What products are classified under HSN 1806
It includes Cocoa food preparations
- Section 04 – Prepared Food Stuffs, Beverages, Spirits And Vinegar, Tobacco And Manufactured Tobacco Substitutes
- Chapter 18 – Cocoa and cocoa preparations
- Sub Chapter 1806 – Chocolate and other food preparations containing cocoa
- New GST Rate for HSN Code 1806
- Tariff HSN Codes under Sub Chapter 1806
- FAQs for Sub Chapter 1806
- Case Laws under Sub Chapter 1806
- Important Disclaimer
1806 HSN Code: Cocoa food preparations
HSN Sub Chapter 1806 represents Cocoa food preparations under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Cocoa food preparations correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Sub Chapter 1806, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import/export of Cocoa food preparations.
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New GST Rate for HSN Code 1806
GST Rate for Cocoa food preparations under HSN Code 1806. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 | 1806 | Chocolate and other food preparations containing cocoa | 5% | 5% |
Chapter: 18
Description: Chocolate and other food preparations containing cocoa
New GST Rate: 5%
Old GST Rate: 5%
Tariff HSN Codes under HSN Sub Chapter 1806
Following Tariff HSN code falls under Cocoa food preparations:
| Tariff HSN | Description |
|---|---|
| Cocoa powder, containing added sugar or other sweetening matter | |
| Other preparations in blocks, slabs or bars weighing more than 2 kg. or in liquid, paste,powder, granular or other bulk form in containers or immediate packings, of a content exceeding 2 kg. | |
| Other, in blocks, slabs or bars : Filled | |
| Other, in blocks, slabs or bars : Not Filled | |
| Other : Chocolate and chocolate products | |
| Other : Sugar confectionary containing cocoa | |
| Other : Spreads containing cocoa | |
| Other : Preparations containing cocoa for making beverages | |
| Other : Other |
Cocoa powder, containing added sugar or other sweetening matter
Other preparations in blocks, slabs or bars weighing more than 2 kg. or in liquid, paste,powder, granular or other bulk form in containers or immediate packings, of a content exceeding 2 kg.
Other, in blocks, slabs or bars : Filled
Other, in blocks, slabs or bars : Not Filled
Other : Chocolate and chocolate products
Other : Sugar confectionary containing cocoa
Other : Spreads containing cocoa
Other : Preparations containing cocoa for making beverages
Other : Other
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Case Laws Related to Sub Chapter 1806
| Order Number | Description |
|---|---|
| Ramdev Food Products Pvt. Ltd. (AAR (Authority For Advance Ruling), Gujarat) | |
| Gajanand Foods Pvt. Ltd. (AAR (Authority For Advance Ruling), Gujarat) | |
| Talod Gruh Udyog (AAR (Authority For Advance Ruling), Gujarat) | |
| M/S. Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. (AAAR (Appellate Authority For Advance Ruling), Maharashtra) | |
| Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. (AAR (Authority For Advance Ruling), Maharashtra) | |
| Karnataka Co-operative Milk Producers Federation Ltd (AAR (Authority For Advance Ruling), Karnataka) | |
| Dipak Kumar Kantilal Chotai(Talod Gruh Udyog) (AAAR (Appellate Authority For Advance Ruling), Gujarat) |
Ramdev Food Products Pvt. Ltd. (AAR (Authority For Advance Ruling), Gujarat)
Gajanand Foods Pvt. Ltd. (AAR (Authority For Advance Ruling), Gujarat)
Talod Gruh Udyog (AAR (Authority For Advance Ruling), Gujarat)
M/S. Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. (AAAR (Appellate Authority For Advance Ruling), Maharashtra)
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. (AAR (Authority For Advance Ruling), Maharashtra)
Karnataka Co-operative Milk Producers Federation Ltd (AAR (Authority For Advance Ruling), Karnataka)
Dipak Kumar Kantilal Chotai(Talod Gruh Udyog) (AAAR (Appellate Authority For Advance Ruling), Gujarat)
FAQs for Sub Chapter 1806
What should my invoice and records include for Cocoa food preparations?
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.
Can reverse charge ever apply to transactions involving Cocoa food preparations?
Reverse charge in goods is notified only for specific categories. Most regular B2B sales of Cocoa food preparations are forward charge. Check the current notifications for any special cases before deciding.
Does MRP, weight or pack size change GST treatment for Cocoa food preparations?
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.
Any special steps when selling Cocoa food preparations 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.
Is the composition scheme suitable if I mainly trade Cocoa food preparations?
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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