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Chocolate attracts 18% GST under HSN code 1806. Calculate the exact tax below.
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Chocolate is classified under HSN code 1806 for GST purposes. The Harmonized System of Nomenclature (HSN) code is used to classify goods systematically. This code must be mentioned on GST invoices when billing for chocolate.
Chocolate and cocoa products attract 18% GST since July 2017. This includes all forms — bars, spreads, cocoa powder, and chocolate-based beverages.
Yes, input tax credit (ITC) is available on chocolate for registered businesses. If you purchase chocolate for business purposes, the GST paid (18%) can be claimed as ITC against your output tax liability, subject to conditions under Section 16 of the CGST Act.
Here are example calculations showing GST on chocolate at 18% for common price points:
| Base Price | GST (18%) | CGST (9%) | SGST (9%) | Total |
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| ₹50 | ₹9 | ₹5 | ₹5 | ₹59 |
| ₹100 | ₹18 | ₹9 | ₹9 | ₹118 |
| ₹500 | ₹90 | ₹45 | ₹45 | ₹590 |
| ₹1,000 | ₹180 | ₹90 | ₹90 | ₹1,180 |
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Chocolate attracts 18% GST in India under HSN code 1806. For intra-state sales, this is split into 9% CGST and 9% SGST. For inter-state sales, 18% IGST applies.
The HSN code for Chocolate is 1806. HSN (Harmonized System of Nomenclature) codes are used to classify goods under GST. This code should be mentioned on all GST invoices.
To add 18% GST on chocolate: GST Amount = Base Price × 18/100. Total = Base Price + GST Amount. For example, on ₹100: GST = ₹18, Total = ₹118.
Yes, registered businesses can claim input tax credit on chocolate purchased for business purposes. The 18% GST paid can be offset against your output GST liability, subject to Section 16 conditions of the CGST Act.
Chocolate and cocoa products attract 18% GST since July 2017. This includes all forms — bars, spreads, cocoa powder, and chocolate-based beverages.