Noodles and Pasta HSN Code 1902 and GST Rate
Pasta and noodles, including instant noodles, spaghetti, macaroni and vermicelli.
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- HSN code
- 1902
- GST rate
- 5%
- Chapter
- 19: Cereal and bakery products
- Before 22 Sep 2025
- 12%
What is the HSN code for noodles and pasta?
Noodles and Pasta falls under HSN 1902, in chapter 19 (Cereal and bakery products).
Pasta, vermicelli and instant noodles all belong to heading 1902 and are 5% since 22 September 2025, down from 12%. Noodles with a separate seasoning sachet stay in 1902 as long as the noodles give the product its character. Ready to eat noodle meals in a cup are also usually 190230.
| Code | Description |
|---|---|
| 190211 | Uncooked pasta containing eggs |
| 190219 | Other uncooked pasta (vermicelli, macaroni) |
| 190230 | Other pasta (instant noodles) |
| 190240 | Couscous |
GST rate on noodles and pasta
The GST rate on noodles and pasta 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 | 1902 |
| Above Rs 5 crore | 6 on every invoice | 190211, 190219, 190230 |
| Export or import | 8 on the shipping bill or bill of entry | From the Customs Tariff, chapter 19 |
Sample GST invoice line for noodles and pasta
Here is how a line for noodles and pasta looks on a tax invoice within one state: 500 × pack at Rs 14.00 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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Noodles and Pasta | 1902 | 500 × pack | 14.00 | 7,000.00 | 175.00 | 175.00 | 7,350.00 |
Sold to a buyer in another state, the same line carries IGST of Rs 350.00 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 19 at a glance
Chapter 19 (Cereal and bakery products) covers: Pasta, noodles, breakfast cereals, bread, biscuits, cakes and similar bakery goods.
Other pages in chapter 19
Related HSN codes
Products often bought, sold or invoiced together with noodles and pasta:
Частые вопросы
What is the HSN code for noodles and pasta?
Noodles and Pasta falls under HSN 1902: pasta and noodles, including instant noodles, spaghetti, macaroni and vermicelli. Common 6 digit codes are 190211 for uncooked pasta containing eggs and 190219 for other uncooked pasta (vermicelli, macaroni).
What is the GST rate on noodles and pasta?
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 noodles and pasta 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 1902 on B2B invoices (optional on B2C invoices). Above Rs 5 crore, write 6 digits, such as 190211, 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.