HSN Code 8479 – Machines And Mechanical Appliances Having Individual…

HSN Code

8479

Chapter

Digits

4-digit

Section

XVI

What is HSN Code 8479?

HSN code 8479 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Machines And Mechanical Appliances Having Individual Functions, Not Specified Or Included… 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 machines and mechanical appliances having individual functions, not specified or included… must quote HSN 8479 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 8479

Level	Code	Description
Chapter	84	nuclear reactors, boilers, machinery and mechanical appliances; parts thereof
Heading	8479	machines and mechanical appliances having individual functions, not specified or included elsewhere in this chapter

GST rate for HSN 8479

Goods under HSN 8479 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
847910	machinery for public works, building or the like
847920	machinery for the extraction or preparation of animal or fixed vegetable or microbial fats or oils:
847930	presses for the manufacture of particle board or fibre building board of wood or other ligneous materials and other machinery for treating wood or cork
847940	rope or cable-making machines
847950	industrial robots, not elsewhere specified or included
847960	evaporative air coolers
847971	of a kind used in airports
847979	other
847981	for treating metal, including electric wire coil-winders
847982	mixing, kneading, crushing, grinding, screening, sifting, homogenising, emulsifying or stirring machines
847983	cold isostatic presses
847989	other :
847990	parts :

HSN Code 8479 — FAQs

What is HSN code 8479?

HSN code 8479 classifies "Machines And Mechanical Appliances Having Individual Functions, Not Specified Or Included…" 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 8479?

8479 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 8479?

Goods under HSN 8479 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 Machines And Mechanical Appliances Having Individual Functions, Not Specified Or Included….

Which chapter does HSN code 8479 belong to?

HSN 8479 belongs to Chapter 84 — Nuclear Reactors, Boilers, Machinery And Mechanical Appliances; Parts…, part of Section XVI: Machinery & Electrical Equipment.

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