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0406 HSN Code: Cheese & curd

HSN Sub Chapter 0406 represents Cheese & curd under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Cheese & curd correctly for billing, taxation, and trade purposes. With HSN Sub Chapter 0406, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import/export of Cheese & curd.

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New GST Rate for HSN Code 0406

GST Rate for Cheese & curd under HSN Code 0406. Understand current tax rates, exemptions, and legal classifications to ensure accurate billing and GST filing.

Chapter No

04

HSN Code

0406

HSN Description

Cheese and curd

New GST Rate

0% or 5%

Chena and paneer exempt (packaged or not); all other cheese 5%.

Old GST Rate

0% or 5% or 12%

Tariff HSN Codes under HSN Sub Chapter 0406

Following tariff HSN codes fall under Cheese & curd.

Tariff HSN

04061000

Description

Fresh (unripened or uncured) cheese, including whey cheese

Tariff HSN

04061010

Description

Mozzarella cheese

Tariff HSN

04061090

Description

Other

Tariff HSN

04062000

Description

Grated or powdered cheese, of all kinds

Tariff HSN

04063000

Description

Processed cheese not grated or powdered

Tariff HSN

04064000

Description

Blue-veined cheese and other cheese containing veins produced by Penicillium roqueforti

Tariff HSN

04069000

Description

Chena or paneer other than pre-packaged and labelled

Tariff HSN

04069000

Description

Chena or paneer pre-packaged and labelled

Tariff HSN

04069000

Description

Other cheese

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India’s Trade Performance — HSN Sub-Chapter 0406 in FY 2025-26

TradeStat EIDB — Ministry of Commerce & Industry FY 2018-19–FY 2025-26 Values in ₹ Crore

India’s Exports

FY 2025-26

₹542 Cr

+9.55% vs FY 2024-25

0.0139% of India’s total exports

India’s Imports

FY 2025-26

₹184 Cr

+100.32% vs FY 2024-25

0.0027% of India’s total imports

Trade Balance

FY 2025-26

₹358 Cr

Trade Surplus

Surplus rank #284 of 1233 subchapters

% of Chapter 04

FY 2025-26

6.68%

Share of Chapter 04’s total exports in FY 2025-26

Import side: 26.14% of Chapter 04’s imports

Rank Within Chapter 04

FY 2025-26

#5 of 10

Position by export value among subchapters in Chapter 04

Import-side rank: #2 of 10

At a glance

11.71%

Export CAGR

FY 2018-19 → FY 2025-26 · 8 fiscal years

#543

National Export Rank

of 1233 subchapters by export value, FY 2025-26

+36.31%

Peak Growth Year

FY 2022-23 · strongest single-year move

6.68%

Contribution to Ch. 04

Share of Chapter 04 exports in FY 2025-26

India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Sub-Chapter 0406

8-year export and import data, FY 2018-19 to FY 2025-26, in ₹ Crore. Source: Ministry of Commerce & Industry, TradeStat EIDB.

FY 2018-19 Exp. Rank #567

Balance

+178.85

Exports

249.70 ₹ Cr

0.0109% share

— YoY

6.62% of Ch. 04

Imports

70.85 ₹ Cr

0.0020% share

— YoY

30.98% of Ch. 04

FY 2019-20 Exp. Rank #555

Balance

+179.70

Exports

248.42 ₹ Cr

0.0112% share

−0.51% YoY

9.92% of Ch. 04

Imports

68.72 ₹ Cr

0.0020% share

−3.01% YoY

25.77% of Ch. 04

FY 2020-21 Exp. Rank #529

Balance

+264.88

Exports

297.61 ₹ Cr

0.0138% share

+19.80% YoY

11.42% of Ch. 04

Imports

32.73 ₹ Cr

0.0011% share

−52.37% YoY

13.16% of Ch. 04

FY 2021-22 Exp. Rank #603

Balance

+216.11

Exports

277.12 ₹ Cr

0.0088% share

−6.88% YoY

5.98% of Ch. 04

Imports

61.01 ₹ Cr

0.0013% share

+86.40% YoY

27.15% of Ch. 04

FY 2022-23 Exp. Rank #579

Balance

+287.96

Exports

377.73 ₹ Cr

0.0104% share

+36.31% YoY

7.71% of Ch. 04

Imports

89.77 ₹ Cr

0.0016% share

+47.14% YoY

24.64% of Ch. 04

FY 2023-24 Exp. Rank #546

Balance

+334.05

Exports

450.91 ₹ Cr

0.0125% share

+19.37% YoY

8.71% of Ch. 04

Imports

116.86 ₹ Cr

0.0021% share

+30.18% YoY

23.33% of Ch. 04

FY 2024-25 Exp. Rank #533

Balance

+403.07

Exports

494.90 ₹ Cr

0.0134% share

+9.76% YoY

6.83% of Ch. 04

Imports

91.83 ₹ Cr

0.0015% share

−21.42% YoY

23.72% of Ch. 04

FY 2025-26 Exp. Rank #543

Balance

+358.22

Exports

542.17 ₹ Cr

0.0139% share

+9.55% YoY

6.68% of Ch. 04

Imports

183.95 ₹ Cr

0.0027% share

+100.32% YoY

26.14% of Ch. 04

CAGR · 8-Year

Exports

11.71% /yr

Imports

14.60% /yr

Consistently Surplus
Chapter 04 total

reference, FY 2025-26

Export

₹8,111.07 Cr

Import

₹703.67 Cr

Trade Balance

+7,407.40

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

Key Trade Insights: HSN Sub-Chapter 0406 Export-Import Analysis

Consistent Export Growth: 11.71% CAGR Over 8 Years

India's exports under HSN Sub-Chapter 0406 have grown at a compound annual rate of 11.71% over 8 fiscal years, rising from ₹249.70 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹542.17 Crore in FY 2025-26.

HSN Sub-Chapter 0406 Ranked #543 Among All 1233 Subchapters by Export Value

In FY 2025-26, HSN Sub-Chapter 0406 ranks #543 out of 1233 subchapters by total export value. Within Chapter 04, it ranks #5 of 10. By trade surplus, it ranks #284 of 1233.

FY 2022-23 Was the Strongest Growth Year for HSN Sub-Chapter 0406 Exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Sub-Chapter 0406 was recorded in FY 2022-23, when exports surged by 36.31% over the prior year.

India Maintains a Trade Surplus of ₹358.22 Crore in HSN Sub-Chapter 0406 Goods

In FY 2025-26, India's exports of ₹542.17 Cr exceeded imports of ₹183.95 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹358.22 Crore — ranking #284 of 1233 by surplus magnitude.

Import Growth of 14.60% CAGR Signals Rising Demand for Cheese & curd

India's imports under HSN Sub-Chapter 0406 have grown at 14.60% CAGR, reaching ₹183.95 Crore in FY 2025-26.

HSN Sub-Chapter 0406 Contributes 6.68% of Chapter 04 Exports — Ranked #5

Among the 10 subchapters under Chapter 04, HSN Sub-Chapter 0406 ranks #5 by export value — accounting for 6.68% of the chapter's total exports in FY 2025-26. On the import side, it holds 26.14% share (rank #2).

Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common queries about HSN Sub Chapter 0406 and GST compliance.

What products are classified under HSN 0406

It includes Cheese & curd

Any special steps when selling Cheese & curd 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.

Do spares or accessories of Cheese & curd follow the same HSN?

Not always. Spares are often classified by their own description or by the function/part rule. Check if a specific sub‑heading exists for parts of the main item and describe the part on the invoice.

How do I bill a kit or combo that includes Cheese & curd?

Prefer separate lines per item with its HSN so each component follows its own tax treatment. If it is a naturally bundled supply, identify the principal supply and tax the whole bundle accordingly.

Does MRP, weight or pack size change GST treatment for Cheese & curd?

Some entries use MRP/weight‑based conditions for classification. Keep pack size, retail marking and brand status on records and invoice to support the chosen HSN.

What misclassification mistakes happen with Cheese & curd?

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.

Is the composition scheme suitable if I mainly trade Cheese & curd?

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.

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