Q3HSN Code 1516
Animal, vegetable or microbial fats and oils and their
Animal, vegetable or microbial fats and oils and their fractions, partly or wholly hydrogenated, inter-esterified, re-esterified or elaidinised, whether or not refined, but not further prepared
GST rate
5%
Codes under 1516
| Code | Description | GST rate |
|---|---|---|
| 1516 10 | Animal fats and oils and their fractions | 5% |
| 1516 20 | Vegetable fats and oils and their fractions: | 5% |
| 1516 20 11 | Edible grade | 5% |
| 1516 20 21 | Edible grade | 5% |
| 1516 20 31 | Edible grade | 5% |
| 1516 20 91 | Edible grade | 5% |
| 1516 30 | Microbial fats and oils and their fractions | 5% |
← Chapter 15: Edible oils, animal fats and waxes
Related HSN codes
1517Mmargarine, edible mixture or preparations1515Other fixed vegetable or microbial fats and oils1518Animal, vegetable or microbial fats and oils and their1514Rape, colza or mustard oil and its fractions thereof1520Glycerol, crude; glycerol waters and glycerol lyes1513Coconut (copra), palm kernel or babassu oil and fractions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HSN code for animal, vegetable or microbial fats and oils and their?
The HSN code for animal, vegetable or microbial fats and oils and their is 1516, under Chapter 15 (Edible oils, animal fats and waxes).
What is the GST rate on animal, vegetable or microbial fats and oils and their?
Animal, vegetable or microbial fats and oils and their is taxed at 5% GST under HSN code 1516.
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 Notification No. 9/2025-Central Tax (Rate), as amended, as of 7 October 2026. For guidance only — verify with your tax advisor.