85238050Tariff Item (8-digit)Section XVI

HSN Code 85238050 – Video Tapes Of Educational Nature

Full GST classification for Video Tapes Of Educational Nature — chapter, heading and tariff hierarchy, GST rate slabs and related HSN codes. Updated for India GST.

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HSN Code

85238050

Chapter

85

Digits

8-digit

Section

XVI

What is HSN Code 85238050?

HSN code 85238050 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Video Tapes Of Educational Nature 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 video tapes of educational nature must quote HSN 85238050 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 85238050

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
Heading8523discs, tapes, solid-state non-volatile storage devices, smart cards and other media for the recording of sound or of other phenomena, whether or not recorded, including matrices and masters for the production of discs, but excluding products of chapter 37 magnetic media:
Sub-heading852380other:
Tariff85238050video tapes of educational nature

GST rate for HSN 85238050

Goods under HSN 85238050 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 85238050 — FAQs

What is HSN code 85238050?

HSN code 85238050 classifies "Video Tapes Of Educational Nature" 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 85238050?

85238050 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 85238050?

Goods under HSN 85238050 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 Video Tapes Of Educational Nature.

Which chapter does HSN code 85238050 belong to?

HSN 85238050 belongs to Chapter 85 — Electrical Machinery And Equipment And Parts Thereof; Sound Recorders…, part of Section XVI: Machinery & Electrical Equipment.

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