HSN Codes · Chapter 84: Machinery and Mechanical Appliances

HSN Code 8453

Sewing machines, other than book-sewing machines of heading 8440, furniture, bases and covers specially designed for sewing machines, sewing machine needles

Typical GST rate

Varies

Depends on sub-classification

Type

Goods

HSN classification

Code level

4-digit

Heading

Reading code 8453

The first two digits (84) place this code in chapter 84 — Machinery and Mechanical Appliances. As a 4-digit heading it groups a whole product family; 6 and 8-digit codes underneath it get more specific. Remember: you can never invent a shorter code by truncating a longer one — only codes that exist in the official tariff are valid.

The biggest goods chapter: engines, pumps, compressors, ACs, refrigerators, computers and laptops (8471), and industrial machinery of every kind.

More specific codes under 8453

  • 845310 — Machinery for preparing, tanning or working hides, skins or leather
  • 84531000 — Machinery for preparing, tanning or working hides, skins or leather
  • 845320 — Sewing machines, other than book-sewing machines of heading 8440, furniture, bases and covers specially designed for sewing machines, sewing machine needles — machinery for making or repairing footwear
  • 84532000 — Sewing machines, other than book-sewing machines of heading 8440, furniture, bases and covers specially designed for sewing machines, sewing machine needles — machinery for making or repairing footwear — machinery for making or repairing footwear
  • 845380 — Sewing machines, other than book-sewing machines of heading 8440, furniture, bases and covers specially designed for sewing machines, sewing machine needles — other machinery
  • 84538000 — Sewing machines, other than book-sewing machines of heading 8440, furniture, bases and covers specially designed for sewing machines, sewing machine needles — other machinery — other machinery
  • 845390 — Sewing machines, other than book-sewing machines of heading 8440, furniture, bases and covers specially designed for sewing machines, sewing machine needles — parts
  • 84539010 — Sewing machines, other than book-sewing machines of heading 8440, furniture, bases and covers specially designed for sewing machines, sewing machine needles — parts — of boot and shoe manufacturing machinery
  • 84539090 — Sewing machines, other than book-sewing machines of heading 8440, furniture, bases and covers specially designed for sewing machines, sewing machine needles — parts — other

Frequently asked questions

The GST rate under 8453 depends on the specific item and applicable notifications. Check the classification with our HSN code finder and confirm the rate before invoicing.
Businesses with annual aggregate turnover of ₹5 crore or more must report at least 6 digits on e-invoices and e-way bills; below ₹5 crore, 4 digits is the B2B minimum. Exports require 8 digits.
Every line item on a GST tax invoice carries its HSN code alongside the description, quantity, taxable value, and tax breakup. The code also flows into your GSTR-1 HSN summary and e-way bills.

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