What is the GST (IGST) rate for HSN code 85021100?

HSN code 85021100 (Generator) attracts 18% IGST under Schedule II of the GST notification.

What is the customs duty (BCD) for HSN code 85021100?

The Basic Customs Duty (BCD) for HSN code 85021100 is 10%. On import, the landed duty also adds Social Welfare Surcharge (on BCD) and IGST (on the duty-inclusive value).

What does HSN code 85021100 cover?

HSN code 85021100 covers Generator. It sits under Chapter 85 – Electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers, television image and sound recorders and reproducers, and parts and accessories of such articles, 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.

What is the unit of measurement for HSN code 85021100?

The standard unit of quantity (UQC) for HSN code 85021100 is u, as listed in the Customs Tariff.

What is the HSN code for a generator / DG set?

Diesel generating sets fall under heading 8502 by output — up to 75 kVA under 85021100, 75–375 kVA under 85021200, and larger sets under 85021310 onwards.

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Generator HSN Code 8502

Q: What is the HSN code for Generator?

The HSN code for Generator is 85021100, classified under Chapter 85 – Electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers, television image and sound recorders and reproducers, and parts and accessories of such articles of India's Customs Tariff (ITC-HS).

18% IGSTSchedule II

Electric generating sets and rotary converters are classified under HSN heading 8502. The 8-digit code depends on the output (kVA) of the set.

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Heading

8502

Primary code

85021100

GST / IGST

18%

Customs duty (BCD)

10%

Generator HSN codes & GST rates

The 8-digit HSN/HS codes under heading 8502 (electric generating sets and rotary converters internal combustion piston engines (diesel or semi-diesel engines):). Click any code for the full duty stack, IGST schedule and FTA preferential rates.

HSN code	Description	IGST	BCD
85021100	Of an output not exceeding 75 kVA	18%	10%
85021200	Of an output exceeding 75 kVA but not exceeding 375 kVA	18%	7.5%
85021310	Of an output exceeding 375 kVA but not exceeding 1,000 kVA	18%	7.5%
85021320	Of an output exceeding 1,000 kVA but not exceeding 1,500 kVA	18%	7.5%

FTA preferential rates: 13 partner agreement(s) listed for 85021100; best preferential rate 0% via ASEAN countries; 11 partner(s) at 0%. See full FTA breakdown →

What is the HSN code for generator?

The HSN code for generator is 8502 at the 4-digit heading level. For GST invoicing and customs filing you generally need the full 8-digit tariff item — for generator the most common is 85021100, 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 generator is classified under HSN

The HSN classification for generator 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 852-digitElectrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers, television image and sound recorders and reproducers, and parts and accessories of such articles
85024-digit headingELECTRIC GENERATING SETS AND ROTARY CONVERTERS internal combustion piston engines (diesel or semi-diesel engines):
8502116-digit subheadingELECTRIC GENERATING SETS AND ROTARY CONVERTERS internal combustion piston engines (diesel or semi-diesel engines):
850211008-digit tariff itemOf an output not exceeding 75 kVA

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 generator

Generator (HSN 8502) 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 85021100 — 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 generator

When generator (HSN 85021100) 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 85021100 →

Conclusion

The HSN code for generator is 8502 at the heading level, with 85021100 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.