853540Sub-heading (6-digit)Section XVI

HSN Code 853540 – Lightning Arresters, Voltage Limiters And Surge Suppressors :

Full GST classification for Lightning Arresters, Voltage Limiters And Surge Suppressors : — chapter, heading and tariff hierarchy, GST rate slabs and related HSN codes. Updated for India GST.

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HSN Code

853540

Chapter

85

Digits

6-digit

Section

XVI

What is HSN Code 853540?

HSN code 853540 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Lightning Arresters, Voltage Limiters And Surge Suppressors : under India's Goods and Services Tax (GST). It is a 6-digit code sitting at the sub-heading (6-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 lightning arresters, voltage limiters and surge suppressors : must quote HSN 853540 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 853540

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
Heading8535electrical apparatus for switching or protecting electrical circuits, or for making connections to or in electrical circuits (for example, switches, fuses, lightning arresters, voltage limiters, surge suppressors, plugs and other connectors, junction boxes), for a voltage exceeding 1,000 volts
Sub-heading853540lightning arresters, voltage limiters and surge suppressors :

GST rate for HSN 853540

Goods under HSN 853540 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 853540 — FAQs

What is HSN code 853540?

HSN code 853540 classifies "Lightning Arresters, Voltage Limiters And Surge Suppressors :" 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 853540?

853540 is a 6-digit HSN code — a sub-heading (6-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 853540?

Goods under HSN 853540 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 Lightning Arresters, Voltage Limiters And Surge Suppressors :.

Which chapter does HSN code 853540 belong to?

HSN 853540 belongs to Chapter 85 — Electrical Machinery And Equipment And Parts Thereof; Sound Recorders…, part of Section XVI: Machinery & Electrical Equipment.

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