HSN Codes · Chapter 85: Electrical Machinery and Electronics

HSN Code 8511

Electrical ignition or starting equipment of a kind used for spark-ignition or compression-ignition internal combustion engines (for example, ignition magnetos, magneto-dynamos, ignition coils, sparking plugs and glow plugs, starter motors), generators (for example, dynamos, alternators) and cut-outs of a kind used in conjunction with such engines

Typical GST rate

Varies

Depends on sub-classification

Type

Goods

HSN classification

Code level

4-digit

Heading

Reading code 8511

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 8511

  • 851110 — Electrical ignition or starting equipment of a kind used for spark-ignition or compression-ignition internal combustion engines (for example, ignition magnetos, magneto-dynamos, ignition coils, sparking plugs and glow plugs, starter motors), generators (for example, dynamos, alternators) and cut-outs of a kind used in conjunction with such engines — sparking plugs
  • 85111000 — Electrical ignition or starting equipment of a kind used for spark-ignition or compression-ignition internal combustion engines (for example, ignition magnetos, magneto-dynamos, ignition coils, sparking plugs and glow plugs, starter motors), generators (for example, dynamos, alternators) and cut-outs of a kind used in conjunction with such engines — sparking plugs — sparking plugs
  • 851120 — Ignition magnetos, magneto-dynamos, magnetic flywheels
  • 85112010 — Ignition magnetos, magneto-dynamos, magnetic flywheels — electronic ignition magnetos
  • 85112090 — Ignition magnetos, magneto-dynamos, magnetic flywheels — other
  • 851130 — Electrical ignition or starting equipment of a kind used for spark-ignition or compression-ignition internal combustion engines (for example, ignition magnetos, magneto-dynamos, ignition coils, sparking plugs and glow plugs, starter motors), generators (for example, dynamos, alternators) and cut-outs of a kind used in conjunction with such engines — distributors, ignition coils
  • 85113010 — Electrical ignition or starting equipment of a kind used for spark-ignition or compression-ignition internal combustion engines (for example, ignition magnetos, magneto-dynamos, ignition coils, sparking plugs and glow plugs, starter motors), generators (for example, dynamos, alternators) and cut-outs of a kind used in conjunction with such engines — distributors, ignition coils — distributors
  • 85113020 — Electrical ignition or starting equipment of a kind used for spark-ignition or compression-ignition internal combustion engines (for example, ignition magnetos, magneto-dynamos, ignition coils, sparking plugs and glow plugs, starter motors), generators (for example, dynamos, alternators) and cut-outs of a kind used in conjunction with such engines — distributors, ignition coils — ignition coils
  • 851140 — Starter motors and dual purpose starter-generators
  • 85114000 — Starter motors and dual purpose starter-generators

Frequently asked questions

The GST rate under 8511 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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