2106 HSN Code: Unspecified food preparations

HSN Sub Chapter 2106 represents Unspecified food preparations under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Unspecified food preparations correctly for billing, taxation, and trade purposes. With HSN Sub Chapter 2106, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import/export of Unspecified food preparations.

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New GST Rate for HSN Code 2106

GST Rate for Unspecified food preparations under HSN Code 2106. Understand current tax rates, exemptions, and legal classifications to ensure accurate billing and GST filing.

Chapter No

21

HSN Code

2106

HSN Description

Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included

New GST Rate

5 %
Essential

Old GST Rate

5 %

Tariff HSN Codes under HSN Sub Chapter 2106

Following tariff HSN codes fall under Unspecified food preparations.

Tariff HSN

21061000

Description

Protein concentrates and textured protein substances

Tariff HSN

21069011

Description

Other:Soft drink concentrates :Sharbat

Tariff HSN

21069019

Description

Other:Soft drink concentrates :other

Tariff HSN

21069020

Description

Other:Pan masala

Tariff HSN

21069030

Description

Other: Betel nut product known as “Supari”

Tariff HSN

21069040

Description

Other: Sugar-syrups containing added flavouring or colouring matter, not elsewhere specified or included; lactose syrup; glucose syrup and malto dextrine syrup

Tariff HSN

21069050

Description

Other: Compound preparations for making non-alcoholic beverages

Tariff HSN

21069060

Description

Other: Food flavouring material

Tariff HSN

21069070

Description

Other: Churna for pan

Tariff HSN

21069080

Description

Other: Custard powder

Tariff HSN

21069091

Description

Other: Other : Diabetic foods

Tariff HSN

21069092

Description

Other: Other : Sterilized or pasteurized millstone

Tariff HSN

21069099

Description

Texturised vegetable proteins (soya bari), Bari made of pulses including mungodi and batters

Tariff HSN

21069099

Description

Other: Namkeens, bhujia, mixture, chabena and similar edible preparations in ready for consumption form ( other than those pre-packaged and labelled )

Tariff HSN

21069099

Description

Other: Namkeens, bhujia, mixture, chabena and similar edible preparations in ready for consumption form ( other than roasted gram ) ( pre-packaged and labelled )

Tariff HSN

21069099

Description

Other : Prasadam supplied by religious places like temples, mosques, churches, gurudwaras, dargahs, etc

Tariff HSN

21069099

Description

Other:Other [other than roasted gram, sweetmeats, batters including idli/dosa batter,namkeens, bhujia, mixture, chabena and similar edible preparationsin ready for consumption form, khakhra, chutney powder, diabeticfoods]]

Tariff HSN

21069099

Description

Other: Other : Other (Sweetmeats)

India’s Trade Performance — HSN Sub-Chapter 2106 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

₹7,155 Cr

+15.72% vs FY 2023-24

0.1932% of India’s total exports

India’s Imports

FY 2024-25

₹921 Cr

+27.45% vs FY 2023-24

0.0151% of India’s total imports

Trade Balance

FY 2024-25

₹6,234 Cr

Trade Surplus

Surplus rank #57 of 1233 subchapters

% of Chapter 21

FY 2024-25

49.32%

Share of Chapter 21’s total exports in FY 2024-25

Import side: 46.63% of Chapter 21’s imports

Rank Within Chapter 21

FY 2024-25

#1 of 6

Position by export value among subchapters in Chapter 21

Import-side rank: #1 of 6

At a glance

20.91%

Export CAGR

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

#96

National Export Rank

of 1233 subchapters by export value, FY 2024-25

+31.38%

Peak Growth Year

FY 2020-21 · strongest single-year move

49.32%

Contribution to Ch. 21

Share of Chapter 21 exports in FY 2024-25

India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Sub-Chapter 2106

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 #170

Balance

+1,196.20

Exports

2,289.82 ₹ Cr

0.0998% share

— YoY

42.51% of Ch. 21

Imports

1,093.62 ₹ Cr

0.0305% share

— YoY

71.78% of Ch. 21

FY 2019-20 Exp. Rank #142

Balance

+1,883.73

Exports

2,837.58 ₹ Cr

0.1285% share

+23.92% YoY

47.97% of Ch. 21

Imports

953.85 ₹ Cr

0.0284% share

−12.78% YoY

67.18% of Ch. 21

FY 2020-21 Exp. Rank #121

Balance

+2,828.32

Exports

3,728.09 ₹ Cr

0.1733% share

+31.38% YoY

53.99% of Ch. 21

Imports

899.77 ₹ Cr

0.0309% share

−5.67% YoY

62.01% of Ch. 21

FY 2021-22 Exp. Rank #134

Balance

+3,153.56

Exports

4,449.80 ₹ Cr

0.1418% share

+19.36% YoY

53.80% of Ch. 21

Imports

1,296.24 ₹ Cr

0.0284% share

+44.06% YoY

68.82% of Ch. 21

FY 2022-23 Exp. Rank #126

Balance

+4,080.52

Exports

5,027.26 ₹ Cr

0.1388% share

+12.98% YoY

49.62% of Ch. 21

Imports

946.74 ₹ Cr

0.0165% share

−26.96% YoY

57.28% of Ch. 21

FY 2023-24 Exp. Rank #107

Balance

+5,460.65

Exports

6,182.94 ₹ Cr

0.1709% share

+22.99% YoY

50.82% of Ch. 21

Imports

722.29 ₹ Cr

0.0129% share

−23.71% YoY

46.44% of Ch. 21

FY 2024-25 Exp. Rank #96

Balance

+6,234.22

Exports

7,154.79 ₹ Cr

0.1932% share

+15.72% YoY

49.32% of Ch. 21

Imports

920.57 ₹ Cr

0.0151% share

+27.45% YoY

46.63% of Ch. 21

CAGR · 7-Year

Exports

20.91% /yr

Imports

−2.83% /yr

Consistently Surplus
Chapter 21 total

reference, FY 2024-25

Export

₹14,506.54 Cr

Import

₹1,974.04 Cr

Trade Balance

+12,532.50

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

Key Trade Insights: HSN Sub-Chapter 2106 Export-Import Analysis

Consistent Export Growth: 20.91% CAGR Over 7 Years

India's exports under HSN Sub-Chapter 2106 have grown at a compound annual rate of 20.91% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹2,289.82 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹7,154.79 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Sub-Chapter 2106 Ranked #96 Among All 1233 Subchapters by Export Value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Sub-Chapter 2106 ranks #96 out of 1233 subchapters by total export value. Within Chapter 21, it ranks #1 of 6. By trade surplus, it ranks #57 of 1233.

FY 2020-21 Was the Strongest Growth Year for HSN Sub-Chapter 2106 Exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Sub-Chapter 2106 was recorded in FY 2020-21, when exports surged by 31.38% over the prior year.

India Maintains a Trade Surplus of ₹6,234.22 Crore in HSN Sub-Chapter 2106 Goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹7,154.79 Cr exceeded imports of ₹920.57 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹6,234.22 Crore — ranking #57 of 1233 by surplus magnitude.

Import Growth of −2.83% CAGR Signals Stable Import Dependency for Unspecified food preparations

India's imports under HSN Sub-Chapter 2106 have grown at −2.83% CAGR, reaching ₹920.57 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Sub-Chapter 2106 Contributes 49.32% of Chapter 21 Exports — Ranked #1

Among the 6 subchapters under Chapter 21, HSN Sub-Chapter 2106 ranks #1 by export value — accounting for 49.32% of the chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 46.63% share (rank #1).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common queries about HSN Sub Chapter 2106 and GST compliance.

What products are classified under HSN 2106

It includes Unspecified food preparations

How are warranty replacements of Unspecified food preparations 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.

If I repair and return Unspecified food preparations, 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.

What should my invoice and records include for Unspecified 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.

Do spares or accessories of Unspecified food preparations 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.

Any import/export nuance for Unspecified food preparations?

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.

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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