What is the GST (IGST) rate for HSN code 84271000?

HSN code 84271000 (Forklift) attracts 18% IGST under Schedule II of the GST notification.

What is the customs duty (BCD) for HSN code 84271000?

The Basic Customs Duty (BCD) for HSN code 84271000 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 84271000?

The standard unit of quantity (UQC) for HSN code 84271000 is u, as listed in the Customs Tariff.

What is the HSN code for a forklift?

Self-propelled forklifts powered by an electric motor are classified under 84271000, and other self-propelled works trucks under 84272000, within heading 8427.

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Forklift HSN Code 8427

Q: What does HSN code 84271000 cover?

HSN code 84271000 covers Forklift. 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 Forklift?

The HSN code for Forklift is 84271000, classified under Chapter 84 – Nuclear reactors, boilers, machinery and mechanical appliances; parts thereof of India's Customs Tariff (ITC-HS).

18% IGSTSchedule II

Fork-lift trucks and other works trucks fitted with lifting equipment are classified under HSN heading 8427.

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Heading

8427

Primary code

84271000

GST / IGST

18%

Customs duty (BCD)

7.5%

Forklift HSN codes & GST rates

The 8-digit HSN/HS codes under heading 8427 (fork-lift trucks; other works trucks fitted with lifting or handling equipment). Click any code for the full duty stack, IGST schedule and FTA preferential rates.

HSN code	Description	IGST	BCD
84271000	Self-propelled trucks powered by an electric motor	18%	7.5%
84272000	Other self-propelled trucks	18%	7.5%

FTA preferential rates: 12 partner agreement(s) listed for 84271000; best preferential rate 0% via ASEAN countries; 11 partner(s) at 0%. See full FTA breakdown →

What is the HSN code for forklift?

The HSN code for forklift is 8427 at the 4-digit heading level. For GST invoicing and customs filing you generally need the full 8-digit tariff item — for forklift the most common is 84271000, 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 forklift is classified under HSN

The HSN classification for forklift 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
84274-digit headingFORK-LIFT TRUCKS; OTHER WORKS TRUCKS FITTED WITH LIFTING OR HANDLING EQUIPMENT
8427106-digit subheadingFORK-LIFT TRUCKS; OTHER WORKS TRUCKS FITTED WITH LIFTING OR HANDLING EQUIPMENT
842710008-digit tariff itemSelf-propelled trucks powered by an electric motor

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 forklift

Forklift (HSN 8427) 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 84271000 — 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 forklift

When forklift (HSN 84271000) 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.

See the full duty breakdown for 84271000 →

Conclusion

The HSN code for forklift is 8427 at the heading level, with 84271000 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.