HSN Codes · Chapter 85: Electrical Machinery and Electronics

HSN Code 8501

Electric motors and generators

Typical GST rate

18%

9% CGST + 9% SGST intra-state

Type

Goods

HSN classification

Code level

4-digit

Heading

Reading code 8501

The first two digits (85) place this code in chapter 85 — Electrical Machinery and Electronics. 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.

Motors, transformers, batteries, mobile phones (8517), TVs, cables, switches, and LEDs — the electronics trade's home chapter.

More specific codes under 8501

  • 850110 — Electric motors and generators (excluding generating sets) — motors of an output not exceeding 37.5 w
  • 85011011 — Electric motors and generators (excluding generating sets) — motors of an output not exceeding 37.5 w — micro motor
  • 85011012 — Electric motors and generators (excluding generating sets) — motors of an output not exceeding 37.5 w — stepper motor
  • 85011013 — Electric motors and generators (excluding generating sets) — motors of an output not exceeding 37.5 w — wiper motor
  • 85011019 — Electric motors and generators (excluding generating sets) — motors of an output not exceeding 37.5 w — other
  • 85011020 — Electric motors and generators (excluding generating sets) — motors of an output not exceeding 37.5 w — ac motor
  • 850120 — Other dc motors, dc generators, other than photovoltaic generators
  • 85012000 — Other dc motors, dc generators, other than photovoltaic generators
  • 850131 — Electric motors and generators (excluding generating sets) — of an output not exceeding 750 w
  • 85013111 — Electric motors and generators (excluding generating sets) — of an output not exceeding 750 w — micro motor

Frequently asked questions

Goods and services under 8501 typically attract 18% GST. Rates can vary by sub-classification and notifications, so confirm the applicable rate for your specific item.
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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