GST Rate & HSN Code for Cocoa Cocoa Preparations — Chapter 18
Cocoa and cocoa preparations. Products under this chapter attract GST rates ranging from 5% to 18%, depending on the category. Explore the complete list of HSN codes, GST rates, and classifications under Chapter 18 below, updated as per the latest CBIC notifications.
HSN Codes under Chapter 18
Showing 33 of 33 entries| HSN Code | Heading | Description | GST Rate | IGST | CGST | SGST | CESS | Effective Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 | 0018 | COCOA AND COCOA PREPARATIONS | 18% | |||||
| 1801 | 1801 | COCOA BEANS, WHOLE OR BROKEN, RAW OR ROASTED | 5% | 5% | 2.50% | 2.50% | 0 | 01/07/2017 |
| 18010000 | 1801 | COCOA BEANS, WHOLE OR BROKEN, RAW OR ROASTED | 5% | 5% | 2.50% | 2.50% | 0 | 01/07/2017 |
| 180100 | 1801 | COCOA BEANS, WHOLE OR BROKEN, RAW OR ROASTED | 5% | 5% | 2.50% | 2.50% | 0 | 01/07/2017 |
| 1802 | 1802 | COCOA SHELLS, HUSKS, SKINS AND OTHER COCOA WASTE | 5% | 5% | 2.50% | 2.50% | 0 | 01/07/2017 |
| 180200 | 1802 | COCOA SHELLS, HUSKS, SKINS AND OTHER COCOA WASTE | 5% | 5% | 2.50% | 2.50% | 0 | 01/07/2017 |
| 18020000 | 1802 | COCOA SHELLS, HUSKS, SKINS AND OTHER COCOA WASTE | 5% | 5% | 2.50% | 2.50% | 0 | 01/07/2017 |
| 1803 | 1803 | COCOA PASTE, WHETHER OR NOT DEFATTED | 5% | 5% | 2.50% | 2.50% | 0 | 01/07/2017 |
| 180310 | 1803 | NOT DEFATTED | 5% | 5% | 2.50% | 2.50% | 0 | 01/07/2017 |
| 18031000 | 1803 | NOT DEFATTED | 5% | 5% | 2.50% | 2.50% | 0 | 01/07/2017 |
| 180320 | 1803 | WHOLLY OR PARTLY DEFATTED | 5% | 5% | 2.50% | 2.50% | 0 | 01/07/2017 |
| 18032000 | 1803 | WHOLLY OR PARTLY DEFATTED | 5% | 5% | 2.50% | 2.50% | 0 | 01/07/2017 |
| 1804 | 1804 | COCOA BUTTER, FAT AND OIL | 18% | 18% | 9% | 9% | 0 | 01/07/2017 |
| 180400 | 1804 | COCOA BUTTER, FAT AND OIL | 18% | 18% | 9% | 9% | 0 | 01/07/2017 |
| 18040000 | 1804 | COCOA BUTTER, FAT AND OIL | 18% | 18% | 9% | 9% | 0 | 01/07/2017 |
| 18050000 | 1805 | COCOA POWDER, NOT CONTAINING ADDED SUGAR OR OTHER SWEETENING MATTER | 18% | 18% | 9% | 9% | 0 | 01/07/2017 |
| 180500 | 1805 | COCOA POWDER, NOT CONTAINING ADDED SUGAR OR OTHER SWEETENING MATTER | 18% | 18% | 9% | 9% | 0 | 01/07/2017 |
| 1805 | 1805 | COCOA POWDER, NOT CONTAINING ADDED SUGAR OR OTHER SWEETENING MATTER | 18% | 18% | 9% | 9% | 0 | 01/07/2017 |
| 1806 | 1806 | CHOCOLATE AND OTHER FOOD PREPARATIONS CONTAINING COCOA | 18% | 18% | 9% | 9% | 0 | 01/07/2017 |
| 180610 | 1806 | COCOA POWDER, CONTAINING ADDED SUGAR OR OTHER SWEETENING MATTER | 18% | 18% | 9% | 9% | 0 | 01/07/2017 |
| 18061000 | 1806 | COCOA POWDER, CONTAINING ADDED SUGAR OR OTHER SWEETENING MATTER | 18% | 18% | 9% | 9% | 0 | 01/07/2017 |
| 180620 | 1806 | OTHER PREPARATIONS IN BLOCKS, SLABS OR BARS WEIGHING MORE THAN 2 KG. OR IN LIQUID, PASTE, POWDER, GRANULAR OR OTHER BULK FORM IN CONTAINERS OR IMMEDIATE PACKINGS, OF A CONTENT EXCEEDING 2 KG. | 18% | 18% | 9% | 9% | 0 | 01/07/2017 |
| 18062000 | 1806 | OTHER PREPARATIONS IN BLOCKS, SLABS OR BARS WEIGHING MORE THAN 2 KG. OR IN LIQUID, PASTE, POWDER, GRANULAR OR OTHER BULK FORM IN CONTAINERS OR IMMEDIATE PACKINGS, OF A CONTENT EXCEEDING 2 KG. | 18% | 18% | 9% | 9% | 0 | 01/07/2017 |
| 180631 | 1806 | FILLED | 18% | 18% | 9% | 9% | 0 | 01/07/2017 |
| 18063100 | 1806 | FILLED | 18% | 18% | 9% | 9% | 0 | 01/07/2017 |
| 180632 | 1806 | NOT FILLED | 18% | 18% | 9% | 9% | 0 | 01/07/2017 |
| 18063200 | 1806 | NOT FILLED | 18% | 18% | 9% | 9% | 0 | 01/07/2017 |
| 180690 | 1806 | OTHER : | 18% | 18% | 9% | 9% | 0 | 01/07/2017 |
| 18069010 | 1806 | CHOCOLATE AND CHOCOLATE PRODUCTS | 18% | 18% | 9% | 9% | 0 | 01/07/2017 |
| 18069020 | 1806 | SUGAR CONFECTIONARY CONTAINING COCOA | 18% | 18% | 9% | 9% | 0 | 01/07/2017 |
| 18069030 | 1806 | SPREADS CONTAINING COCOA | 18% | 18% | 9% | 9% | 0 | 01/07/2017 |
| 18069040 | 1806 | PREPARATIONS CONTAINING COCOA FOR MAKING BEVERAGES | 18% | 18% | 9% | 9% | 0 | 01/07/2017 |
| 18069090 | 1806 | OTHER | 18% | 18% | 9% | 9% | 0 | 01/07/2017 |
Disclaimer: The GST rates and HSN codes listed above are compiled from the latest CBIC notifications and NIC's GST e-Invoice system master codes, to the best of our knowledge. Rates are subject to change based on the Government of India and GST Council updates. RegisterKaro is not liable for any discrepancies or decisions made based on this information. For the most accurate and updated "16th October 2020" of GST and cess rates, please visit the official CBIC website. Need help with GST registration or filing? Talk to a RegisterKaro expert.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about Chapter 18 HSN codes and GST rates.
Chapter 18 of the HSN (Harmonized System of Nomenclature) classification covers Cocoa and cocoa preparations. It groups together all related products and materials under a common category to standardize GST rates and simplify tax compliance for businesses dealing in Cocoa Cocoa Preparations.









