870840Sub-heading (6-digit)Section XVII

HSN Code 870840 – Gear Boxes And Parts Thereof

Full GST classification for Gear Boxes And Parts Thereof — chapter, heading and tariff hierarchy, GST rate slabs and related HSN codes. Updated for India GST.

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HSN Code

870840

Chapter

87

Digits

6-digit

Section

XVII

What is HSN Code 870840?

HSN code 870840 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Gear Boxes And Parts Thereof 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 87 — Vehicles Other Than Railway Or Tramway Rolling-Stock, And Parts And…, which is part of Section XVII: Vehicles, Aircraft & Vessels. Every GST-registered business supplying gear boxes and parts thereof must quote HSN 870840 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 870840

LevelCodeDescription
Chapter87vehicles other than railway or tramway rolling-stock, and parts and accessories thereof
Heading8708parts and accessories of the motor vehicles of headings 8701 to 8705
Sub-heading870840gear boxes and parts thereof

GST rate for HSN 870840

Goods under HSN 870840 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 870840 — FAQs

What is HSN code 870840?

HSN code 870840 classifies "Gear Boxes And Parts Thereof" under India's GST regime. It falls under Chapter 87 (Vehicles Other Than Railway Or Tramway Rolling-Stock, And Parts And…) of the Harmonized System of Nomenclature.

How many digits is HSN code 870840?

870840 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 870840?

Goods under HSN 870840 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 Gear Boxes And Parts Thereof.

Which chapter does HSN code 870840 belong to?

HSN 870840 belongs to Chapter 87 — Vehicles Other Than Railway Or Tramway Rolling-Stock, And Parts And…, part of Section XVII: Vehicles, Aircraft & Vessels.

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