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 purposes. With HSN Sub Chapter 1602, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import/export of Prepared meat and offal.

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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

16

HSN Code

1602

HSN Description

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

New GST Rate

5 %
Essential

Old GST Rate

12 %

Tariff HSN Codes under HSN Sub Chapter 1602

Following tariff HSN codes fall under Prepared meat and offal.

Tariff HSN

16021000

Description

Homogenised preparations

Tariff HSN

16022000

Description

Of liver of any animal

Tariff HSN

16023100

Description

Of poultry of heading 0105 : Of turkeys

Tariff HSN

16023200

Description

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

Tariff HSN

16023900

Description

Of poultry of heading 0105 : Other

Tariff HSN

16024100

Description

Of swine : Hams and cuts thereof

Tariff HSN

16024200

Description

Of swine : Shoulders and cuts thereof

Tariff HSN

16024900

Description

Of swine : Other, including mixtures

Tariff HSN

16025000

Description

Of bovine animals

Tariff HSN

16029000

Description

Other, including preparations of blood of any animal

India’s Trade Performance — HSN Sub-Chapter 1602 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

₹6 Cr

−62.71% vs FY 2023-24

0.0001% of India’s total exports

India’s Imports

FY 2024-25

₹9 Cr

−30.42% vs FY 2023-24

0.0001% of India’s total imports

Trade Balance

FY 2024-25

−₹3 Cr

Trade Deficit

Surplus rank #555 of 1233 subchapters

% of Chapter 16

FY 2024-25

0.08%

Share of Chapter 16’s total exports in FY 2024-25

Import side: 12.78% of Chapter 16’s imports

Rank Within Chapter 16

FY 2024-25

#3 of 5

Position by export value among subchapters in Chapter 16

Import-side rank: #2 of 5

At a glance

1.74%

Export CAGR

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

#1083

National Export Rank

of 1233 subchapters by export value, FY 2024-25

+125.88%

Peak Growth Year

FY 2023-24 · strongest single-year move

0.08%

Contribution to Ch. 16

Share of Chapter 16 exports in FY 2024-25

India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Sub-Chapter 1602

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 #1057

Balance

−9.79

Exports

4.96 ₹ Cr

0.0002% share

— YoY

0.16% of Ch. 16

Imports

14.75 ₹ Cr

0.0004% share

— YoY

36.69% of Ch. 16

FY 2019-20 Exp. Rank #1003

Balance

−4.45

Exports

9.16 ₹ Cr

0.0004% share

+84.68% YoY

0.27% of Ch. 16

Imports

13.61 ₹ Cr

0.0004% share

−7.73% YoY

25.48% of Ch. 16

FY 2020-21 Exp. Rank #999

Balance

+2.39

Exports

8.94 ₹ Cr

0.0004% share

−2.40% YoY

0.19% of Ch. 16

Imports

6.55 ₹ Cr

0.0002% share

−51.87% YoY

11.21% of Ch. 16

FY 2021-22 Exp. Rank #1039

Balance

−5.52

Exports

7.11 ₹ Cr

0.0002% share

−20.47% YoY

0.12% of Ch. 16

Imports

12.63 ₹ Cr

0.0003% share

+92.82% YoY

13.82% of Ch. 16

FY 2022-23 Exp. Rank #1061

Balance

−9.00

Exports

6.53 ₹ Cr

0.0002% share

−8.16% YoY

0.10% of Ch. 16

Imports

15.53 ₹ Cr

0.0003% share

+22.96% YoY

27.17% of Ch. 16

FY 2023-24 Exp. Rank #1019

Balance

+2.03

Exports

14.75 ₹ Cr

0.0004% share

+125.88% YoY

0.25% of Ch. 16

Imports

12.72 ₹ Cr

0.0002% share

−18.09% YoY

16.40% of Ch. 16

FY 2024-25 Exp. Rank #1083

Balance

−3.35

Exports

5.50 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

−62.71% YoY

0.08% of Ch. 16

Imports

8.85 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

−30.42% YoY

12.78% of Ch. 16

CAGR · 7-Year

Exports

1.74% /yr

Imports

−8.16% /yr

Consistently Deficit
Chapter 16 total

reference, FY 2024-25

Export

₹6,685.64 Cr

Import

₹69.24 Cr

Trade Balance

+6,616.40

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

Key Trade Insights: HSN Sub-Chapter 1602 Export-Import Analysis

Consistent Export Growth: 1.74% CAGR Over 7 Years

India's exports under HSN Sub-Chapter 1602 have grown at a compound annual rate of 1.74% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹4.96 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹5.50 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Sub-Chapter 1602 Ranked #1083 Among All 1233 Subchapters by Export Value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Sub-Chapter 1602 ranks #1083 out of 1233 subchapters by total export value. Within Chapter 16, it ranks #3 of 5. By trade surplus, it ranks #555 of 1233.

FY 2023-24 Was the Strongest Growth Year for HSN Sub-Chapter 1602 Exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Sub-Chapter 1602 was recorded in FY 2023-24, when exports surged by 125.88% over the prior year.

India Records a Trade Deficit of ₹3.35 Crore in HSN Sub-Chapter 1602 Goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹8.85 Cr exceeded exports of ₹5.50 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹3.35 Crore — ranking #555 of 1233 by surplus magnitude.

Import Growth of −8.16% CAGR Signals Stable Import Dependency for Prepared meat and offal

India's imports under HSN Sub-Chapter 1602 have grown at −8.16% CAGR, reaching ₹8.85 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Sub-Chapter 1602 Contributes 0.08% of Chapter 16 Exports — Ranked #3

Among the 5 subchapters under Chapter 16, HSN Sub-Chapter 1602 ranks #3 by export value — accounting for 0.08% of the chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 12.78% share (rank #2).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common queries about HSN Sub Chapter 1602 and GST compliance.

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.

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