831000Sub-heading (6-digit)Section XV

HSN Code 831000Sign-Plates, Name-Plates, Address-Plates And Similar Plates, Numbers, Letters And Other…

Full GST classification for Sign-Plates, Name-Plates, Address-Plates And Similar Plates, Numbers, Letters And Other… — chapter, heading and tariff hierarchy, GST rate slabs and related HSN codes. Updated for India GST.

HSN Code

831000

Chapter

83

Digits

6-digit

Section

XV

What is HSN Code 831000?

HSN code 831000 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Sign-Plates, Name-Plates, Address-Plates And Similar Plates, Numbers, Letters And Other… under India's Goods and Services Tax (GST). It is a 6-digit code sitting at the sub-heading (6-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 sign-plates, name-plates, address-plates and similar plates, numbers, letters and other… must quote HSN 831000 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 831000

LevelCodeDescription
Chapter83miscellaneous articles of base metal
Heading8310sign-plates, name-plates, address-plates and similar plates, numbers, letters and other symbols, of base metal, excluding those of heading 9405
Sub-heading831000sign-plates, name-plates, address-plates and similar plates, numbers, letters and other symbols, of base metal, excluding those of heading 9405:

GST rate for HSN 831000

Goods under HSN 831000 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.

0%

Nil / Exempt

Fresh produce, milk, cereals, books

5%

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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HSN Code 831000 — FAQs

What is HSN code 831000?

HSN code 831000 classifies "Sign-Plates, Name-Plates, Address-Plates And Similar Plates, Numbers, Letters And Other…" 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 831000?

831000 is a 6-digit HSN code — a sub-heading (6-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 831000?

Goods under HSN 831000 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 Sign-Plates, Name-Plates, Address-Plates And Similar Plates, Numbers, Letters And Other….

Which chapter does HSN code 831000 belong to?

HSN 831000 belongs to Chapter 83 — Miscellaneous Articles Of Base Metal, part of Section XV: Base Metals & Articles Thereof.

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