1803 HSN Code: Cocoa paste, defatted or not

HSN Sub Chapter 1803 represents Cocoa paste, defatted or not under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Cocoa paste, defatted or not correctly for billing, taxation, and trade purposes. With HSN Sub Chapter 1803, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import/export of Cocoa paste, defatted or not.

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New GST Rate for HSN Code 1803

GST Rate for Cocoa paste, defatted or not under HSN Code 1803. Understand current tax rates, exemptions, and legal classifications to ensure accurate billing and GST filing.

Chapter No

18

HSN Code

HSN Description

Cocoa paste, whether or not defatted

New GST Rate

18 %
Standard

Old GST Rate

18 %

Tariff HSN Codes under HSN Sub Chapter 1803

Following tariff HSN codes fall under Cocoa paste, defatted or not.

Tariff HSN

Description

Not defatted

Tariff HSN

Description

Wholly or partly defatted

India’s Trade Performance — HSN Sub-Chapter 1803 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

₹9 Cr

+219.78% vs FY 2023-24

0.0002% of India’s total exports

India’s Imports

FY 2024-25

₹254 Cr

+60.54% vs FY 2023-24

0.0042% of India’s total imports

Trade Balance

FY 2024-25

−₹246 Cr

Trade Deficit

Surplus rank #803 of 1233 subchapters

% of Chapter 18

FY 2024-25

0.34%

Share of Chapter 18’s total exports in FY 2024-25

Import side: 3.02% of Chapter 18’s imports

Rank Within Chapter 18

FY 2024-25

#4 of 6

Position by export value among subchapters in Chapter 18

Import-side rank: #5 of 6

At a glance

87.06%

Export CAGR

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

#1059

National Export Rank

of 1233 subchapters by export value, FY 2024-25

+219.78%

Peak Growth Year

FY 2024-25 · strongest single-year move

0.34%

Contribution to Ch. 18

Share of Chapter 18 exports in FY 2024-25

India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Sub-Chapter 1803

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 #1174

Balance

−127.22

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

YoY

0.01% of Ch. 18

Imports

127.42 ₹ Cr

0.0035% share

YoY

6.90% of Ch. 18

FY 2019-20 Exp. Rank #1152

Balance

−71.49

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

+125.00% YoY

0.04% of Ch. 18

Imports

71.94 ₹ Cr

0.0021% share

−43.54% YoY

3.92% of Ch. 18

FY 2020-21 Exp. Rank #1114

Balance

−85.60

Exports

1.26 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

+180.00% YoY

0.11% of Ch. 18

Imports

86.86 ₹ Cr

0.0030% share

+20.74% YoY

4.30% of Ch. 18

FY 2021-22 Exp. Rank #1116

Balance

−127.55

Exports

1.82 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

+44.44% YoY

0.16% of Ch. 18

Imports

129.37 ₹ Cr

0.0028% share

+48.94% YoY

4.77% of Ch. 18

FY 2022-23 Exp. Rank #1128

Balance

−144.45

Exports

1.35 ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−25.82% YoY

0.11% of Ch. 18

Imports

145.80 ₹ Cr

0.0025% share

+12.70% YoY

4.13% of Ch. 18

FY 2023-24 Exp. Rank #1111

Balance

−155.73

Exports

2.68 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

+98.52% YoY

0.18% of Ch. 18

Imports

158.41 ₹ Cr

0.0028% share

+8.65% YoY

3.73% of Ch. 18

FY 2024-25 Exp. Rank #1059

Balance

−245.74

Exports

8.57 ₹ Cr

0.0002% share

+219.78% YoY

0.34% of Ch. 18

Imports

254.31 ₹ Cr

0.0042% share

+60.54% YoY

3.02% of Ch. 18

CAGR · 7-Year

Exports

87.06% /yr

Imports

12.21% /yr

Consistently Deficit
Chapter 18 total

reference, FY 2024-25

Export

₹2,512.40 Cr

Import

₹8,426.51 Cr

Trade Balance

−5,914.11

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

Key Trade Insights: HSN Sub-Chapter 1803 Export-Import Analysis

Consistent Export Growth: 87.06% CAGR Over 7 Years

India's exports under HSN Sub-Chapter 1803 have grown at a compound annual rate of 87.06% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹0.20 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹8.57 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Sub-Chapter 1803 Ranked #1059 Among All 1233 Subchapters by Export Value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Sub-Chapter 1803 ranks #1059 out of 1233 subchapters by total export value. Within Chapter 18, it ranks #4 of 6. By trade surplus, it ranks #803 of 1233.

FY 2024-25 Was the Strongest Growth Year for HSN Sub-Chapter 1803 Exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Sub-Chapter 1803 was recorded in FY 2024-25, when exports surged by 219.78% over the prior year.

India Records a Trade Deficit of ₹245.74 Crore in HSN Sub-Chapter 1803 Goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹254.31 Cr exceeded exports of ₹8.57 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹245.74 Crore — ranking #803 of 1233 by surplus magnitude.

Import Growth of 12.21% CAGR Signals Rising Demand for Cocoa paste, defatted or not

India's imports under HSN Sub-Chapter 1803 have grown at 12.21% CAGR, reaching ₹254.31 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Sub-Chapter 1803 Contributes 0.34% of Chapter 18 Exports — Ranked #4

Among the 6 subchapters under Chapter 18, HSN Sub-Chapter 1803 ranks #4 by export value — accounting for 0.34% of the chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 3.02% share (rank #5).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common queries about HSN Sub Chapter 1803 and GST compliance.

What products are classified under HSN 1803

It includes Cocoa paste, defatted or not

Does MRP, weight or pack size change GST treatment for Cocoa paste, defatted or not?

Some entries use MRP/weight‑based conditions for classification. Keep pack size, retail marking and brand status on records and invoice to support the chosen HSN.

How do I bill a kit or combo that includes Cocoa paste, defatted or not?

Prefer separate lines per item with its HSN so each component follows its own tax treatment. If it is a naturally bundled supply, identify the principal supply and tax the whole bundle accordingly.

Can reverse charge ever apply to transactions involving Cocoa paste, defatted or not?

Reverse charge in goods is notified only for specific categories. Most regular B2B sales of Cocoa paste, defatted or not are forward charge. Check the current notifications for any special cases before deciding.

Do spares or accessories of Cocoa paste, defatted or not 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.

Does packaging or branding change how GST applies to Cocoa paste, defatted or not?

Yes. Many food/agri goods are treated differently when sold as pre‑packaged & labelled retail packs versus loose/open packs. If Cocoa paste, defatted or not 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.

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.