What is the GST (IGST) rate for HSN code 82051000?

HSN code 82051000 (Hand Tools) attracts 18% IGST under Schedule II of the GST notification.

What is the customs duty (BCD) for HSN code 82051000?

The Basic Customs Duty (BCD) for HSN code 82051000 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 82051000 cover?

HSN code 82051000 covers Hand Tools. It sits under Chapter 82 – Tools, implements, cutlery, spoons and forks, of base metal; parts thereof of base metal, in Section XV – BASE METALS AND ARTICLES OF BASE METAL.

What is the unit of measurement for HSN code 82051000?

The standard unit of quantity (UQC) for HSN code 82051000 is u, as listed in the Customs Tariff.

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Hand Tools HSN Code 8205

Q: What is the HSN code for Hand Tools?

The HSN code for Hand Tools is 82051000, classified under Chapter 82 – Tools, implements, cutlery, spoons and forks, of base metal; parts thereof of base metal of India's Customs Tariff (ITC-HS).

Q: What is the HSN code for hand tools?

Drilling, threading or tapping hand tools are classified under 82051000, and hammers/sledge hammers under 82052000, within heading 8205.

18% IGSTSchedule II

Hand tools not elsewhere specified (incl. glaziers' tools) are classified under HSN heading 8205. Drilling/threading/tapping tools and hammers each have their own tariff item.

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Heading

8205

Primary code

82051000

GST / IGST

18%

Customs duty (BCD)

10%

Hand Tools HSN codes & GST rates

The 8-digit HSN/HS codes under heading 8205 (hand tools (including glaziers' diamonds), not elsewhere specified or included; blow lamps; vices; clamps and the like, other than accessories for and parts of, machine-tools or water-jet cutting machines; anvils; portable forges; hand-or pedal-operated grinding wheels with frameworks). Click any code for the full duty stack, IGST schedule and FTA preferential rates.

HSN code	Description	IGST	BCD
82051000	Drilling, threading or tapping tools	18%	10%
82052000	Hammers and sledge hammers	18%	10%

FTA preferential rates: 12 partner agreement(s) listed for 82051000; best preferential rate 0% via ASEAN countries; 10 partner(s) at 0%. See full FTA breakdown →

What is the HSN code for hand tools?

The HSN code for hand tools is 8205 at the 4-digit heading level. For GST invoicing and customs filing you generally need the full 8-digit tariff item — for hand tools the most common is 82051000, 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 hand tools is classified under HSN

The HSN classification for hand tools 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 822-digitTools, implements, cutlery, spoons and forks, of base metal; parts thereof of base metal
82054-digit headingHAND TOOLS (INCLUDING GLAZIERS' DIAMONDS), NOT ELSEWHERE SPECIFIED OR INCLUDED; BLOW LAMPS; VICES; CLAMPS AND THE LIKE, OTHER THAN ACCESSORIES FOR AND PARTS OF, MACHINE-TOOLS OR WATER-JET CUTTING MACHINES; ANVILS; PORTABLE FORGES; HAND-OR PEDAL-OPERATED GRINDING WHEELS WITH FRAMEWORKS
8205106-digit subheadingHAND TOOLS (INCLUDING GLAZIERS' DIAMONDS), NOT ELSEWHERE SPECIFIED OR INCLUDED; BLOW LAMPS; VICES; CLAMPS AND THE LIKE, OTHER THAN ACCESSORIES FOR AND PARTS OF, MACHINE-TOOLS OR WATER-JET CUTTING MACHINES; ANVILS; PORTABLE FORGES; HAND-OR PEDAL-OPERATED GRINDING WHEELS WITH FRAMEWORKS
820510008-digit tariff itemDrilling, threading or tapping tools

Section XV — BASE METALS AND ARTICLES OF BASE METAL

GST on hand tools

Hand Tools (HSN 8205) 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 82051000 — 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 hand tools

When hand tools (HSN 82051000) 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 82051000 →

Conclusion

The HSN code for hand tools is 8205 at the heading level, with 82051000 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.