Chapter — the broad family
Chapter 19 covers preparations of cereals, flour, starch and milk. At this level the system only knows you are selling something made from grain.
19 ▸ Cereal, flour & milk preparations
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An HSN Code,
Decoded Digit by Digit
Every 8-digit code tells a story that narrows from a whole industry down to one product on your shelf.
Heading — the product type
Heading 1905 narrows it to bread, pastry, cakes, biscuits and other bakers' wares. This is the minimum most businesses must print on a B2B invoice.
1905 ▸ Bread, pastry & bakers' waresSub-heading — the global limit
Sub-heading 190590 is the last level recognised worldwide. Customs authorities in every WCO member country read these six digits the same way.
190590 ▸ Other bakers' waresTariff item — India's own detail
The final pair, 19059090, is added by Indian customs to pin the exact tax treatment. Export invoices must carry all eight digits.
19059090 ▸ Bread, not containing cocoa · GST 18%
Up to ₹5 Cr
4 digits
Mandatory on B2B invoices only
Above ₹5 Cr
6 digits
Mandatory on all invoices
Exports
8 digits
Mandatory on shipping bills
HSN or SAC —
Which One Do You Need?
Both decide your GST rate. The only question is whether you sell something you can hold.
For goods
HSN
Harmonised System of Nomenclature
- Classifies
- Physical products you can ship
- Format
- Up to 8 digits
- Issued by
- World Customs Organization (WCO)
- Example
- 19059090 Bread & bakers' wares
For services
SAC
Services Accounting Code
- Classifies
- Work you perform for a client
- Format
- Exactly 6 digits
- Issued by
- Central Board of Excise & Customs (CBEC)
- Example
- 998314 IT design & development
Why it matters
One Wrong Digit Can
One Wrong Digit Can
Cost You the Credit
The first six digits are a shared global language. The digits after that — and getting them right — are what keep your filings clean.
- Correct tax, first timeThe code fixes the slab — 0%, 5%, 12%, 18% or 28%.
- No automated noticesMismatched codes are the most common trigger for GST scrutiny.
- Your buyer keeps their ITCA wrong code on your bill can cost the customer their input credit.
- Customs clears fasterExports need the full 8 digits on every shipping bill.
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What is an HSN code?
An HSN (Harmonised System of Nomenclature) code is a 6 to 8-digit uniform code used to classify goods under GST in India. It is an international standard, so the first six digits mean the same thing in every member country.
What is the difference between HSN and SAC codes?
HSN codes are used exclusively for goods (physical products), while SAC (Services Accounting Codes) classify services. Both serve the same purpose: determining the correct GST rate.
How does the NextBill HSN Finder tool work?
Type the name of your product or service into the search bar, or enter a partial code. The tool instantly crawls the latest GST directory to give you the correct code and its corresponding tax rate.
How many digits do I need to mention on my invoice?
It depends on your annual turnover. Up to ₹5 crores, a minimum of 4 digits is required on B2B invoices. Above ₹5 crores, 6 digits are mandatory on all invoices. Exports always require the full 8 digits.
Can I find GST tax rates using the HSN code?
Yes. When you look up a code using NextBill's free finder, the tool displays the official GST slab mapped to that specific product or service category.
What happens if I use an incorrect HSN or SAC code?
Using incorrect codes may trigger automated tax notices and can cause your clients to lose their Input Tax Credit (ITC) — which makes it a commercial problem as much as a compliance one.
Is NextBill's HSN/SAC finder tool free to use?
Yes, our online HSN lookup tool is 100% free. You can perform unlimited searches for your inventory or billing setup without registering or providing credit card details.
How often are the HSN/SAC codes updated in this tool?
The tool pulls data directly via secure APIs linked to official government updates. This ensures you always get the latest amendments, rate changes and notifications issued by the GST Council.
How can I find an SAC code for a specific service?
Enter the service type — for example "software development", "consulting" or "renting" — and the finder returns the relevant 6-digit SAC codes along with their rates.
Do I need an HSN code for composite or mixed supplies?
Yes. For a composite supply, use the code of the principal item. For a mixed supply, use the code of the item attracting the highest tax rate.
Can I use this tool to manage my entire product inventory?
The free tool is designed for quick, single searches. For managing entire product lines, NextBill's main software lets you save custom product catalogues with pre-linked HSN codes for high-speed invoicing.
Is an HSN code required for export invoices?
Yes. For export transactions, mentioning the full 8-digit HSN code is mandatory on shipping bills and export tax invoices to facilitate international trade tracking.
What are exempted goods in relation to HSN codes?
Exempted goods are items that attract 0% GST, like fresh vegetables or milk. Even though they are tax-free, they still have specific HSN codes that must be mentioned on a Bill of Supply.
What do the different digits in an 8-digit HSN code represent?
The first two digits are the Chapter (broad category), the next two the Heading (specific type), the next two the Sub-heading (the global breakdown), and the last two the Tariff Item — India's own tax classification.
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