What is the GST (IGST) rate for HSN code 83011000?

HSN code 83011000 (Lock & Padlock) attracts 18% IGST under Schedule II of the GST notification.

What is the customs duty (BCD) for HSN code 83011000?

The Basic Customs Duty (BCD) for HSN code 83011000 is 20%. On import, the landed duty also adds Social Welfare Surcharge (on BCD) and IGST (on the duty-inclusive value).

What does HSN code 83011000 cover?

HSN code 83011000 covers Lock & Padlock. It sits under Chapter 83 – Miscellaneous articles of base metal, in Section XV – BASE METALS AND ARTICLES OF BASE METAL.

What is the unit of measurement for HSN code 83011000?

The standard unit of quantity (UQC) for HSN code 83011000 is u, as listed in the Customs Tariff.

What is the HSN code for a lock / padlock?

Padlocks are classified under 83011000, and locks for motor vehicles under 83012000, within heading 8301.

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Lock & Padlock HSN Code 8301

Q: What is the HSN code for Lock & Padlock?

The HSN code for Lock & Padlock is 83011000, classified under Chapter 83 – Miscellaneous articles of base metal of India's Customs Tariff (ITC-HS).

18% IGSTSchedule II

Padlocks and locks of base metal are classified under HSN heading 8301. Padlocks and locks for motor vehicles each have their own tariff item.

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Heading

8301

Primary code

83011000

GST / IGST

18%

Customs duty (BCD)

20%

Lock & Padlock HSN codes & GST rates

The 8-digit HSN/HS codes under heading 8301 (padlocks and locks (key, combination or electrically operated), of base metal; clasps and frames with clasps, incorporating locks, of base metal; keys for any of the foregoing articles, of base metal). Click any code for the full duty stack, IGST schedule and FTA preferential rates.

HSN code	Description	IGST	BCD
83011000	Padlocks	18%	20%
83012000	Locks of a kind used for motor vehicles	18%	15%

FTA preferential rates: 14 partner agreement(s) listed for 83011000; best preferential rate 0% via ASEAN countries; 10 partner(s) at 0%. See full FTA breakdown →

What is the HSN code for lock & padlock?

The HSN code for lock & padlock is 8301 at the 4-digit heading level. For GST invoicing and customs filing you generally need the full 8-digit tariff item — for lock & padlock the most common is 83011000, 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 lock & padlock is classified under HSN

The HSN classification for lock & padlock 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 832-digitMiscellaneous articles of base metal
83014-digit headingPADLOCKS AND LOCKS (KEY, COMBINATION OR ELECTRICALLY OPERATED), OF BASE METAL; CLASPS AND FRAMES WITH CLASPS, INCORPORATING LOCKS, OF BASE METAL; KEYS FOR ANY OF THE FOREGOING ARTICLES, OF BASE METAL
8301106-digit subheadingPADLOCKS AND LOCKS (KEY, COMBINATION OR ELECTRICALLY OPERATED), OF BASE METAL; CLASPS AND FRAMES WITH CLASPS, INCORPORATING LOCKS, OF BASE METAL; KEYS FOR ANY OF THE FOREGOING ARTICLES, OF BASE METAL
830110008-digit tariff itemPadlocks

Section XV — BASE METALS AND ARTICLES OF BASE METAL

GST on lock & padlock

Lock & Padlock (HSN 8301) 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 83011000 — 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 lock & padlock

When lock & padlock (HSN 83011000) is imported into India, the duty stack is approximately: Basic Customs Duty (BCD) 20%, AIDC 20%, 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: ₹49.152. 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 83011000 →

Conclusion

The HSN code for lock & padlock is 8301 at the heading level, with 83011000 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.