What is the GST (IGST) rate for HSN code 87161000?

HSN code 87161000 (Trailer) attracts 18% IGST under Schedule II of the GST notification.

What is the customs duty (BCD) for HSN code 87161000?

The Basic Customs Duty (BCD) for HSN code 87161000 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 87161000 cover?

HSN code 87161000 covers Trailer. It sits under Chapter 87 – Vehicles other than railway or tramway rolling-stock, and parts and accessories thereof, in Section XVII – VEHICLES, AIRCRAFT, VESSELS AND ASSOCIATED TRANSPORT EQUIPMENT.

What is the unit of measurement for HSN code 87161000?

The standard unit of quantity (UQC) for HSN code 87161000 is u, as listed in the Customs Tariff.

What is the HSN code for a trailer?

Trailers and semi-trailers of the caravan type are classified under 87161000, and self-loading/unloading agricultural trailers under 87162000, within heading 8716.

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Trailer HSN Code 8716

Q: What is the HSN code for Trailer?

The HSN code for Trailer is 87161000, classified under Chapter 87 – Vehicles other than railway or tramway rolling-stock, and parts and accessories thereof of India's Customs Tariff (ITC-HS).

18% IGSTSchedule II

Trailers and semi-trailers (and other non-mechanically-propelled vehicles) are classified under HSN heading 8716. Caravan-type and self-loading trailers each have their own tariff item.

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Heading

8716

Primary code

87161000

GST / IGST

18%

Customs duty (BCD)

10%

Trailer HSN codes & GST rates

The 8-digit HSN/HS codes under heading 8716 (trailers and semi-trailers; other vehicles, not mechanically propelled; parts thereof). Click any code for the full duty stack, IGST schedule and FTA preferential rates.

HSN code	Description	IGST	BCD
87161000	Trailers and semi-trailers of the caravan type, for housing or camping	18%	10%
87162000	Self-loading or self-unloading trailers and semi-trailers for agricultural purposes transport of goods :	5%	10%

FTA preferential rates: 13 partner agreement(s) listed for 87161000; best preferential rate 0% via ASEAN countries; 10 partner(s) at 0%. See full FTA breakdown →

What is the HSN code for trailer?

The HSN code for trailer is 8716 at the 4-digit heading level. For GST invoicing and customs filing you generally need the full 8-digit tariff item — for trailer the most common is 87161000, 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 trailer is classified under HSN

The HSN classification for trailer 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 872-digitVehicles other than railway or tramway rolling-stock, and parts and accessories thereof
87164-digit headingTRAILERS AND SEMI-TRAILERS; OTHER VEHICLES, NOT MECHANICALLY PROPELLED; PARTS THEREOF
8716106-digit subheadingTRAILERS AND SEMI-TRAILERS; OTHER VEHICLES, NOT MECHANICALLY PROPELLED; PARTS THEREOF
871610008-digit tariff itemTrailers and semi-trailers of the caravan type, for housing or camping

Section XVII — VEHICLES, AIRCRAFT, VESSELS AND ASSOCIATED TRANSPORT EQUIPMENT

GST on trailer

Trailer (HSN 8716) 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 87161000 — 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 trailer

When trailer (HSN 87161000) 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 87161000 →

Conclusion

The HSN code for trailer is 8716 at the heading level, with 87161000 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.