HSN Codes · Chapter 85: Electrical Machinery and Electronics

HSN Code 850172

Electric motors and generators (excluding generating sets) — of an output exceeding 50 w

Typical GST rate

Varies

Depends on sub-classification

Type

Goods

HSN classification

Code level

6-digit

Sub-heading

Reading code 850172

The first two digits (85) place this code in chapter 85 — Electrical Machinery and Electronics. Heading 8501 groups the product family, and the remaining digits pin down this specific 6-digit classification. 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.

Parent heading

8501 — Electric motors and generators

More specific codes under 850172

  • 85017200 — Electric motors and generators (excluding generating sets) — of an output exceeding 50 w — of an output exceeding 50 w

Related codes in heading 8501

  • 850110 — Electric motors and generators (excluding generating sets) — motors of an output not exceeding 37.5 w
  • 850120 — Other dc motors, dc generators, other than photovoltaic generators
  • 850131 — Electric motors and generators (excluding generating sets) — of an output not exceeding 750 w
  • 850132 — Of an output exceeding 750 w but not exceeding 75 kw
  • 850133 — Of an output exceeding 75 kw but not exceeding 375 kw
  • 850134 — Electric motors and generators (excluding generating sets) — of an output exceeding 375 kw
  • 850140 — Electric motors and generators (excluding generating sets) — other ac motors, single-phase
  • 850151 — Electric motors and generators (excluding generating sets) — of an output not exceeding 750 w
  • 850152 — Of an output exceeding 750 w but not exceeding 75 kw
  • 850153 — Electric motors and generators (excluding generating sets) — of an output exceeding 75 kw

Frequently asked questions

The GST rate under 850172 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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