HSN Code 8542 – Electronic Integrated Circuits

HSN Code

8542

Chapter

Digits

4-digit

Section

XVI

What is HSN Code 8542?

HSN code 8542 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Electronic Integrated Circuits 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 electronic integrated circuits must quote HSN 8542 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 8542

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	8542	electronic integrated circuits

GST rate for HSN 8542

Goods under HSN 8542 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
85421010	electronic integrated circuits and micro-assemblies -cards incorporating an electronic integrated circuit *smarv cards): sim cards
85421020	electronic integrated circuits and micro-assemblies -cards incorporating an electronic integrated circuit *smarv cards): memory cards
85421090	electronic integrated circuits and micro-assemblies -cards incorporating an electronic integrated circuit *smarv cards): other
85422100	electronic integrated circuits and micro-assemblies - monolithic integrated circuits: digital
85422910	electronic integrated circuits and micro-assemblies - monolithic integrated circuits: - other: cards incorporating only a single electronic integrated circuit with optical strip
85422990	electronic integrated circuits and micro-assemblies - monolithic integrated circuits: - other: other
854231	processors and controllers, whether or not combined with memories, converters, logic circuits, amplifiers, clock and timing circuits, or other circuits
854232	memories
854233	amplifiers
854239	other
85426000	electronic integrated circuits and micro-assemblies hybrid integrated circuits
85427000	electronic integrated circuits and micro-assemblies electronic microassemblies
854290	parts

HSN Code 8542 — FAQs

What is HSN code 8542?

HSN code 8542 classifies "Electronic Integrated Circuits" 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 8542?

8542 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 8542?

Goods under HSN 8542 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 Electronic Integrated Circuits.

Which chapter does HSN code 8542 belong to?

HSN 8542 belongs to Chapter 85 — Electrical Machinery And Equipment And Parts Thereof; Sound Recorders…, part of Section XVI: Machinery & Electrical Equipment.

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