85492100Tariff Item (8-digit)Section XVI

HSN Code 85492100 – Containing Primary Cells, Primary Batteries, Electric Accumulators, Mercury-Switches,…

Full GST classification for Containing Primary Cells, Primary Batteries, Electric Accumulators, Mercury-Switches,… — chapter, heading and tariff hierarchy, GST rate slabs and related HSN codes. Updated for India GST.

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HSN Code

85492100

Chapter

85

Digits

8-digit

Section

XVI

What is HSN Code 85492100?

HSN code 85492100 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Containing Primary Cells, Primary Batteries, Electric Accumulators, Mercury-Switches,… 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 containing primary cells, primary batteries, electric accumulators, mercury-switches,… must quote HSN 85492100 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 85492100

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
Heading8549electrical and electronic waste and scrap
Sub-heading854921containing primary cells, primary batteries, electric accumulators, mercury-switches, glass from cathode-ray tubes or other activated glass, or electrical or electronic components containing cadmium, mercury, lead or polychlorinated biphenyls (pcbs)
Tariff85492100containing primary cells, primary batteries, electric accumulators, mercury-switches, glass from cathode-ray tubes or other activated glass, or electrical or electronic components containing cadmium, mercury, lead or polychlorinated biphenyls (pcbs)

GST rate for HSN 85492100

Goods under HSN 85492100 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 85492100 — FAQs

What is HSN code 85492100?

HSN code 85492100 classifies "Containing Primary Cells, Primary Batteries, Electric Accumulators, Mercury-Switches,…" 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 85492100?

85492100 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 85492100?

Goods under HSN 85492100 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 Containing Primary Cells, Primary Batteries, Electric Accumulators, Mercury-Switches,….

Which chapter does HSN code 85492100 belong to?

HSN 85492100 belongs to Chapter 85 — Electrical Machinery And Equipment And Parts Thereof; Sound Recorders…, part of Section XVI: Machinery & Electrical Equipment.

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