What is the GST (IGST) rate for HSN code 84291120?

HSN code 84291120 (Excavator & Bulldozer) attracts 18% IGST under Schedule II of the GST notification.

What is the customs duty (BCD) for HSN code 84291120?

The Basic Customs Duty (BCD) for HSN code 84291120 is 7.50%. On import, the landed duty also adds Social Welfare Surcharge (on BCD) and IGST (on the duty-inclusive value).

What is the unit of measurement for HSN code 84291120?

The standard unit of quantity (UQC) for HSN code 84291120 is u, as listed in the Customs Tariff.

What is the HSN code for an excavator / JCB?

Track-laying angledozers are classified under 84291110 and bulldozers under 84291120, within heading 8429; mechanical excavators sit under related sub-headings of 8429.

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Excavator & Bulldozer HSN Code 8429

Q: What does HSN code 84291120 cover?

HSN code 84291120 covers Excavator & Bulldozer. 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.

Q: What is the HSN code for Excavator & Bulldozer?

The HSN code for Excavator & Bulldozer is 84291120, classified under Chapter 84 – Nuclear reactors, boilers, machinery and mechanical appliances; parts thereof of India's Customs Tariff (ITC-HS).

18% IGSTSchedule II

Self-propelled bulldozers, angledozers, graders and excavators are classified under HSN heading 8429. Angledozers and bulldozers each have their own tariff item.

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Heading

8429

Primary code

84291120

GST / IGST

18%

Customs duty (BCD)

7.5%

Excavator & Bulldozer HSN codes & GST rates

The 8-digit HSN/HS codes under heading 8429 (self-propelled bulldozers, angledozers, graders, levellers, scrapers, mechanical shovels, excavators, shovel loaders, tamping machines and road rollers). Click any code for the full duty stack, IGST schedule and FTA preferential rates.

HSN code	Description	IGST	BCD
84291110	Angledozers	18%	7.5%
84291120	Bulldozers	18%	7.5%

FTA preferential rates: 12 partner agreement(s) listed for 84291120; best preferential rate 0% via ASEAN countries; 11 partner(s) at 0%. See full FTA breakdown →

What is the HSN code for excavator & bulldozer?

The HSN code for excavator & bulldozer is 8429 at the 4-digit heading level. For GST invoicing and customs filing you generally need the full 8-digit tariff item — for excavator & bulldozer the most common is 84291120, 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 excavator & bulldozer is classified under HSN

The HSN classification for excavator & bulldozer 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
84294-digit headingSELF-PROPELLED BULLDOZERS, ANGLEDOZERS, GRADERS, LEVELLERS, SCRAPERS, MECHANICAL SHOVELS, EXCAVATORS, SHOVEL LOADERS, TAMPING MACHINES AND ROAD ROLLERS
8429116-digit subheadingTrack laying :
842911208-digit tariff itemBulldozers

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 excavator & bulldozer

Excavator & Bulldozer (HSN 8429) 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 84291120 — 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 excavator & bulldozer

When excavator & bulldozer (HSN 84291120) is imported into India, the duty stack is approximately: Basic Customs Duty (BCD) 7.5%, AIDC 7.5%, 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: ₹28.4651. This is an estimate — the actual amount depends on valuation, exemptions and the notifications in force on the date of import.

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Conclusion

The HSN code for excavator & bulldozer is 8429 at the heading level, with 84291120 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.