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Washing Machine HSN Code 8450
Washing machines are classified under HSN heading 8450, which covers household and laundry-type washing machines. Fully-automatic machines of up to 10 kg dry-linen capacity have a dedicated tariff item.
Washing Machine HSN codes & GST rates
The 8-digit HSN/HS codes under heading 8450 (household or laundry-type washing machines, including machines which both wash and dry exceeding 10 kg:). Click any code for the full duty stack, IGST schedule and FTA preferential rates.
| HSN code | Description | IGST | BCD |
|---|---|---|---|
| 84501100 | Fully-automatic machines | 18% | 20% |
| 84501200 | Other machines, with built-in centrifugal drier | 18% | 20% |
| 84501900 | Other | 18% | 20% |
| 84502000 | Machines, each of a dry linen capacity exceeding 10 kg | 18% | 7.5% |
FTA preferential rates: 10 partner agreement(s) listed for 84501100; best preferential rate 0% via Least Developed Countries; 4 partner(s) at 0%. See full FTA breakdown →
What is the HSN code for washing machine?
The HSN code for washing machine is 8450 at the 4-digit heading level. For GST invoicing and customs filing you generally need the full 8-digit tariff item — for washing machine the most common is 84501100, 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 washing machine is classified under HSN
The HSN classification for washing machine 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
- 84504-digit headingHOUSEHOLD OR LAUNDRY-TYPE WASHING MACHINES, INCLUDING MACHINES WHICH BOTH WASH AND DRY exceeding 10 kg:
- 8450116-digit subheadingHOUSEHOLD OR LAUNDRY-TYPE WASHING MACHINES, INCLUDING MACHINES WHICH BOTH WASH AND DRY exceeding 10 kg:
- 845011008-digit tariff itemFully-automatic machines
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 washing machine
Washing Machine (HSN 8450) 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 84501100 — 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 washing machine
When washing machine (HSN 84501100) 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 84501100 →Conclusion
The HSN code for washing machine is 8450 at the heading level, with 84501100 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.
Washing Machine HSN Code — FAQs
HSN code 84501100 (Washing Machine) attracts 18% IGST under Schedule II of the GST notification.
The Basic Customs Duty (BCD) for HSN code 84501100 is 20%. On import, the landed duty also adds Social Welfare Surcharge (on BCD) and IGST (on the duty-inclusive value).
HSN code 84501100 covers Washing Machine. 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.
The HSN code for Washing Machine is 84501100, classified under Chapter 84 – Nuclear reactors, boilers, machinery and mechanical appliances; parts thereof of India's Customs Tariff (ITC-HS).
The standard unit of quantity (UQC) for HSN code 84501100 is u, as listed in the Customs Tariff.
Fully-automatic household washing machines of up to 10 kg dry-linen capacity are classified under 84501100. Machines with a built-in centrifugal drier fall under 84501200, and large-capacity machines (over 10 kg) under 84502000.
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