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HSN 19040% GSTITC EligibleRCM: Check notificationsLast reviewed: 22 Jan 2026

PREPARED FOODS OBTAINED BY THE SWELLING OR ROASTING OF CEREALS OR CERE…

GST rate for HSN 1904 is 0%. Use the calculator, copy invoice-ready details, and verify ITC/RCM hints before filing (FY 2025–26).

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Quick summary
TypeGoods
Intra-state split0% CGST + 0% SGST
Inter-state0% IGST
Tip: Compare nearby headings and chapter notes to avoid wrong classification.

GST Rate for HSN 1904

0%

Specific items under 1904

HSN CodeDescriptionGST Rate
190410PREPARED FOODS OBTAINED BY THE SWELLING OR ROASTING OF CEREALS OR CEREAL PRODUCTS:0%
190420PREPARED FOODS OBTAINED FROM UNROASTED CEREAL FLAKES OR FROM MIXTURES OF UNROASTED CEREAL FLAKES AND ROASTED CEREAL FLAKES OR SWELLED CEREALS :0%
190430BULGUR WHEAT0%
190490OTHER0%
19041010CORN FLAKES0%
19041020PAWS, MUDI AND THE LIKE0%
19041030BULGUR WHEAT0%
19041090OTHER0%
19042000PREPARED FOODS OBTAINED BY THE SWELLING OR ROASTING OF CEREALS OR CEREAL PRODUCTS (FOR EXAMPLE, CORN FLAKES); CEREALS [OTHER THAN MAIZE (CORN) ] IN GRAIN FORM OR IN THE FORM OF FLAKES OR OTHER WORKED GRAINS (EXCEPT FLOUR, GROATS AND MEAL), PRE - COOKED OR OTHERWISE PREPARED, NOT ELSEWHERE SPECIFIED OR INCLUDED PREPARED FOODS OBTAINED FROM UNROASTED CEREAL FLAKES OR FROM MIXTURES OF UNROASTED CEREAL FLAKES AND ROASTED CEREAL FLAKES OR SWELLED CEREALS0%
19042010WITH MILLET CONTENT 15% OR MORE BY WEIGHT0%
19042090OTHER0%
19043000BULGUR WHEAT0%
19049000OTHER0%

Tax calculator for HSN 1904

Enter a taxable value to calculate GST. You can use this for a quick invoice estimate.

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Not legal advice • Verify before filing • For services (99), place-of-supply rules can change tax type.

Invoice example (₹1,000 taxable value)

Intra-state (CGST + SGST)
Taxable value₹1,000
CGST (0%)0.00
SGST (0%)0.00
Total invoice1000.00
Inter-state (IGST)
Taxable value₹1,000
IGST (0%)0.00
Total invoice1000.00
Chapter note
Preparations of Cereals (Pasta, Bread, Pastry, Cakes). Pizza bases, rusks, and wafers.

Compliance pointers (ITC / RCM / classification)

ITC hint

Input Tax Credit depends on usage conditions, restrictions, and supplier eligibility. Treat this as a quick hint — verify for edge cases.

ITC Eligible
RCM / special cases

Reverse Charge is notification-based and can depend on supplier status and transaction type. If you see a warning, double-check notifications and your invoice terms.

No chapter-level RCM note found. Still verify based on notification + supplier category.
Classification checks
  • Compare adjacent headings within Chapter 19 before finalizing.
  • Use chapter notes to avoid common confusions (materials vs finished goods, kits, etc.).
  • For services (99), place-of-supply can change whether IGST/CGST+SGST applies.

FAQs for HSN 1904

What is the GST rate for HSN 1904?

GST rate for HSN 1904 is 0%. Always verify the latest CBIC/GST notifications for changes.

Is HSN mandatory on invoices?

HSN is generally required on B2B invoices; the number of digits depends on turnover and the nature of supply. Exports/imports typically use more detailed codes.

How do I use this code on an invoice?

Add HSN 1904 in the line item and apply GST @ 0%. For intra-state supplies: 0% CGST + 0% SGST. For inter-state supplies: 0% IGST.

Does ITC apply for this HSN?

ITC depends on conditions and restrictions under GST law, plus the nature of usage and supplier eligibility. Use the ITC badge as a hint and verify with your CA for edge cases.

Can Reverse Charge (RCM) apply here?

RCM is notification-based and depends on the supply category, supplier status, and transaction type. If you see an RCM note, treat it as a “verify” signal.

What if I pick the wrong HSN?

Wrong classification can cause rate mismatch, notices, interest/penalty exposure, and reconciliation issues. Compare nearby headings and chapter notes before finalizing.

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