Q3HSN Code 1701
Cane or beet sugar and chemically pure sucrose, in solid
Cane or beet sugar and chemically pure sucrose, in solid form
GST rate
| Cane or beet sugar and chemically pure sucrose, in solid form including refined sugar containing added flavouring or colouring matter, sugar cubes [other than jaggery of all types, khandsari sugar, rab] | 5% |
| Jaggery of all types including Cane Jaggery (gur), Palmyra Jaggery, Khandsari Sugar, Rab, pre-packaged and labelled | 5% |
| (i) Jaggery of all types including Cane Jaggery (gur), Palmyra Jaggery, other than pre-packaged and labeled (ii) Khandsari Sugar, other than pre-packaged and labelled (iii) Rab,other than pre-packaged and labelled | Nil |
Codes under 1701
| Code | Description | GST rate |
|---|---|---|
| 1701 11 | Cane sugar | Varies |
| 1701 12 | Beet sugar | Varies |
| 1701 13 | Cane sugar specified in sub-heading note 2 to this chapter: | Varies |
| 1701 13 10 | Cane jaggery | Varies |
| 1701 13 20 | Khandsari sugar | Varies |
| 1701 14 | Other cane sugar — cane or beet sugar and chemically pure sucrose, in solid form | Varies |
| 1701 14 10 | Cane jaggery | Varies |
| 1701 14 20 | Khandsari sugar | Varies |
| 1701 91 | Refined sugar containing added flavouring or colouring matter | Varies |
| 1701 99 | Cane or beet sugar and chemically pure sucrose, in solid form › Other | Varies |
| 1701 99 10 | Sugar cubes | Varies |
← Chapter 17: Sugar, jaggery and sugar confectionery
Related HSN codes
1702Other sugars, including chemically pure lactose, maltose1605Crustaceans, molluscs and other aquatic invertebrates1703Molasses resulting from the extraction or refining of sugar1604Prepared or preserved fish1704Sugar confectionery (including white chocolate), not1603Extracts and juices of meat, fish or crustaceans, molluscs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HSN code for cane or beet sugar and chemically pure sucrose, in solid?
The HSN code for cane or beet sugar and chemically pure sucrose, in solid is 1701, under Chapter 17 (Sugar, jaggery and sugar confectionery).
What is the GST rate on cane or beet sugar and chemically pure sucrose, in solid?
It depends on the specific item: cane or beet sugar and chemically pure sucrose, in solid form including refined sugar containing added flavouring or colouring matter, sugar cubes [other than jaggery of all types, khandsari sugar, rab] is 5%; jaggery of all types including cane jaggery (gur), palmyra jaggery, khandsari sugar, rab, pre-packaged and labelled is 5%; (i) jaggery of all types including cane jaggery (gur), palmyra jaggery, other than pre-packaged and labeled (ii) khandsari sugar, other than pre-packaged and labelled (iii) rab,other than 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.