Food & Grain 5% GST Updated 21 Apr 2026

HSN Code 1101
Atta / Wheat Flour / Maida

HSN 1101 covers wheat or meslin flour — atta, maida, suji/rava. Loose flour is exempt; pre-packaged branded flour attracts 5% GST.

HSN Code

1101

GST Rate

5%

Preferred UQC

KGS

Rate details & exceptions

Pre-packaged labelled atta / maida / suji → 5% GST. Loose flour sold by weight without packaging → exempt. Multi-grain atta (with added grains) stays under 1101 if wheat-predominant; otherwise check HSN 1102.

What HSN 1101 covers

HSN 1101 applies to the following products and variants. If your item isn't in the list, consult a CA or search the CBIC HSN master for the exact sub-heading.

  • Whole wheat atta
  • Refined flour (maida)
  • Suji / rava (semolina)
  • Multi-grain atta (wheat-predominant)
  • Pre-packaged bakery flour

How to enter HSN 1101 on an invoice

On a GST-compliant invoice, add the following for each line item:

  • HSN code: 1101
  • Description: Atta / Wheat Flour / Maida (or your specific SKU name)
  • UQC: KGS
  • Quantity, rate per unit, taxable value
  • GST rate: 5% (split as CGST + SGST for intra-state, or IGST for inter-state)

21bill auto-fills HSN 1101 and the 5% rate the moment you type "atta / wheat flour / maida" in the item description — so you don't memorise codes.

Questions people ask about HSN 1101

Is atta taxed or exempt?

5% if pre-packaged and labelled. Exempt (0%) if sold loose without packaging or branding. This applies regardless of package size — a 50 kg labelled bag and a 1 kg retail pack are both 5%.

What about multi-grain or fortified atta?

Multi-grain atta remains under HSN 1101 at 5% (packaged) if wheat is the predominant ingredient. Fortified atta (with added vitamins/minerals) same rate. If the formulation becomes primarily another grain, check HSN 1102 (other cereal flours).

Can a kirana store claim ITC on atta purchases?

Yes, if the store is GST-registered and purchases from a registered mill/wholesaler with valid invoices. The ITC flows into GSTR-3B automatically in 21bill once you record vendor bills.

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⚠️ This page is a working reference, not tax advice. GST rates and classifications change — confirm with your CA or the latest CBIC notification before filing. Last reviewed 21 April 2026.