HSN Codes · Chapter 85: Electrical Machinery and Electronics

HSN Code 853331

For a power handling capacity not exceeding 20 w

Typical GST rate

Varies

Depends on sub-classification

Type

Goods

HSN classification

Code level

6-digit

Sub-heading

Reading code 853331

The first two digits (85) place this code in chapter 85 — Electrical Machinery and Electronics. Heading 8533 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.

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Parent heading

8533 — Electrical resistors (including rheostats and potentiometers), other than heating resistors

More specific codes under 853331

  • 85333110 — For a power handling capacity not exceeding 20 w — potentiometers
  • 85333120 — For a power handling capacity not exceeding 20 w — rheostats
  • 85333190 — For a power handling capacity not exceeding 20 w — other

Related codes in heading 8533

  • 853310 — Fixed carbon resistors, composition or film types
  • 853321 — For a power handling capacity not exceeding 20 w
  • 853329 — Electrical resistors (including rheostats and potentiometers), other than heating resistors — other
  • 853339 — Electrical resistors (including rheostats and potentiometers), other than heating resistors — other
  • 853340 — Other variable resistors, including rheostats and potentiometers
  • 853390 — Electrical resistors (including rheostats and potentiometers), other than heating resistors — parts

Frequently asked questions

The GST rate under 853331 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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