85012000Tariff Item (8-digit)Section XVI

HSN Code 85012000 – Electric Motors And Generators (Excluding Generating Sets)

Full GST classification for Electric Motors And Generators (Excluding Generating Sets) — chapter, heading and tariff hierarchy, GST rate slabs and related HSN codes. Updated for India GST.

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HSN Code

85012000

Chapter

85

Digits

8-digit

Section

XVI

What is HSN Code 85012000?

HSN code 85012000 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 8-digit code sitting at the tariff item (8-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 85012000 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 85012000

LevelCodeDescription
Chapter85electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers, television image and sound recorders and reproducers, and parts and accessories of such articles
Heading8501electric motors and generators (excluding generating sets)
Sub-heading850120other dc motors, dc generators, other than photovoltaic generators
Tariff85012000other dc motors, dc generators, other than photovoltaic generators

GST rate for HSN 85012000

Goods under HSN 85012000 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 85012000 — FAQs

What is HSN code 85012000?

HSN code 85012000 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 85012000?

85012000 is a 8-digit HSN code — a tariff item (8-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 85012000?

Goods under HSN 85012000 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 85012000 belong to?

HSN 85012000 belongs to Chapter 85 — Electrical Machinery And Equipment And Parts Thereof; Sound Recorders…, part of Section XVI: Machinery & Electrical Equipment.

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