What is the GST (IGST) rate for HSN code 21069019?

HSN code 21069019 (Namkeen) attracts 5% IGST under Schedule I of the GST notification.

What is the customs duty (BCD) for HSN code 21069019?

The Basic Customs Duty (BCD) for HSN code 21069019 is 50%. On import, the landed duty also adds Social Welfare Surcharge (on BCD) and IGST (on the duty-inclusive value).

What does HSN code 21069019 cover?

HSN code 21069019 covers Namkeen. It sits under Chapter 21 – Miscellaneous edible preparations, in Section IV – PREPARED FOODSTUFFS; BEVERAGES, SPIRITS AND VINEGAR; TOBACCO AND MANUFACTURED TOBACCO SUBSTITUTES.

What is the unit of measurement for HSN code 21069019?

The standard unit of quantity (UQC) for HSN code 21069019 is kg, as listed in the Customs Tariff.

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Namkeen HSN Code 2106

Q: What is the HSN code for Namkeen?

The HSN code for Namkeen is 21069019, classified under Chapter 21 – Miscellaneous edible preparations of India's Customs Tariff (ITC-HS).

Q: What is the HSN code for namkeen?

Namkeen and miscellaneous edible preparations fall under heading 2106 — most under the 'other' residual code 21069019. Pan masala is classified under 21069020.

5% IGSTSchedule I

Namkeen and other food preparations not elsewhere specified are classified under HSN heading 2106. Sharbat, supari, pan masala and other preparations each have their own tariff item.

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Heading

2106

Primary code

21069019

GST / IGST

Customs duty (BCD)

50%

Namkeen HSN codes & GST rates

The 8-digit HSN/HS codes under heading 2106 (food preparations not elsewhere specified or included). Click any code for the full duty stack, IGST schedule and FTA preferential rates.

HSN code	Description	IGST	BCD
21069011	- Sharbat	5%	50%
21069019	- Other	5%	50%
21069020	- Pan masala	28%	50%
21069040	- Sugar-syrups containing added flavouring or colouring matter, not elsewhere specified or included; lactose syrup; glucose syrup and malto dextrine syrup	5%	50%

FTA preferential rates: 8 partner agreement(s) listed for 21069019; best preferential rate 0% via Least Developed Countries; 4 partner(s) at 0%. See full FTA breakdown →

What is the HSN code for namkeen?

The HSN code for namkeen is 2106 at the 4-digit heading level. For GST invoicing and customs filing you generally need the full 8-digit tariff item — for namkeen the most common is 21069019, which attracts 5% IGST.

HSN (Harmonized System of Nomenclature) codes are India's standardised product-classification system used for both GST and customs. The first 2 digits are the chapter, 4 digits the heading, 6 digits the international subheading and 8 digits the India-specific tariff item. Always confirm the exact 8-digit code for your specific variant, and verify the rate against the latest CBIC/DGFT notification before filing.

How namkeen is classified under HSN

The HSN classification for namkeen narrows down level by level — from the broad section to the specific 8-digit tariff item used on your invoice and Bill of Entry.

Chapter 212-digitMiscellaneous edible preparations
21064-digit headingFOOD PREPARATIONS NOT ELSEWHERE SPECIFIED OR INCLUDED
2106906-digit subheading- Other: ---- Soft drink concentrates :
210690198-digit tariff item- Other

Section IV — PREPARED FOODSTUFFS; BEVERAGES, SPIRITS AND VINEGAR; TOBACCO AND MANUFACTURED TOBACCO SUBSTITUTES

GST on namkeen

Namkeen (HSN 2106) attracts 5% GST under GST Schedule I. On a sale within the same state this is charged as 2.5% CGST + 2.5% SGST; on an inter-state sale or an import it is charged as a single 5% IGST. This is the rate recorded for the primary code 21069019 — other variants in the table above can carry different rates, so match your exact product and verify against the latest CBIC GST rate notification.

Customs duty on imported namkeen

When namkeen (HSN 21069019) is imported into India, the duty stack is approximately: Basic Customs Duty (BCD) 50%, AIDC 50%, Social Welfare Surcharge on the aggregate of customs duties, plus IGST 5% on the assessable value plus duties.

Indicative total duty on ₹100 of assessable value: ₹91.625. This is an estimate — the actual amount depends on valuation, exemptions and the notifications in force on the date of import.

See the full duty breakdown for 21069019 →

Conclusion

The HSN code for namkeen is 2106 at the heading level, with 21069019 the most commonly used 8-digit tariff item (5% GST). Always pick the 8-digit code that matches your exact product variant from the table above, and confirm the GST rate and customs duty against the latest CBIC/DGFT notifications before invoicing or filing a Bill of Entry.