HSN Code 8606 – Railway Or Tramway Goods Vans And Wagons, Not Self-Propelled

HSN Code

8606

Chapter

Digits

4-digit

Section

XVII

What is HSN Code 8606?

HSN code 8606 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Railway Or Tramway Goods Vans And Wagons, Not Self-Propelled 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 86 — Railway Or Tramway Locomotives, Rolling-Stock And Parts Thereof,…, which is part of Section XVII: Vehicles, Aircraft & Vessels. Every GST-registered business supplying railway or tramway goods vans and wagons, not self-propelled must quote HSN 8606 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 8606

Level	Code	Description
Chapter	86	railway 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
Heading	8606	railway or tramway goods vans and wagons, not self-propelled

GST rate for HSN 8606

Goods under HSN 8606 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
860610	tank wagons and the like :
86062000	railway or tramway goods vans and wagons, not self-propelled - insulated or refrigerated vans and wagons, other than those of sub-heading 8606 10
860630	self-discharging vans and wagons, other than those of sub-heading 8606 9
860691	covered and closed :
860692	open with non-removable sides of a height exceeding 60 cms :
860699	other

HSN Code 8606 — FAQs

What is HSN code 8606?

HSN code 8606 classifies "Railway Or Tramway Goods Vans And Wagons, Not Self-Propelled" 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 8606?

8606 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 8606?

Goods under HSN 8606 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 Railway Or Tramway Goods Vans And Wagons, Not Self-Propelled.

Which chapter does HSN code 8606 belong to?

HSN 8606 belongs to Chapter 86 — Railway Or Tramway Locomotives, Rolling-Stock And Parts Thereof,…, part of Section XVII: Vehicles, Aircraft & Vessels.

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