HSN Codes · Chapter 85: Electrical Machinery and Electronics

HSN Code 85202000

Magnetic tape recorders and other sound recording apparatus, whether or not incorporating a sound reproducing device telephone answering machines

Typical GST rate

Varies

Depends on sub-classification

Type

Goods

HSN classification

Code level

8-digit

Tariff item

Reading code 85202000

The first two digits (85) place this code in chapter 85 — Electrical Machinery and Electronics. Heading 8520 groups the product family, and the remaining digits pin down this specific 8-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.

Related codes in heading 8520

  • 85201000 — Magnetic tape recorders and other sound recording apparatus, whether or not incorporating a sound reproducing device dictating machines not capable of operating without an external source of power
  • 85203200 — Magnetic tape recorders and other sound recording apparatus, whether or not incorporating a sound reproducing device - other magnetic tape recorders incorporating sound reproducing apparatus: digital audio type
  • 85203310 — Magnetic tape recorders and other sound recording apparatus, whether or not incorporating a sound reproducing device - other magnetic tape recorders incorporating sound reproducing apparatus: - other, cassette-type: heavy-duty tape recorders
  • 85203390 — Magnetic tape recorders and other sound recording apparatus, whether or not incorporating a sound reproducing device - other magnetic tape recorders incorporating sound reproducing apparatus: - other, cassette-type: other
  • 85203910 — Magnetic tape recorders and other sound recording apparatus, whether or not incorporating a sound reproducing device - other magnetic tape recorders incorporating sound reproducing apparatus: - other : heavy-duty tape recorders
  • 85203990 — Magnetic tape recorders and other sound recording apparatus, whether or not incorporating a sound reproducing device - other magnetic tape recorders incorporating sound reproducing apparatus: - other : other
  • 85209010 — Magnetic tape recorders and other sound recording apparatus, whether or not incorporating a sound reproducing device - other: compact disc recording apparatus
  • 85209090 — Magnetic tape recorders and other sound recording apparatus, whether or not incorporating a sound reproducing device - other: other

Frequently asked questions

The GST rate under 85202000 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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