Almonds HSN Code 0802 and GST Rate
Dried almonds, in shell or shelled (badam).
- HSN code
- 0802
- GST rate
- 5%
- Chapter
- 08: Fruit and nuts
- Before 22 Sep 2025
- 12%
What is the HSN code for almonds?
Almonds falls under HSN 0802, in chapter 08 (Fruit and nuts).
Almonds are the first entry of heading 0802, which also covers walnuts, pistachios, hazelnuts and other dried nuts. GST on almonds was cut from 12% to 5% on 22 September 2025. Roasted or salted almonds count as prepared nuts of heading 2008, which also moved to 5%.
| Code | Description |
|---|---|
| 080211 | Almonds in shell |
| 080212 | Almonds, shelled |
GST rate on almonds
The GST rate on almonds is 5%. Before 22 September 2025 it was 12%.
| GST rate | Within a state | Between states |
|---|---|---|
| 5% | CGST 2.5% + SGST 2.5% | IGST 5% |
Compare other goods on the GST rates list.
Which HSN digits to write on your invoice
The number of digits depends on your aggregate turnover in the previous financial year.
| Turnover last year | Digits | Write |
|---|---|---|
| Up to Rs 5 crore | 4 on B2B invoices, optional on B2C | 0802 |
| Above Rs 5 crore | 6 on every invoice | 080211, 080212 |
| Export or import | 8 on the shipping bill or bill of entry | From the Customs Tariff, chapter 08 |
Sample GST invoice line for almonds
Here is how a line for almonds looks on a tax invoice within one state: 10 × kg at Rs 820.00 each, taxed at 5%. The figures are an example, not a market price.
| Item | HSN | Qty | Rate (Rs) | Taxable (Rs) | CGST (Rs) | SGST (Rs) | Total (Rs) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Almonds | 0802 | 10 × kg | 820.00 | 8,200.00 | 205.00 | 205.00 | 8,610.00 |
Sold to a buyer in another state, the same line carries IGST of Rs 410.00 instead of CGST and SGST. Make the full invoice with the GST invoice format: it fills in the tax split, round off and amount in words.
Chapter 08 at a glance
Chapter 08 (Fruit and nuts) covers: Edible fruit and nuts, fresh or dried, including citrus and melon peel.
Other pages in chapter 08
Related HSN codes
Products often bought, sold or invoiced together with almonds:
Frequently asked questions
What is the HSN code for almonds?
Almonds falls under HSN 0802: dried almonds, in shell or shelled (badam). Common 6 digit codes are 080211 for almonds in shell and 080212 for almonds, shelled.
What is the GST rate on almonds?
5%: CGST 2.5% plus SGST 2.5% on a sale within a state, or IGST 5% on a sale between states. It was 12% until 21 September 2025.
How many digits of the almonds HSN code go on a GST invoice?
If your aggregate turnover in the previous financial year was up to Rs 5 crore, write the 4 digit code 0802 on B2B invoices (optional on B2C invoices). Above Rs 5 crore, write 6 digits, such as 080211, on every invoice. Shipping bills and bills of entry need the full 8 digit code from the Customs Tariff.
Rates checked on 13 October 2026 against the GST rate notifications in force (GST 2.0 from 22 September 2025). Descriptions are in our own words and are a guide, not a ruling: for a disputed or high value item, check the notification or ask your tax adviser.