86021000Tariff Item (8-digit)Section XVII

HSN Code 86021000 – Diesel-Electric Locomotives

Full GST classification for Diesel-Electric Locomotives — chapter, heading and tariff hierarchy, GST rate slabs and related HSN codes. Updated for India GST.

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HSN Code

86021000

Chapter

86

Digits

8-digit

Section

XVII

What is HSN Code 86021000?

HSN code 86021000 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Diesel-Electric Locomotives 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 86 — Railway Or Tramway Locomotives, Rolling-Stock And Parts Thereof,…, which is part of Section XVII: Vehicles, Aircraft & Vessels. Every GST-registered business supplying diesel-electric locomotives must quote HSN 86021000 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 86021000

LevelCodeDescription
Chapter86railway or tramway locomotives, rolling-stock and parts thereof, railway or tramway track fixtures and fittings and parts thereof, mechanical (including electro-mechanical) traffic signalling equipment of all kind
Heading8602other rail locomotives; locomotive tenders
Sub-heading860210diesel-electric locomotives
Tariff86021000diesel-electric locomotives

GST rate for HSN 86021000

Goods under HSN 86021000 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 86021000 — FAQs

What is HSN code 86021000?

HSN code 86021000 classifies "Diesel-Electric Locomotives" under India's GST regime. It falls under Chapter 86 (Railway Or Tramway Locomotives, Rolling-Stock And Parts Thereof,…) of the Harmonized System of Nomenclature.

How many digits is HSN code 86021000?

86021000 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 86021000?

Goods under HSN 86021000 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 Diesel-Electric Locomotives.

Which chapter does HSN code 86021000 belong to?

HSN 86021000 belongs to Chapter 86 — Railway Or Tramway Locomotives, Rolling-Stock And Parts Thereof,…, part of Section XVII: Vehicles, Aircraft & Vessels.

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