Q3HSN Code 0406
Cheese and curd
GST rate
| Cheese, other than chena or paneer | 5% |
| Chena or paneer, whether or not pre-packaged and labelled | Nil |
Codes under 0406
| Code | Description | GST rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0406 10 | Fresh (unripened or uncured) cheese, including whey cheese, and curd | Varies |
| 0406 10 00 | Cheese and curd fresh (unripened or uncured) cheese, including whey cheese and curd | Varies |
| 0406 10 10 | Mozzarella cheese | Varies |
| 0406 20 | Grated or powdered cheese, of all kinds | Varies |
| 0406 30 | Processed cheese, not grated or powdered | Varies |
| 0406 40 | Blue-veined cheese and other cheese containing veins produced by penicillium roqueforti other cheese | Varies |
| 0406 40 00 | Blue-veined cheese and other cheese containing veins produced by penicillium roqueforti | Varies |
| 0406 90 | Other cheese — cheese and curd | Varies |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HSN code for cheese and curd?
The HSN code for cheese and curd is 0406, under Chapter 04 (Dairy, eggs, honey and other animal products).
What is the GST rate on cheese and curd?
It depends on the specific item: cheese, other than chena or paneer is 5%; chena or paneer, whether or not pre-packaged and labelled is Nil.
How many digits of the HSN code go on a GST invoice?
It depends on your turnover in the previous financial year: businesses above ₹5 crore generally show 6 digits (8 for certain specified goods), and smaller businesses show 4 digits on B2B invoices. Check the current e-invoicing/HSN notification for the exact threshold that applies to you.
Rates as per Notifications No. 9/2025-Central Tax (Rate) and 10/2025-Central Tax (Rate), as amended, as of 7 October 2026. For guidance only — verify with your tax advisor.