1604 HSN Code: Preserved fish & caviar substitutes

HSN Sub Chapter 1604 represents Preserved fish & caviar substitutes under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Preserved fish & caviar substitutes correctly for billing, taxation, and trade purposes. With HSN Sub Chapter 1604, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import/export of Preserved fish & caviar substitutes.

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New GST Rate for HSN Code 1604

GST Rate for Preserved fish & caviar substitutes under HSN Code 1604. Understand current tax rates, exemptions, and legal classifications to ensure accurate billing and GST filing.

Chapter No

16

HSN Code

1604

HSN Description

Prepared or preserved fish; caviar and caviar substitutes prepared from fish eggs

New GST Rate

5 %
Essential

Old GST Rate

12 %

Tariff HSN Codes under HSN Sub Chapter 1604

Following tariff HSN codes fall under Preserved fish & caviar substitutes.

Tariff HSN

16041100

Description

Fish, whole or in pieces, but not minced : Salmon

Tariff HSN

16041210

Description

Fish, whole or in pieces, but not minced : Herrings : Pickled

Tariff HSN

16041290

Description

Fish, whole or in pieces, but not minced : Herrings : Other

Tariff HSN

16041310

Description

Fish, whole or in pieces, but not minced : Sardines, sardinella and brisling or sprats : Sardines, sardinella and brisling

Tariff HSN

16041320

Description

Fish, whole or in pieces, but not minced :Sardines, sardinella and brisling or sprats : Sprats

Tariff HSN

16041410

Description

Fish, whole or in pieces, but not minced : Tunas, skipjack tuna and bonito (Sarda spp.) : Tunas

Tariff HSN

16041490

Description

Fish, whole or in pieces, but not minced : Tunas, skipjack tuna and bonito (Sarda spp.) : Other

Tariff HSN

16041500

Description

Fish, whole or in pieces, but not minced : Mackerel

Tariff HSN

16041600

Description

Fish, whole or in pieces, but not minced : Anchovies

Tariff HSN

16041700

Description

Fish, whole or in pieces, but not minced : Eels

Tariff HSN

16041800

Description

Fish, whole or in pieces, but not minced : Shark fins

Tariff HSN

16041900

Description

Fish, whole or in pieces, but not minced : Other

Tariff HSN

16042000

Description

Other prepared or preserved fish

Tariff HSN

16043100

Description

Caviar and caviar substitutes : Caviar

Tariff HSN

16043200

Description

Caviar and caviar substitutes : Caviar substitutes

India’s Trade Performance — HSN Sub-Chapter 1604 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

₹895 Cr

+29.22% vs FY 2023-24

0.0242% of India’s total exports

India’s Imports

FY 2024-25

₹8 Cr

−13.74% vs FY 2023-24

0.0001% of India’s total imports

Trade Balance

FY 2024-25

₹887 Cr

Trade Surplus

Surplus rank #195 of 1233 subchapters

% of Chapter 16

FY 2024-25

13.39%

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

Import side: 11.42% of Chapter 16’s imports

Rank Within Chapter 16

FY 2024-25

#2 of 5

Position by export value among subchapters in Chapter 16

Import-side rank: #3 of 5

At a glance

20.26%

Export CAGR

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

#407

National Export Rank

of 1233 subchapters by export value, FY 2024-25

+29.22%

Peak Growth Year

FY 2024-25 · strongest single-year move

13.39%

Contribution to Ch. 16

Share of Chapter 16 exports in FY 2024-25

India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Sub-Chapter 1604

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 #533

Balance

+292.79

Exports

295.98 ₹ Cr

0.0129% share

— YoY

9.77% of Ch. 16

Imports

3.19 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

— YoY

7.94% of Ch. 16

FY 2019-20 Exp. Rank #510

Balance

+313.94

Exports

322.07 ₹ Cr

0.0146% share

+8.81% YoY

9.45% of Ch. 16

Imports

8.13 ₹ Cr

0.0002% share

+154.86% YoY

15.22% of Ch. 16

FY 2020-21 Exp. Rank #469

Balance

+396.32

Exports

407.04 ₹ Cr

0.0189% share

+26.38% YoY

8.62% of Ch. 16

Imports

10.72 ₹ Cr

0.0004% share

+31.86% YoY

18.35% of Ch. 16

FY 2021-22 Exp. Rank #480

Balance

+477.57

Exports

496.38 ₹ Cr

0.0158% share

+21.95% YoY

8.63% of Ch. 16

Imports

18.81 ₹ Cr

0.0004% share

+75.47% YoY

20.58% of Ch. 16

FY 2022-23 Exp. Rank #468

Balance

+585.74

Exports

594.67 ₹ Cr

0.0164% share

+19.80% YoY

9.36% of Ch. 16

Imports

8.93 ₹ Cr

0.0002% share

−52.53% YoY

15.63% of Ch. 16

FY 2023-24 Exp. Rank #448

Balance

+683.60

Exports

692.77 ₹ Cr

0.0191% share

+16.50% YoY

11.53% of Ch. 16

Imports

9.17 ₹ Cr

0.0002% share

+2.69% YoY

11.82% of Ch. 16

FY 2024-25 Exp. Rank #407

Balance

+887.28

Exports

895.19 ₹ Cr

0.0242% share

+29.22% YoY

13.39% of Ch. 16

Imports

7.91 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

−13.74% YoY

11.42% of Ch. 16

CAGR · 7-Year

Exports

20.26% /yr

Imports

16.34% /yr

Consistently Surplus
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 1604 Export-Import Analysis

Consistent Export Growth: 20.26% CAGR Over 7 Years

India's exports under HSN Sub-Chapter 1604 have grown at a compound annual rate of 20.26% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹295.98 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹895.19 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Sub-Chapter 1604 Ranked #407 Among All 1233 Subchapters by Export Value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Sub-Chapter 1604 ranks #407 out of 1233 subchapters by total export value. Within Chapter 16, it ranks #2 of 5. By trade surplus, it ranks #195 of 1233.

FY 2024-25 Was the Strongest Growth Year for HSN Sub-Chapter 1604 Exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Sub-Chapter 1604 was recorded in FY 2024-25, when exports surged by 29.22% over the prior year.

India Maintains a Trade Surplus of ₹887.28 Crore in HSN Sub-Chapter 1604 Goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹895.19 Cr exceeded imports of ₹7.91 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹887.28 Crore — ranking #195 of 1233 by surplus magnitude.

Import Growth of 16.34% CAGR Signals Rising Demand for Preserved fish & caviar substitutes

India's imports under HSN Sub-Chapter 1604 have grown at 16.34% CAGR, reaching ₹7.91 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Sub-Chapter 1604 Contributes 13.39% of Chapter 16 Exports — Ranked #2

Among the 5 subchapters under Chapter 16, HSN Sub-Chapter 1604 ranks #2 by export value — accounting for 13.39% of the chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 11.42% share (rank #3).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common queries about HSN Sub Chapter 1604 and GST compliance.

What products are classified under HSN 1604

It includes Preserved fish & caviar substitutes

Do spares or accessories of Preserved fish & caviar substitutes 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.

What should my invoice and records include for Preserved fish & caviar substitutes?

Include HSN, exact description, pack size/grade, quantity, and if pre‑packaged & labelled. Maintain purchase specs, test reports (where relevant), and job‑work challans for audit trail.

If I repair and return Preserved fish & caviar substitutes, how should I charge GST?

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.

How are warranty replacements of Preserved fish & caviar substitutes 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.

Is the composition scheme suitable if I mainly trade Preserved fish & caviar substitutes?

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.

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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