8421Heading (4-digit)Section XVI

HSN Code 8421 – Centrifuges, Including Centrifugal Dryers, Filtering Or Purifying Machinery And Appara…

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HSN Code

8421

Chapter

84

Digits

4-digit

Section

XVI

What is HSN Code 8421?

HSN code 8421 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Centrifuges, Including Centrifugal Dryers, Filtering Or Purifying Machinery And Appara… under India's Goods and Services Tax (GST). It is a 4-digit code sitting at the heading (4-digit) level of the HSN hierarchy.

This code belongs to Chapter 84 — Nuclear Reactors, Boilers, Machinery And Mechanical Appliances; Parts…, which is part of Section XVI: Machinery & Electrical Equipment. Every GST-registered business supplying centrifuges, including centrifugal dryers, filtering or purifying machinery and appara… must quote HSN 8421 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 8421

LevelCodeDescription
Chapter84nuclear reactors, boilers, machinery and mechanical appliances; parts thereof
Heading8421centrifuges, including centrifugal dryers, filtering or purifying machinery and appara for liquids or gases

GST rate for HSN 8421

Goods under HSN 8421 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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Sub-codes under this classification

HSN CodeDescription
842111cream separators
842112clothes-dryers
842119other :
842121for filtering or purifying water :
842122for filtering or purifying beverages other than water
842123oil or petrol-filters for internal combustion engines
842129other
842131intake air filters for internal combustion engines
842132catalytic converters or particulate filters, whether or not combined, for purifying or filtering exhaust gases from internal combustion engines
842139other :
842191of centrifuges, including centrifugal dryers
842199other

HSN Code 8421 — FAQs

What is HSN code 8421?

HSN code 8421 classifies "Centrifuges, Including Centrifugal Dryers, Filtering Or Purifying Machinery And Appara…" under India's GST regime. It falls under Chapter 84 (Nuclear Reactors, Boilers, Machinery And Mechanical Appliances; Parts…) of the Harmonized System of Nomenclature.

How many digits is HSN code 8421?

8421 is a 4-digit HSN code — a heading (4-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 8421?

Goods under HSN 8421 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 Centrifuges, Including Centrifugal Dryers, Filtering Or Purifying Machinery And Appara….

Which chapter does HSN code 8421 belong to?

HSN 8421 belongs to Chapter 84 — Nuclear Reactors, Boilers, Machinery And Mechanical Appliances; Parts…, part of Section XVI: Machinery & Electrical Equipment.

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