HSN Code 83 – Miscellaneous Articles Of Base Metal

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What is HSN Code 83?

HSN code 83 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Miscellaneous Articles Of Base Metal under India's Goods and Services Tax (GST). It is a 2-digit code sitting at the chapter (2-digit) level of the HSN hierarchy.

This code belongs to Chapter 83 — Miscellaneous Articles Of Base Metal, which is part of Section XV: Base Metals & Articles Thereof. Every GST-registered business supplying miscellaneous articles of base metal must quote HSN 83 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 83

Level	Code	Description
Chapter	83	miscellaneous articles of base metal

GST rate for HSN 83

Goods under HSN 83 attract GST at one of the five standard slabs. The exact rate depends on the specific product and the latest GST Council notification — always confirm before invoicing.

Nil / Exempt

Fresh produce, milk, cereals, books

Merit rate

Essentials, packaged food, transport

12%

Standard-low

Processed food, mobiles, apparel > ₹1,000

18%

Standard

Most goods, electronics, services

28%

Demerit / luxury

Cars, cement, aerated drinks, tobacco

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Sub-codes under this classification

HSN Code	Description
8301	padlocks and locks (key, combination or electrically operated), of base metal; clasps and frames with clasps, incorporating locks, of base metal; keys for any of the foregoing articles, of base metal
8302	base metal mountings, fittings and similar articles suitable for furniture, doors, staircases, windows, blinds, coachwork, saddlery, trunks, chests, caskets or the like; base metal hat-racks, hat-pegs, brackets and similar fixtures; castors with mountings of base metal; automatic door closers of base metal
8303	armoured or reinforced safes, strong-boxes and doors and safe deposit lockers for strong-rooms, cash or deed boxes and the like, of base metal
8304	filing, cabinets, card-index cabinets, paper trays, paper rests, pen trays, office-stamp stands and similar office or desk equipment, of base metal, other than office furniture of heading 9402
8305	fittings for loose-leaf binders or files, letter clips, letter corners, paper clips, indexing tags and similar office articles, of base metal; staples in strips (for example, for offices, upholstery, packaging), of base metal
8306	bells, gongs and the like, non-electric, of base metal; statuettes and other ornaments, of base metal; photograph, picture or similar frames, of base metal; mirrors of base metal
8307	flexible tubing of base metal, with or without fittings
8308	clasps, frames with clasps, buckles, buckle clasps, hooks, eyes, eyelets and the like, of base metal, of a kind used for clothing or clothing accessories, footwear, jewellery, wrist watches, books, awnings, leather goods, travel goods or saddlery or for other made up articles, tubular or bifurcated rivets, of base metal, beads and spangles, of base metals
8309	stoppers, caps and lids (including crown corks, screw caps and pouring stoppers), capsules for bottles, threaded bungs, bung covers, seals and other packing accessories, of base metal
8310	sign-plates, name-plates, address-plates and similar plates, numbers, letters and other symbols, of base metal, excluding those of heading 9405
8311	wire, rods, tubes, plates, electrodes and similar products, of base metal or of metal carbides, coated or cored with flux material, of a kind used for soldering, brazing, welding or deposition of metal or of metal carbides; wire and rods, of agglomerated base metal powder, used for metal spraying
8352	electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers, television image and sound recorders and reproducers, and parts and accessories of such articles~electrical capacitors, fixed, variable or adjustable (pre-set)

HSN Code 83 — FAQs

What is HSN code 83?

HSN code 83 classifies "Miscellaneous Articles Of Base Metal" under India's GST regime. It falls under Chapter 83 (Miscellaneous Articles Of Base Metal) of the Harmonized System of Nomenclature.

How many digits is HSN code 83?

83 is a 2-digit HSN code — a chapter (2-digit). Businesses declare 4-digit HSN (turnover up to ₹5 crore) or 6-digit HSN (above ₹5 crore) on GST invoices; 8-digit codes are used for exports and imports.

What is the GST rate for HSN code 83?

Goods under HSN 83 are taxed at one of the GST slabs — 0%, 5%, 12%, 18% or 28% — depending on the exact product and the latest GST Council notification. Use the Laabam.One GST Rate Finder to confirm the current rate for Miscellaneous Articles Of Base Metal.

Which chapter does HSN code 83 belong to?

HSN 83 belongs to Chapter 83 — Miscellaneous Articles Of Base Metal, part of Section XV: Base Metals & Articles Thereof.

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