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- Updated on : September 19, 2025
HSN Chapter 20: Prepared Vegetables, Fruit & Nut Products Classification & GST India
HSN Code & GST Rate for Fruits, Juices, Jams, Jellies, Edible Plants - Chapter 20
HSN Chapter 20 experienced a remarkable transformation in the September 2025 GST reforms, with ALL prepared vegetables, fruits, nuts, and juice products moving from 12% to a revolutionary uniform 5% GST rate. This historic 7 percentage point reduction significantly benefits food processing industries, consumers, restaurants, and the entire preserved foods sector by creating complete uniformity across pickles, jams, canned goods, and fruit juices.
Key Classification Factors for Processed Foods & Beverages GST Rates
- Uniform Rate Structure: Single 5% GST across ALL Chapter 20 products
- No Processing Distinction: Same rate for basic pickles and premium preserves
- Complete Simplification: No distinction between different preservation methods
- Industry-Wide Benefit: Major cost reduction and compliance simplification
Complete HSN Code Table: Prepared Vegetables, Fruits & Nut Products (Chapter 20)
| GST Rate | Product Description | HSN Code | Key Import/Export HSN Codes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5% | Vegetables, fruit, nuts and other edible parts of plants, prepared or preserved by vinegar or acetic acid | 2001 | 20011000, 20019000 |
| 5% | Tomatoes prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid | 2002 | 20021000, 20029000 |
| 5% | Mushrooms and truffles, prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid | 2003 | 20031000, 20039010, 20039090 |
| 5% | Other vegetables prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, frozen, other than products of heading 2006 | 2004 | 20041000, 20049000 |
| 5% | Other vegetables prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, not frozen, other than products of heading 2006 | 2005 | 20051000, 20052000, 20054000, 20055100, 20055900, 20056000 |
| 5% | Vegetables, fruit, nuts, fruit-peel and other parts of plants, preserved by sugar (drained, glacé or crystallised) | 2006 | 20060000 |
| 5% | Jams, fruit jellies, marmalades, fruit or nut purée and fruit or nut pastes, obtained by cooking, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter | 2007 | 20071000, 20079100, 20079910, 20079920, 20079930, 20079940 |
| 5% | Fruit, nuts and other edible parts of plants, otherwise prepared or preserved, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter or spirit, not elsewhere specified or included; such as Groundnuts, Cashew nut, roasted, salted or roasted and salted, Other roasted nuts and seeds, squash of Mango, Lemon, Orange, Pineapple or other fruits | 2008 | 20081100, 20081910, 20081920, 20081930, 20081940, 20081990, 20082000 |
| 5% | Fruit juices (including grape must) and vegetable juices, unfermented and not containing added spirit, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter | 2009 | 20091100, 20091200, 20091900, 20092100, 20092900, 20093100 |
| 5% | Tender coconut water, pre-packaged and labelled | 2009 89 90 | 20098990 |
🥒 Revolutionary September 2025 GST Transformation for Food Processing:
- Historic Rate Reduction: ALL Chapter 20 products reduced from 12% to 5% GST - massive 7 percentage point benefit
- Consumer Affordability: Pickles, jams, canned fruits, and fruit juices now significantly more affordable
- Industry-Wide Relief: Food processing companies save significantly on final product pricing and competitiveness
- Restaurant & Hotel Benefits: Major cost reduction for hospitality sector using processed foods and beverages
- Export Competitiveness: Indian food processing industry gains significant cost advantage in global markets
- Small Business Support: Local pickle makers, juice manufacturers, and food processors gain major cost advantages
- Complete Uniformity: No rate distinction between different preservation methods or product types
- Compliance Simplification: Single rate eliminates classification disputes and reduces administrative burden
- Health Food Access: Fruit juices, preserved fruits, and healthy snacks more accessible to consumers
🍅 Universal 5% GST Rate Examples:
🥒 Pickled & Preserved Products (All at 5%):
- Pickled Vegetables (HSN 2001): 5% GST - mango pickle, lime pickle, mixed vegetable pickles
- Canned Tomatoes (HSN 2002): 5% GST - tomato puree, paste, and preserved tomato products
- Preserved Mushrooms (HSN 2003): 5% GST - canned mushrooms and mushroom preparations
- Frozen Vegetables (HSN 2004): 5% GST - frozen mixed vegetables, frozen corn, frozen peas
🍓 Jams & Sweet Preserves (All at 5%):
- Fruit Jams (HSN 2007): 5% GST - strawberry, mango, mixed fruit jams
- Jellies & Marmalades (HSN 2007): 5% GST - orange marmalade, grape jelly
- Candied Fruits (HSN 2006): 5% GST - crystallized ginger, glacé cherries
- Fruit Purées (HSN 2007): 5% GST - apple puree, mango puree for food processing
🥜 Processed Nuts & Snacks (All at 5%):
- Roasted Nuts (HSN 2008): 5% GST - roasted cashews, almonds, groundnuts
- Salted Nuts (HSN 2008): 5% GST - salted peanuts, mixed nuts
- Nut Preparations (HSN 2008): 5% GST - nut-based snacks and preparations
🧃 Juices & Beverages (All at 5%):
- Fruit Juices (HSN 2009): 5% GST - orange, apple, mango, mixed fruit juices
- Vegetable Juices (HSN 2009): 5% GST - tomato juice, mixed vegetable juice
- Coconut Water (HSN 2009): 5% GST - packaged tender coconut water
- Fruit Concentrates (HSN 2009): 5% GST - grape must and fruit concentrates
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What are the GST rates for all processed fruits, vegetables, and juices in India after September 2025?
All processed fruits, vegetables, and juices under HSN Chapter 20 now attract a uniform 5% GST rate (2.5% CGST + 2.5% SGST) as per the September 2025 GST reforms. This includes pickles, jams, canned fruits, fruit juices, and all preserved vegetable and fruit products - creating complete uniformity across the chapter.
Which HSN codes are covered under the new uniform 5% GST rate for Chapter 20?
All HSN codes from 2001 to 2009 now attract 5% GST: pickled vegetables (2001), preserved tomatoes (2002), preserved mushrooms (2003), frozen processed vegetables (2004), canned vegetables (2005), sugar preserved fruits (2006), jams and jellies (2007), processed fruits and nuts (2008), and fruit juices (2009).
What was the major change in Chapter 20 GST rates in September 2025?
The September 2025 reforms brought revolutionary changes to Chapter 20 - ALL products moved from the previous 12% GST rate to a uniform 5% GST rate. This massive 7 percentage point reduction benefits food processing companies, consumers, and the entire preserved foods industry while simplifying compliance.
How does the uniform 5% rate affect different types of processed foods?
The uniform 5% GST rate applies equally to all processed fruits and vegetables - from basic pickles to premium jams to packaged fruit juices. This eliminates previous rate variations and creates a single, simplified tax structure for the entire food preservation and processing industry.
Are there any exceptions to the 5% GST rate in Chapter 20?
No, there are no exceptions. The September 2025 GST notification (Schedule I) specifically lists all HSN codes from 2001 to 2009 at the uniform 2.5% CGST rate (5% total GST). This creates complete uniformity across all prepared vegetables, fruits, nuts, and juice products.
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Disclaimer
The GST Rate & HSN codes and rates have been arranged as per the best of authors understanding and are subject to periodic updates as per the law for the time being in force. It does not constitute professional advice or a formal recommendation. While due care has been taken in preparing this content, the existence of mistakes and omissions herein is not ruled out. DisyTax will not be held responsible for any loss or damage of any kind arising out of any inaccurate or incomplete information in this document.