8478Heading (4-digit)Section XVI

HSN Code 8478 – Machinery For Preparing Or Making Up Tobacco, Not Specified Or Included Elsewhere In This…

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HSN Code

8478

Chapter

84

Digits

4-digit

Section

XVI

What is HSN Code 8478?

HSN code 8478 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Machinery For Preparing Or Making Up Tobacco, Not Specified Or Included Elsewhere In This… 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 machinery for preparing or making up tobacco, not specified or included elsewhere in this… must quote HSN 8478 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 8478

LevelCodeDescription
Chapter84nuclear reactors, boilers, machinery and mechanical appliances; parts thereof
Heading8478machinery for preparing or making up tobacco, not specified or included elsewhere in this chapter

GST rate for HSN 8478

Goods under HSN 8478 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 8478 — FAQs

What is HSN code 8478?

HSN code 8478 classifies "Machinery For Preparing Or Making Up Tobacco, Not Specified Or Included Elsewhere In This…" 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 8478?

8478 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 8478?

Goods under HSN 8478 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 Machinery For Preparing Or Making Up Tobacco, Not Specified Or Included Elsewhere In This….

Which chapter does HSN code 8478 belong to?

HSN 8478 belongs to Chapter 84 — Nuclear Reactors, Boilers, Machinery And Mechanical Appliances; Parts…, part of Section XVI: Machinery & Electrical Equipment.

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