About HSN Code 1601

HSN Code 1601 covers Sausages and Similar Products, of Meat, Meat Offal, Blood or Insects, Food Preparations Based on These Products and attracts a GST rate of 12%. For intra-state supplies, this is split as 6% CGST + 6% SGST. For inter-state supplies, 12% IGST is charged.

How to Use HSN Code 1601 on GST Invoices

• Include the HSN code 1601 on every GST invoice for sausages and similar products, of meat, meat offal, blood or insects, food preparations based on these products
• Businesses with turnover above ₹5 crore must use 6-digit HSN codes
• Turnover between ₹1.5–5 crore: 4-digit codes are sufficient
• The HSN code must match the product/service description on your invoice
• Incorrect HSN codes can lead to GST notices and ITC mismatches

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