3056200 is the designated HSN classification for Fish, Dried, Salted Or In Brine; Smoked Fish, Whether Or Not Cooked Before Or During The Smoking Process-Fish, Salted But Not Dried Or Smoked And Fish In Brine, Other Than Edible Fish Offal--Cod (Gadus Morhua, Gadus Ogac, Gadus Macrocephalus), categorized under Chapter 3 – Fish And Crustaceans, Mollusc in the GST tariff structure. Businesses involved in trading, manufacturing, or importing Fish, Dried, Salted Or In Brine; Smoked Fish, Whether Or Not Cooked Before Or During The Smoking Process-Fish, Salted But Not Dried Or Smoked And Fish In Brine, Other Than Edible Fish Offal--Cod (Gadus Morhua, Gadus Ogac, Gadus Macrocephalus) must apply this code correctly on invoices and tax returns. The applicable tax rates include CGST at Nil/2.5%, SGST/UTGST at Nil/2.5% for local transactions, and IGST at Nil/5% for interstate supplies. Quantities are measured in kg. for billing purposes.
HSN Codes under Chapter 3 – Fish And Crustaceans, Mollusc
Below are related HSN codes from Chapter 3 – Fish And Crustaceans, Mollusc for your reference:
| Chapter | HSN Code | Description | CGST | SGST/UTGST | IGST |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fish And Crustaceans, Mollusc... | 3011100 | Live Fish -Ornamental Fish--Freshwater | Nil | Nil | Nil |
| Fish And Crustaceans, Mollusc... | 3011900 | Live Fish -Ornamental Fish--Other | Nil | Nil | Nil |
| Fish And Crustaceans, Mollusc... | 3019100 | Live Fishother Live Fish Trout (Salmo Trutta, Onco... | Nil | Nil | Nil |
| Fish And Crustaceans, Mollusc... | 3019200 | Live Fishother Live Fish Eels (Anguilla Spp.) | Nil | Nil | Nil |
| Fish And Crustaceans, Mollusc... | 3019300 | Carp (Cyprinus Spp., Carassius Spp., Ctenopharyngo... | Nil | Nil | Nil |
| Fish And Crustaceans, Mollusc... | 3019400 | Live Fish-Other Live Fish-- Bluefin Tunas (Thunnus... | Nil | Nil | Nil |
| Fish And Crustaceans, Mollusc... | 3019500 | Live Fish-Other Live Fish--Southern Bluefin Tunas ... | Nil | Nil | Nil |
| Fish And Crustaceans, Mollusc... | 3019900 | Live Fishother Live Fish Other | Nil | Nil | Nil |
| Fish And Crustaceans, Mollusc... | 3021100 | Fish, Fresh Or Chilled, Excluding Fishfillets And ... | Nil | Nil | Nil |
| Fish And Crustaceans, Mollusc... | 3021300 | Fish, Fresh Or Chilled, Excluding Fishfillets And ... | Nil | Nil | Nil |
GST Rates for HSN 3056200
Tax liability for Fish, Dried, Salted Or In Brine; Smoked Fish, Whether Or Not Cooked Before Or During The Smoking Process-Fish, Salted But Not Dried Or Smoked And Fish In Brine, Other Than Edible Fish Offal--Cod (Gadus Morhua, Gadus Ogac, Gadus Macrocephalus) under HSN 3056200 varies by transaction geography. CGST at Nil/2.5% combined with SGST/UTGST at Nil/2.5% applies to local sales. Interstate movement attracts IGST at Nil/5%. All billing for Chapter 3 – Fish And Crustaceans, Mollusc products must use kg..
Who Should Use HSN Code 3056200?
Any business engaged in supplying Fish, Dried, Salted Or In Brine; Smoked Fish, Whether Or Not Cooked Before Or During The Smoking Process-Fish, Salted But Not Dried Or Smoked And Fish In Brine, Other Than Edible Fish Offal--Cod (Gadus Morhua, Gadus Ogac, Gadus Macrocephalus) must apply HSN 3056200 on invoices. The Fish And Crustaceans, Mollusc category under Chapter 3 requires this classification for wholesalers, retailers, exporters, and online marketplaces alike.
Business Registration Requirements
Looking to deal in Fish, Dried, Salted Or In Brine; Smoked Fish, Whether Or Not Cooked Before Or During The Smoking Process-Fish, Salted But Not Dried Or Smoked And Fish In Brine, Other Than Edible Fish Offal--Cod (Gadus Morhua, Gadus Ogac, Gadus Macrocephalus)? GST registration is your first compliance requirement for HSN 3056200 goods. International traders in Fish And Crustaceans, Mollusc products must obtain an Import Export Code. AD Code registration facilitates export payment processing. Company registration should precede all other business approvals.
Why Correct Classification Matters
Accurate application of HSN Code 3056200 for Fish, Dried, Salted Or In Brine; Smoked Fish, Whether Or Not Cooked Before Or During The Smoking Process-Fish, Salted But Not Dried Or Smoked And Fish In Brine, Other Than Edible Fish Offal--Cod (Gadus Morhua, Gadus Ogac, Gadus Macrocephalus) enables legitimate input tax credit claims and prevents assessment disputes. Businesses under Chapter 3 – Fish And Crustaceans, Mollusc should monitor rate updates (Nil/2.5%, Nil/2.5%, Nil/5%) through official notifications to maintain seamless compliance.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
HSN Code 3056200 falls under Chapter 3 – Fish And Crustaceans, Mollusc in the GST tariff schedule. This chapter covers various goods including Fish, Dried, Salted Or In Brine; Smoked Fish, Whether Or Not Cooked Before Or During The Smoking Process-Fish, Salted But Not Dried Or Smoked And Fish In Brine, Other Than Edible Fish Offal--Cod (Gadus Morhua, Gadus Ogac, Gadus Macrocephalus).
Yes, IGST at Nil/5% is applicable when Fish, Dried, Salted Or In Brine; Smoked Fish, Whether Or Not Cooked Before Or During The Smoking Process-Fish, Salted But Not Dried Or Smoked And Fish In Brine, Other Than Edible Fish Offal--Cod (Gadus Morhua, Gadus Ogac, Gadus Macrocephalus) is supplied interstate or imported. For local sales within a state, CGST at Nil/2.5% and SGST/UTGST at Nil/2.5% apply instead.
Yes, e-commerce sellers dealing in Fish, Dried, Salted Or In Brine; Smoked Fish, Whether Or Not Cooked Before Or During The Smoking Process-Fish, Salted But Not Dried Or Smoked And Fish In Brine, Other Than Edible Fish Offal--Cod (Gadus Morhua, Gadus Ogac, Gadus Macrocephalus) must use HSN 3056200 on their invoices. This applies to all online platforms operating under Fish And Crustaceans, Mollusc classification.
To import goods under Fish And Crustaceans, Mollusc, complete GST registration first, then obtain an Import Export Code from DGFT. Proper company registration provides the legal foundation for your import operations.