade, quantity, and if pre‑packaged & labelled. Maintain purchase specs, test reports (where relevant), and job‑work challans for audit trail.

Any special steps when selling Whey & milk products, sweetened through an e‑commerce platform?

Ensure registration requirements are met and reconcile the operator’s TCS statements with your GSTR‑2B/3B. Map SKU descriptions to HSN to reduce mismatches and returns.

Does packaging or branding change how GST applies to Whey & milk products, sweetened?

Yes. Many food/agri goods are treated differently when sold as pre‑packaged & labelled retail packs versus loose/open packs. If Whey & milk products, sweetened is sold in small pouches (e.g., 500 g) with an MRP and label, record that on the invoice. Loose bulk bags often follow a different treatment.

Is the composition scheme suitable if I mainly trade Whey & milk products, sweetened?

The composition scheme is optional for eligible small suppliers of goods. You cannot issue tax invoices or collect tax under composition. Check turnover limits and exclusions; evaluate margins and ITC loss before opting in.

What misclassification mistakes happen with Whey & milk products, sweetened?

Using a broad or incorrect HSN, ignoring material/form (e.g., raw vs processed), or mixing goods and services on one line. Always match wording to the HSN Notes and keep a classification working paper.

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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