85318000Tariff Item (8-digit)Section XVI

HSN Code 85318000 – Electric Sound Or Visual Signalling Apparatus (For Example, Bells, Sirens, Indicator…

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HSN Code

85318000

Chapter

85

Digits

8-digit

Section

XVI

What is HSN Code 85318000?

HSN code 85318000 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Electric Sound Or Visual Signalling Apparatus (For Example, Bells, Sirens, Indicator… 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 sound or visual signalling apparatus (for example, bells, sirens, indicator… must quote HSN 85318000 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 85318000

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
Heading8531electric sound or visual signalling apparatus (for example, bells, sirens, indicator panels, burglar or fire alarms), other than those of heading 8512 or 8530
Sub-heading853180other apparatus
Tariff85318000other apparatus

GST rate for HSN 85318000

Goods under HSN 85318000 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 85318000 — FAQs

What is HSN code 85318000?

HSN code 85318000 classifies "Electric Sound Or Visual Signalling Apparatus (For Example, Bells, Sirens, Indicator…" 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 85318000?

85318000 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 85318000?

Goods under HSN 85318000 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 Sound Or Visual Signalling Apparatus (For Example, Bells, Sirens, Indicator….

Which chapter does HSN code 85318000 belong to?

HSN 85318000 belongs to Chapter 85 — Electrical Machinery And Equipment And Parts Thereof; Sound Recorders…, part of Section XVI: Machinery & Electrical Equipment.

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