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Boiler HSN Code 8402
Steam or other vapour generating boilers are classified under HSN heading 8402. Watertube boilers are split by steam production into separate tariff items.
Boiler HSN codes & GST rates
The 8-digit HSN/HS codes under heading 8402 (steam or other vapour generating boilers (other than central heating hot water boilers capable also of producing low pressure steam); super-heated water boilers). Click any code for the full duty stack, IGST schedule and FTA preferential rates.
| HSN code | Description | IGST | BCD |
|---|---|---|---|
| 84021100 | Watertube boilers with a steam production exceeding 45 t per hour | 18% | 10% |
| 84021200 | Water tube boilers with a steam production not exceeding 45 t per hour | 18% | 10% |
FTA preferential rates: 13 partner agreement(s) listed for 84021100; best preferential rate 0% via ASEAN countries; 11 partner(s) at 0%. See full FTA breakdown →
What is the HSN code for boiler?
The HSN code for boiler is 8402 at the 4-digit heading level. For GST invoicing and customs filing you generally need the full 8-digit tariff item — for boiler the most common is 84021100, which attracts 18% IGST.
HSN (Harmonized System of Nomenclature) codes are India's standardised product-classification system used for both GST and customs. The first 2 digits are the chapter, 4 digits the heading, 6 digits the international subheading and 8 digits the India-specific tariff item. Always confirm the exact 8-digit code for your specific variant, and verify the rate against the latest CBIC/DGFT notification before filing.
How boiler is classified under HSN
The HSN classification for boiler narrows down level by level — from the broad section to the specific 8-digit tariff item used on your invoice and Bill of Entry.
- Chapter 842-digitNuclear reactors, boilers, machinery and mechanical appliances; parts thereof
- 84024-digit headingSTEAM OR OTHER VAPOUR GENERATING BOILERS (OTHER THAN CENTRAL HEATING HOT WATER BOILERS CAPABLE ALSO OF PRODUCING LOW PRESSURE STEAM); SUPER-HEATED WATER BOILERS
- 8402116-digit subheadingSTEAM OR OTHER VAPOUR GENERATING BOILERS (OTHER THAN CENTRAL HEATING HOT WATER BOILERS CAPABLE ALSO OF PRODUCING LOW PRESSURE STEAM); SUPER-HEATED WATER BOILERS
- 840211008-digit tariff itemWatertube boilers with a steam production exceeding 45 t per hour
Section XVI — MACHINERY AND MECHANICAL APPLIANCES; ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT; PARTS THEREOF; SOUND RECORDERS AND REPRODUCERS, TELEVISION IMAGE AND SOUND RECORDERS AND REPRODUCERS, AND PARTS AND ACCESSORIES OF SUCH ARTICLES
GST on boiler
Boiler (HSN 8402) attracts 18% GST under GST Schedule II. On a sale within the same state this is charged as 9% CGST + 9% SGST; on an inter-state sale or an import it is charged as a single 18% IGST. This is the rate recorded for the primary code 84021100 — other variants in the table above can carry different rates, so match your exact product and verify against the latest CBIC GST rate notification.
Customs duty on imported boiler
When boiler (HSN 84021100) is imported into India, the duty stack is approximately: Basic Customs Duty (BCD) 10%, AIDC 10%, Social Welfare Surcharge on the aggregate of customs duties, plus IGST 18% on the assessable value plus duties.
Indicative total duty on ₹100 of assessable value: ₹32.278. This is an estimate — the actual amount depends on valuation, exemptions and the notifications in force on the date of import.
See the full duty breakdown for 84021100 →Conclusion
The HSN code for boiler is 8402 at the heading level, with 84021100 the most commonly used 8-digit tariff item (18% GST). Always pick the 8-digit code that matches your exact product variant from the table above, and confirm the GST rate and customs duty against the latest CBIC/DGFT notifications before invoicing or filing a Bill of Entry.
Boiler HSN Code — FAQs
HSN code 84021100 (Boiler) attracts 18% IGST under Schedule II of the GST notification.
The Basic Customs Duty (BCD) for HSN code 84021100 is 10%. On import, the landed duty also adds Social Welfare Surcharge (on BCD) and IGST (on the duty-inclusive value).
HSN code 84021100 covers Boiler. It sits under Chapter 84 – Nuclear reactors, boilers, machinery and mechanical appliances; parts thereof, in Section XVI – MACHINERY AND MECHANICAL APPLIANCES; ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT; PARTS THEREOF; SOUND RECORDERS AND REPRODUCERS, TELEVISION IMAGE AND SOUND RECORDERS AND REPRODUCERS, AND PARTS AND ACCESSORIES OF SUCH ARTICLES.
The HSN code for Boiler is 84021100, classified under Chapter 84 – Nuclear reactors, boilers, machinery and mechanical appliances; parts thereof of India's Customs Tariff (ITC-HS).
The standard unit of quantity (UQC) for HSN code 84021100 is kg, as listed in the Customs Tariff.
Watertube boilers producing more than 45 t/hr of steam are classified under 84021100, and those producing 45 t/hr or less under 84021200, within heading 8402.
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