Turmeric Powder HSN Code: Classification of Turmeric and Its Uses
Turmeric powder is an important Indian spice and is also used in traditional remedies. In GST it is treated as a spice and classified with other single spices. Using the correct turmeric HSN code helps spice traders and food businesses show taxes properly.
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Turmeric Powder HSN Code Classification and GST Rates
Here are some commonly used HSN codes and GST rates for this category
| Section | |
|---|---|
| Section No | 2 |
| Section Title | Guide to HSN Section 02 |
| Section Description | VEGETABLE PRODUCTS |
| Chapter | |
|---|---|
| Chapter No | 9 |
| Chapter Title | Coffee, Tea, Mate and Spices |
| Chapter Description | Coffee, tea, mate and spices |
4 Digit HSN Code Classification
| HSN Code | HSN Code Title | GST Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0910 | Prepared aquatic invertebrates | 5% |
8 Digit HSN Code Classification
| HSN Code | HSN Code Title | GST Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 09101110 | Fresh ginger | 0% |
| 09101120 | Dried, unbleached ginger | 5% |
| 09101130 | Ginger: Dried, bleached | 5% |
| 09101190 | Other unground ginger | 5% |
| 09101210 | Ginger powder | 5% |
| 09101290 | Other crushed or ground ginger | 5% |
| 09102010 | Saffron | Saffron Stigma | 5% |
| 09102020 | Saffron | Saffron Stamen | 5% |
| 09102090 | Saffron | Other | 5% |
| 09103010 | Turmeric (Curcuma)| Fresh | 0% |
| 09103020 | Turmeric (Curcuma)| Dried | 5% |
| 09103030 | Turmeric (Curcuma)| Powder | 5% |
| 09103090 | Turmeric (Curcuma) | 5% |
| 09104010 | Other Thymes | 5% |
| 09104020 | Other Bay Leaves | 5% |
| 09104030 | Curry Spices | 5% |
| 09105000 | Husk | 5% |
| 09109100 | Mixed Spices | 5% |
| 09109911 | Celery seed | 0% |
| 09109912 | Fenugreek seeds (excluding processed form) | 0% |
| 09109913 | Dill seeds | 0% |
| 09109914 | Ajwain seed | 0% |
| 09109915 | Other Spices: Cassia Torea Seed (Unprocessed) | 0% |
| 09109919 | Other spices seed | 0% |
| 09109921 | Other Spices | Other | Powder | Cassia | 5% |
| 09109923 | Other Spices | Other | Powder | Celery | 5% |
| 09109924 | Spices| Powder| Fenugreek | 5% |
| 09109925 | Other Spices | Other | Powder | Dill | 5% |
| 09109926 | Other Spices | Other | Powder | Poppy | 5% |
| 09109927 | Other Spices | Other | Powder | Mustard | 5% |
| 09109929 | Other Spices | Other | Powder | Other | 5% |
| 09109930 | Ginger, saffron, turmeric (curcuma), thyme, bay leaves, curry and other spices Other: Powder: Husk | 0% |
| 09109939 | Other Spices | Other | Husk | Other | 5% |
| 09109990 | Other Spices | Other | 5% |
* GST rates may vary based on the latest GST notifications
How Turmeric Powder is Classified under HSN Code
Turmeric in whole or powdered form is normally grouped under heading 0910 for spices. The change from whole to powder does not change the main HSN as long as it stays pure turmeric. Spice mills and packers buy whole turmeric, process it into powder and sell it under the same heading. Proper naming on the invoice as whole or powder keeps records clear.
Understanding the GST Implications for Turmeric Powder and HSN Code
Turmeric powder for human use generally attracts GST at 5 percent. This rate is kept low because it is a daily use food ingredient. If turmeric powder is part of spice mixes, masala blends or ready mixes, the classification may move to the heading of the final mixture, so care is needed while choosing HSN.
Differences Between Turmeric Powder and Raw Turmeric Under HSN
Both raw turmeric and turmeric powder share the same heading in most cases, but invoices should clearly describe whether the supply is whole spice or ground spice. Exporters and importers also follow the same heading 0910 for turmeric, so matching domestic and customs records becomes easier.
