1602 HSN Code: Prepared meat and offal

HSN Sub Chapter 1602 represents Prepared meat and offal under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Prepared meat and offal correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Sub Chapter 1602, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import/export of Prepared meat and offal.

Find The Right HSN & Bill Faster With BUSY



file_download 40K+ Monthly Downloads
group Trusted by 4 Lakh+ Businesses
smartphone Free Mobile App
star 4.6 Rated on Google

New GST Rate for HSN Code 1602

GST Rate for Prepared meat and offal under HSN Code 1602. 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
16 1602 Other prepared or preserved meat, meat offal, blood or insects 5% 12%

Chapter: 16

Description: Other prepared or preserved meat, meat offal, blood or insects

New GST Rate: 5% Old GST Rate: 12%

Tariff HSN Codes under HSN Sub Chapter 1602

Following Tariff HSN code falls under Prepared meat and offal:

Tariff HSN Description
Homogenised preparations
Of liver of any animal
Of poultry of heading 0105 : Of turkeys
Of poultry of heading 0105 : Of fowls of the species Gallus domesticus
Of poultry of heading 0105 : Other
Of swine : Hams and cuts thereof
Of swine : Shoulders and cuts thereof
Of swine : Other, including mixtures
Of bovine animals
Other, including preparations of blood of any animal

Homogenised preparations

Of liver of any animal

Of poultry of heading 0105 : Of turkeys

Of poultry of heading 0105 : Of fowls of the species Gallus domesticus

Of poultry of heading 0105 : Other

Of swine : Hams and cuts thereof

Of swine : Shoulders and cuts thereof

Of swine : Other, including mixtures

Of bovine animals

Other, including preparations of blood of any animal

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


file_download 40K+ Monthly Downloads
group Trusted by 4 Lakh+ Businesses
smartphone Free Mobile App
star 4.6 Rated on Google
experiment id: lead-form-no-email v1

Case Laws Related to Sub Chapter 1602

Order Number Description
Square One Homemade Treats (AAR (Authority For Advance Ruling), Kerala)

Square One Homemade Treats (AAR (Authority For Advance Ruling), Kerala)

FAQs for Sub Chapter 1602

What products are classified under HSN 1602

It includes Prepared meat and offal

What misclassification mistakes happen with Prepared meat and offal?

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.

Any special steps when selling Prepared meat and offal 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.

Any import/export nuance for Prepared meat and offal?

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.

Can reverse charge ever apply to transactions involving Prepared meat and offal?

Reverse charge in goods is notified only for specific categories. Most regular B2B sales of Prepared meat and offal are forward charge. Check the current notifications for any special cases before deciding.

How are warranty replacements of Prepared meat and offal handled?

If replacement is without consideration under a pre‑agreed warranty, issue a delivery challan and reference the original invoice/contract. If consideration is charged, raise a tax invoice. Keep serial/lot details for traceability.

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 16 expand_more