HSN Code 8501 – Electric Motors And Generators (Excluding Generating Sets)

HSN Code

8501

Chapter

Digits

4-digit

Section

XVI

What is HSN Code 8501?

HSN code 8501 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Electric Motors And Generators (Excluding Generating Sets) 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 85 — Electrical Machinery And Equipment And Parts Thereof; Sound Recorders…, which is part of Section XVI: Machinery & Electrical Equipment. Every GST-registered business supplying electric motors and generators (excluding generating sets) must quote HSN 8501 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 8501

Level	Code	Description
Chapter	85	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
Heading	8501	electric motors and generators (excluding generating sets)

GST rate for HSN 8501

Goods under HSN 8501 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
850110	motors of an output not exceeding 37.5 w :
850120	other dc motors, dc generators, other than photovoltaic generators
850131	of an output not exceeding 750 w:
850132	of an output exceeding 750 w but not exceeding 75 kw:
850133	of an output exceeding 75 kw but not exceeding 375 kw :
850134	of an output exceeding 375 kw:
850140	other ac motors, single-phase:
850151	of an output not exceeding 750 w :
850152	of an output exceeding 750 w but not exceeding 75 kw:
850153	of an output exceeding 75 kw :
850161	of an output not exceeding 75 kva
850162	of an output exceeding 75 kva but not exceeding 375 kva
850163	of an output exceeding 375 kva but not exceeding 750 kva
850164	of an output exceeding 750 kva:
850171	of an output not exceeding 50 w
850172	of an output exceeding 50 w
850180	photovoltaic ac generators

HSN Code 8501 — FAQs

What is HSN code 8501?

HSN code 8501 classifies "Electric Motors And Generators (Excluding Generating Sets)" under India's GST regime. It falls under Chapter 85 (Electrical Machinery And Equipment And Parts Thereof; Sound Recorders…) of the Harmonized System of Nomenclature.

How many digits is HSN code 8501?

8501 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 8501?

Goods under HSN 8501 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 Electric Motors And Generators (Excluding Generating Sets).

Which chapter does HSN code 8501 belong to?

HSN 8501 belongs to Chapter 85 — Electrical Machinery And Equipment And Parts Thereof; Sound Recorders…, part of Section XVI: Machinery & Electrical Equipment.

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