What is the GST (IGST) rate for HSN code 84231000?

HSN code 84231000 (Weighing Scale) attracts 18% IGST under Schedule II of the GST notification.

What is the customs duty (BCD) for HSN code 84231000?

The Basic Customs Duty (BCD) for HSN code 84231000 is 10%. On import, the landed duty also adds Social Welfare Surcharge (on BCD) and IGST (on the duty-inclusive value).

What is the unit of measurement for HSN code 84231000?

The standard unit of quantity (UQC) for HSN code 84231000 is u, as listed in the Customs Tariff.

What is the HSN code for a weighing scale?

Personal and household weighing machines are classified under 84231000, and scales for continuous weighing under 84232000, within heading 8423.

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Weighing Scale HSN Code 8423

Q: What does HSN code 84231000 cover?

HSN code 84231000 covers Weighing Scale. 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.

Q: What is the HSN code for Weighing Scale?

The HSN code for Weighing Scale is 84231000, classified under Chapter 84 – Nuclear reactors, boilers, machinery and mechanical appliances; parts thereof of India's Customs Tariff (ITC-HS).

18% IGSTSchedule II

Weighing machinery (excluding sensitive laboratory balances) is classified under HSN heading 8423. Personal/household scales and continuous-weighing scales each have their own tariff item.

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Heading

8423

Primary code

84231000

GST / IGST

18%

Customs duty (BCD)

10%

Weighing Scale HSN codes & GST rates

The 8-digit HSN/HS codes under heading 8423 (weighing machinery (excluding balances of a sensitivity of 5 centigrams or better), including weight operated counting or checking machines; weighing machine weights of all kinds). Click any code for the full duty stack, IGST schedule and FTA preferential rates.

HSN code	Description	IGST	BCD
84231000	Personal weighing machines, including baby scales; household scales	18%	10%
84232000	Scales for continuous weighing of goods on conveyors	18%	7.5%

FTA preferential rates: 14 partner agreement(s) listed for 84231000; best preferential rate 0% via ASEAN countries; 11 partner(s) at 0%. See full FTA breakdown →

What is the HSN code for weighing scale?

The HSN code for weighing scale is 8423 at the 4-digit heading level. For GST invoicing and customs filing you generally need the full 8-digit tariff item — for weighing scale the most common is 84231000, 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 weighing scale is classified under HSN

The HSN classification for weighing scale 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
84234-digit headingWEIGHING MACHINERY (EXCLUDING BALANCES OF A SENSITIVITY OF 5 CENTIGRAMS OR BETTER), INCLUDING WEIGHT OPERATED COUNTING OR CHECKING MACHINES; WEIGHING MACHINE WEIGHTS OF ALL KINDS
8423106-digit subheadingWEIGHING MACHINERY (EXCLUDING BALANCES OF A SENSITIVITY OF 5 CENTIGRAMS OR BETTER), INCLUDING WEIGHT OPERATED COUNTING OR CHECKING MACHINES; WEIGHING MACHINE WEIGHTS OF ALL KINDS
842310008-digit tariff itemPersonal weighing machines, including baby scales; household scales

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 weighing scale

Weighing Scale (HSN 8423) 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 84231000 — 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 weighing scale

When weighing scale (HSN 84231000) 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.

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Conclusion

The HSN code for weighing scale is 8423 at the heading level, with 84231000 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.