HSN code 0406

Heading in chapter 04 — Dairy produce; birds' eggs; natural honey; edible products of animal origin…

HSN code

0406

Cheese and curd

Classification

Code type	HSN — Harmonized System of Nomenclature
Level	Heading (4 digits)
Section	Section I — Live animals and animal products
Chapter 04	Dairy produce; birds' eggs; natural honey; edible products of animal origin, not elsewhere specified or included
Heading 0406	Cheese and curd

5 codes under HSN 0406

HSN code	Description
`040610`	Fresh (unripened or uncured) cheese, including whey cheese, and curd
`040620`	Grated or powdered cheese, of all kinds
`040630`	Processed cheese, not grated or powdered
`040640`	Blue-veined cheese and other cheese containing veins produced by penicillium roqueforti other cheese
`040690`	Cheese and curd – other cheese

Using HSN 0406 in GST

On GST invoices, a business with annual turnover up to ₹5 crore must show at least the first 4 digits (0406) on B2B invoices, and a business above ₹5 crore must show 6 digits on all invoices. The full 8-digit code is used for imports and exports.

The GST rate depends on the exact goods or service and any conditions in the rate notification, so it is not listed here. Check the official CBIC GST rate finder, then work out the tax with the GST calculator or make a bill with the GST invoice generator.

Frequently asked questions

What is HSN code 0406?

HSN code 0406 is the heading for: Cheese and curd.

What is the GST rate for HSN 0406?

GST rates are set by CBIC rate notifications and can depend on conditions, so check the CBIC GST rate finder for HSN 0406 before invoicing.

How many codes are under HSN 0406?

5 more detailed codes are listed directly under HSN 0406 in the GST list.