--- title: "1902 HSN Code | HSN Code for Pasta, Cooked Or Stuffed, Couscous in India" description: "Know more about 1902 HSN Code with BUSY Accounting - HSN Tariff, GST Rates and case laws related to chapter 1902 covering Pasta, Cooked Or Stuffed, Couscous." canonical: "https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-1902/" --- # HSN Sub-chapter 1902: Pasta, Cooked Or Stuffed, Couscous Pasta, whether or not cooked or stuffed (with meat or other substances) or otherwise prepared, such as spaghetti,macaroni, noodles, lasagne, gnocchi,ravioli, cannelloni; couscous, whether or not prepared Part of [Chapter 19: Preparations of Cereals, Flour, Starch or Milk; Pastry](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-19/). - Current GST rate: 5% - Earlier GST rate: 5% ## HSN codes | Code | Title | | --- | --- | | 19021100 | [Uncooked Pasta (With Eggs)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-19021100/) | | 19021900 | [Uncooked pasta, other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-19021900/) | | 19022010 | [Cooked Stuffed Pasta](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-19022010/) | | 19022090 | [Other Stuffed Pasta](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-19022090/) | | 19023010 | [Dried Pasta](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-19023010/) | | 19023090 | [Other Pasta \| Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-19023090/) | | 19024010 | [Couscous – Unprepared](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-19024010/) | | 19024090 | [Couscous – Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-19024090/) | ## Frequently asked questions ### What products are classified under HSN 1902 It includes Pasta, Cooked Or Stuffed, Couscous ### How do I bill a kit or combo that includes Pasta, Cooked Or Stuffed, Couscous? 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. ### Does packaging or branding change how GST applies to Pasta, Cooked Or Stuffed, Couscous? Yes. Many food/agri goods are treated differently when sold as pre‑packaged & labelled retail packs versus loose/open packs. If Pasta, Cooked Or Stuffed, Couscous 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. ### If I repair and return Pasta, Cooked Or Stuffed, Couscous, 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. ### Any special steps when selling Pasta, Cooked Or Stuffed, Couscous 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. ### What misclassification mistakes happen with Pasta, Cooked Or Stuffed, Couscous? 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. ## India's trade performance: HSN Sub-Chapter 1902 (FY 2024-25) Source: TradeStat EIDB, Ministry of Commerce & Industry. Values in ₹ Crore (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25). - Exports: ₹514 Cr (+25.15% YoY) — 0.0139% of India's total exports - Imports: ₹362 Cr (+35.06% YoY) — 0.0059% of India's total imports - Trade balance: ₹152 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #360 of 1233 sub-chapters - Share of Chapter 19: 6.65% of its exports; import side 23.69% - Rank within Chapter 19: #4 of 5 by export value; import-side #2 ### Key metrics - Export CAGR: 19.28% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years) - National export rank: #526 of 1233 sub-chapters by export value (FY 2024-25) - Peak growth year: +73.02% in FY 2022-23 - Contribution to Ch. 19: 6.65% of its exports (FY 2024-25) ## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Sub-Chapter 1902 7-year export and import data, FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, in ₹ Crore. Source: Ministry of Commerce & Industry, TradeStat EIDB. | FY | Exports (₹ Cr) | Exp share | Exp YoY | Exp % of Ch. 19 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Ch. 19 | Trade balance | Exp rank | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | FY 2018-19 | 178.27 | 0.0078% | — | 4.76% | 118.41 | 0.0033% | — | 17.98% | +59.86 | #621 | | FY 2019-20 | 196.94 | 0.0089% | +10.47% | 5.23% | 131.22 | 0.0039% | +10.82% | 17.99% | +65.72 | #596 | | FY 2020-21 | 328.04 | 0.0153% | +66.57% | 7.18% | 181.66 | 0.0062% | +38.44% | 20.71% | +146.38 | #505 | | FY 2021-22 | 219.97 | 0.0070% | −32.94% | 4.66% | 230.71 | 0.0050% | +27.00% | 19.93% | −10.74 | #647 | | FY 2022-23 | 380.59 | 0.0105% | +73.02% | 6.44% | 299.74 | 0.0052% | +29.92% | 23.06% | +80.85 | #577 | | FY 2023-24 | 410.33 | 0.0113% | +7.81% | 6.04% | 267.71 | 0.0048% | −10.69% | 20.64% | +142.62 | #566 | | FY 2024-25 | 513.51 | 0.0139% | +25.15% | 6.65% | 361.56 | 0.0059% | +35.06% | 23.69% | +151.95 | #526 | - CAGR (7-year): exports 19.28%/yr, imports 20.45%/yr (consistently Surplus) ## Key trade insights: HSN Sub-Chapter 1902 export-import analysis ### Consistent export growth: 19.28% CAGR over 7 years India's exports under HSN Sub-Chapter 1902 have grown at a compound annual rate of 19.28% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹178.27 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹513.51 Crore in FY 2024-25. ### HSN Sub-Chapter 1902 ranked #526 among all 1233 sub-chapters by export value In FY 2024-25, HSN Sub-Chapter 1902 ranks #526 out of 1233 sub-chapters by total export value. Within Chapter 19, it ranks #4 of 5. By trade surplus, it ranks #360 of 1233. ### FY 2022-23 was the strongest growth year for HSN Sub-Chapter 1902 exports The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Sub-Chapter 1902 was recorded in FY 2022-23, when exports surged by 73.02% over the prior year. ### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹151.95 Crore in HSN Sub-Chapter 1902 goods In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹513.51 Cr exceeded imports of ₹361.56 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹151.95 Crore — ranking #360 of 1233 by surplus magnitude. ### Import growth of 20.45% CAGR signals rising demand for Pasta, Cooked Or Stuffed, Couscous India's imports under HSN Sub-Chapter 1902 have grown at 20.45% CAGR, reaching ₹361.56 Crore in FY 2024-25. ### HSN Sub-Chapter 1902 contributes 6.65% of Chapter 19 exports — ranked #4 Among the 5 sub-chapters under Chapter 19, HSN Sub-Chapter 1902 ranks #4 by export value — accounting for 6.65% of the chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 23.69% share (rank #2). ## Related Sub-Chapters in Chapter 19 Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25). | Rank | HSN Sub-Chapter | Exports (FY 2024-25) | | --- | --- | --- | | #1 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 1905: Bread, Pastry & Biscuits](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-1905/) | ₹5,331 Cr | | #2 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 1901: Malt extract](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-1901/) | ₹1,102 Cr | | #3 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 1904: Prepared foods: cereals, corn flakes](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-1904/) | ₹694 Cr | | #4 | HSN Sub-Chapter 1902: Pasta, Cooked Or Stuffed, Couscous (this hsn sub-chapter) | ₹514 Cr | | #5 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 1903: Tapioca & starch substitutes](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-1903/) | ₹86 Cr | ## Other sub-chapters | Code | Title | | --- | --- | | 1901 | [Malt extract](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-1901/) | | 1903 | [Tapioca & starch substitutes](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-1903/) | | 1904 | [Prepared foods: cereals, corn flakes](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-1904/) | | 1905 | [Bread, Pastry & Biscuits](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-1905/) |