1212 HSN Code: Locust beans, seaweeds & other algae

HSN Sub Chapter 1212 represents Locust beans, seaweeds & other algae under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Locust beans, seaweeds & other algae correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Sub Chapter 1212, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import/export of Locust beans, seaweeds & other algae.

Find The Right HSN & Bill Faster With BUSY

Phone Number*

Country code

Email ID*

City*

40K+ Monthly Downloads

Trusted by 4 Lakh+ Businesses

Free Mobile App

4.6 Rated on Google

Chapter No	HSN Code	HSN Description	New GST Rate	Old GST Rate
12	1212	Locust beans, seaweeds and other algae, sugar beet and sugarcane, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not ground; fruit stones and kernels and other vegetable products (including unroasted chicory roots of the variety ci-chorium intybus sativum) of a kind used primarily for human consumption, not elsewhere specified or included	5%	5%

HSN Code 1212

Chapter: 12

Description: Locust beans, seaweeds and other algae, sugar beet and sugarcane, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not ground; fruit stones and kernels and other vegetable products (including unroasted chicory roots of the variety ci-chorium intybus sativum) of a kind used primarily for human consumption, not elsewhere specified or included

New GST Rate: 5% Old GST Rate: 5%

Tariff HSN	Description
12121010	Locust beans, seaweeds and other algae, sugar beet and sugarcane, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not ground; fruit stones and kernels and other vegetable products (including unroasted chicory roots of the variety ci-chorium intybus sativum) of a kind used primarily for human consumption, not elsewhere specified or included locust beans, including locust bean seeds : of seed quality
12121090	Locust beans, seaweeds and other algae, sugar beet and sugarcane, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not ground; fruit stones and kernels and other vegetable products (including unroasted chicory roots of the variety ci-chorium intybus sativum) of a kind used primarily for human consumption, not elsewhere specified or included locust beans, including locust bean seeds : other
12122010	Locust beans, seaweeds and other algae, sugar beet and sugarcane, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not ground; fruit stones and kernels and other vegetable products (including unroasted chicory roots of the variety ci-chorium intybus sativum) of a kind used primarily for human consumption, not elsewhere specified or included seaweeds and other algae : seaweeds
12122090	Locust beans, seaweeds and other algae, sugar beet and sugarcane, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not ground; fruit stones and kernels and other vegetable products (including unroasted chicory roots of the variety ci-chorium intybus sativum) of a kind used primarily for human consumption, not elsewhere specified or included seaweeds and other algae : other algae
12122110	Seaweeds and Other Algae : Fit for human consumption : Seaweeds
12122190	Seaweeds and Other Algae : Fit for human consumption : Other algae
12122910	Seaweeds and Other Algae : Other : Seaweeds
12122990	Seaweeds and Other Algae : Other [ fresh or chilled ]
12122990	Seaweeds and Other Algae : Other : Other algae
12123010	Locust beans, seaweeds and other algae, sugar beet and sugarcane, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not ground; fruit stones and kernels and other vegetable products (including unroasted chicory roots of the variety ci-chorium intybus sativum) of a kind used primarily for human consumption, not elsewhere specified or included apricot, peach (including nectarine) or plum stones and kernels : apricot kernels
12123090	Locust beans, seaweeds and other algae, sugar beet and sugarcane, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not ground; fruit stones and kernels and other vegetable products (including unroasted chicory roots of the variety ci-chorium intybus sativum) of a kind used primarily for human consumption, not elsewhere specified or included apricot, peach (including nectarine) or plum stones and kernels : other
12129100	Other : Sugar beet and sugarcane [fresh or chilled ]
12129100	Other : Sugar beet
12129200	Other : Locust beans (carob) (fresh or chilled )
12129200	Other : Locust beans (carob)
12129300	Other : Sugar cane
12129400	Other : Chicory roots
12129910	Other : Other : Kokam (cocum) flowers
12129920	Other : Other : Mohua flowers
12129990	Other : Other : Other

HSN Code 12121010

Locust beans, seaweeds and other algae, sugar beet and sugarcane, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not ground; fruit stones and kernels and other vegetable products (including unroasted chicory roots of the variety ci-chorium intybus sativum) of a kind used primarily for human consumption, not elsewhere specified or included locust beans, including locust bean seeds : of seed quality

HSN Code 12121090

HSN Code 12122010

HSN Code 12122090

HSN Code 12122110

Seaweeds and Other Algae : Fit for human consumption : Seaweeds

HSN Code 12122190

Seaweeds and Other Algae : Fit for human consumption : Other algae

HSN Code 12122910

Seaweeds and Other Algae : Other : Seaweeds

HSN Code 12122990

Seaweeds and Other Algae : Other [ fresh or chilled ]

HSN Code 12122990

Seaweeds and Other Algae : Other : Other algae

HSN Code 12123010

Locust beans, seaweeds and other algae, sugar beet and sugarcane, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not ground; fruit stones and kernels and other vegetable products (including unroasted chicory roots of the variety ci-chorium intybus sativum) of a kind used primarily for human consumption, not elsewhere specified or included apricot, peach (including nectarine) or plum stones and kernels : apricot kernels

HSN Code 12123090

Locust beans, seaweeds and other algae, sugar beet and sugarcane, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not ground; fruit stones and kernels and other vegetable products (including unroasted chicory roots of the variety ci-chorium intybus sativum) of a kind used primarily for human consumption, not elsewhere specified or included apricot, peach (including nectarine) or plum stones and kernels : other

HSN Code 12129100

Other : Sugar beet and sugarcane [fresh or chilled ]

HSN Code 12129100

Other : Sugar beet

HSN Code 12129200

Other : Locust beans (carob) (fresh or chilled )

HSN Code 12129200

Other : Locust beans (carob)

HSN Code 12129300

Other : Sugar cane

HSN Code 12129400

Other : Chicory roots

HSN Code 12129910

Other : Other : Kokam (cocum) flowers

HSN Code 12129920

Other : Other : Mohua flowers

HSN Code 12129990

Other : Other : Other

Wrong HSN codes causing GST errors? BUSY auto-applies the correct code & rate on desktop and mobile.

City*

Phone Number*

Country code

Order Number	Description
UP ADRG 19/2023	Gobind Sugar Mills Limited (AAR (Authority For Advance Ruling), Uttar Pradesh)
TN/24/AAR/2021	Krishna Bhavan Foods And Sweets (AAR (Authority For Advance Ruling), Tamil Nadu)
TN/AAAR/02/2022(AR)	Krishna Bhavan Foods And Sweets (AAAR (Appellate Authority For Advance Ruling), Tamil Nadu)
TN/55/AAR/2019	M/S. Mahalakshmi Store, Shri Chellasamy Nadar Deivarajan (AAR (Authority For Advance Ruling), Tamil Nadu)
GUJ/GAAR/R/43/2020	Talod Gruh Udyog (AAR (Authority For Advance Ruling), Gujarat)

Order No. UP ADRG 19/2023

Gobind Sugar Mills Limited (AAR (Authority For Advance Ruling), Uttar Pradesh)

Order No. TN/24/AAR/2021

Krishna Bhavan Foods And Sweets (AAR (Authority For Advance Ruling), Tamil Nadu)

Order No. TN/AAAR/02/2022(AR)

Krishna Bhavan Foods And Sweets (AAAR (Appellate Authority For Advance Ruling), Tamil Nadu)

Order No. TN/55/AAR/2019

M/S. Mahalakshmi Store, Shri Chellasamy Nadar Deivarajan (AAR (Authority For Advance Ruling), Tamil Nadu)

Order No. GUJ/GAAR/R/43/2020

Talod Gruh Udyog (AAR (Authority For Advance Ruling), Gujarat)

What products are classified under HSN 1212

It includes Locust beans, seaweeds & other algae

What misclassification mistakes happen with Locust beans, seaweeds & other algae?

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 Locust beans, seaweeds & other algae?

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.

How should I document Locust beans, seaweeds & other algae sent for job work?

Use a delivery challan for sending Locust beans, seaweeds & other algae to the job worker. Declare movement in your records and reconcile when the goods return. If the job worker raises a service invoice, classify it under SAC; your goods remain under the original HSN.

Does packaging or branding change how GST applies to Locust beans, seaweeds & other algae?

Yes. Many food/agri goods are treated differently when sold as pre‑packaged & labelled retail packs versus loose/open packs. If Locust beans, seaweeds & other algae 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.

Any import/export nuance for Locust beans, seaweeds & other algae?

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.

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.

Explore More HSN Codes from Chapter 12

Sub Chapters:

HSN Codes:

State Code List:

GST State Code List

Find New GST Rate By Product Name or HSN Code

Taxonomy

Explore other subchapters under Chapter 12