What products are classified under HSN 0511
It includes Inedible animal products
HSN Sub Chapter 0511 represents Inedible animal products under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Inedible animal products correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Sub Chapter 0511, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import/export of Inedible animal products.
GST Rate for Inedible animal products under HSN Code 0511. Understand Current Tax Rates, Exemptions, and Legal Classifications to Ensure Accurate Billing and GST Filing.
| Chapter No | HSN Code | HSN Description | New GST Rate | Old GST Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05 | 0511 | Animal products not elsewhere specified or included; dead animals of chapter 1 or 3, unfit for human consumption | 5% | 5% |
Chapter: 05
Description: Animal products not elsewhere specified or included; dead animals of chapter 1 or 3, unfit for human consumption
Following Tariff HSN code falls under Inedible animal products:
| Tariff HSN | Description |
|---|---|
| Bovine semen (other than frozen semen) | |
| Other : Products of fish or crustaceans, molluscs or other aquatic invertebrates; dead animals of Chapter 3 : Fish nails | |
| Other : Products of fish or crustaceans, molluscs or other aquatic invertebrates; dead animals of Chapter 3 : Fish tails | |
| Other : Products of fish or crustaceans, molluscs or other aquatic invertebrates; dead animals of Chapter 3 : Other fish waste | |
| Other : Products of fish or crustaceans, molluscs or other aquatic invertebrates; dead animals of Chapter 3 : Artemia cyst | |
| Other : Products of fish or crustaceans, molluscs or other aquatic invertebrates; dead animals of Chapter 3 : Other | |
| Other : Other : Silkworm pupae | |
| Animal products not elsewhere specified - or included; dead animals of chapter 1 or 3, - unfit for human consumption - other : other : - silkworm pupae : - artemia | |
| Animal products not elsewhere specified - or included; dead animals of chapter 1 or 3, - unfit for human consumption - other : other : - silkworm pupae : - other | |
| Other : Other : Sinews and tendons : Of wild life | |
| Other : Other : Sinews and tendons : other | |
| Other : Other : Other : Frozen semen, other than bovine; bovine embryo (other than those put up in unit container) | |
| Other : Other : Other : Frozen semen, other than bovine; bovine embryo | |
| Other : Other : Other : Of wild life | |
| Other : Other : Other : Other |
Bovine semen (other than frozen semen)
Other : Products of fish or crustaceans, molluscs or other aquatic invertebrates; dead animals of Chapter 3 : Fish nails
Other : Products of fish or crustaceans, molluscs or other aquatic invertebrates; dead animals of Chapter 3 : Fish tails
Other : Products of fish or crustaceans, molluscs or other aquatic invertebrates; dead animals of Chapter 3 : Other fish waste
Other : Products of fish or crustaceans, molluscs or other aquatic invertebrates; dead animals of Chapter 3 : Artemia cyst
Other : Products of fish or crustaceans, molluscs or other aquatic invertebrates; dead animals of Chapter 3 : Other
Other : Other : Silkworm pupae
Animal products not elsewhere specified - or included; dead animals of chapter 1 or 3, - unfit for human consumption - other : other : - silkworm pupae : - artemia
Animal products not elsewhere specified - or included; dead animals of chapter 1 or 3, - unfit for human consumption - other : other : - silkworm pupae : - other
Other : Other : Sinews and tendons : Of wild life
Other : Other : Sinews and tendons : other
Other : Other : Other : Frozen semen, other than bovine; bovine embryo (other than those put up in unit container)
Other : Other : Other : Frozen semen, other than bovine; bovine embryo
Other : Other : Other : Of wild life
Other : Other : Other : Other
| Order Number | Description |
|---|---|
| Rajiv Gandhi Centre For Aquaculture (AAR (Authority For Advance Ruling), Tamil Nadu) | |
| Priyanka Enterprises (Madras High Court, Tamil Nadu) | |
| Shradha Polymats (AAR (Authority For Advance Ruling), Maharashtra) | |
| Rajiv Gandhi Centre For Aquaculture (AAAR (Appellate Authority For Advance Ruling), Tamil Nadu) | |
| Novozymes South Asia Pvt. Ltd (AAR (Authority For Advance Ruling), Gujarat) |
Rajiv Gandhi Centre For Aquaculture (AAR (Authority For Advance Ruling), Tamil Nadu)
Priyanka Enterprises (Madras High Court, Tamil Nadu)
Shradha Polymats (AAR (Authority For Advance Ruling), Maharashtra)
Rajiv Gandhi Centre For Aquaculture (AAAR (Appellate Authority For Advance Ruling), Tamil Nadu)
Novozymes South Asia Pvt. Ltd (AAR (Authority For Advance Ruling), Gujarat)
It includes Inedible animal products
Repair/service is a service supply (SAC). Parts and materials used are goods and may be billed separately with HSN. Mention both lines clearly to avoid mixing service and goods values.
Yes. Many food/agri goods are treated differently when sold as pre‑packaged & labelled retail packs versus loose/open packs. If Inedible animal products 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.
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.
Exports are zero‑rated (with or without payment of IGST) subject to LUT/refund conditions. Imports may attract customs duties in addition to GST. Keep HSN‑wise description consistent across invoice, shipping bill and BOE.
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.
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.