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HSN 820518% GSTITC EligibleRCM: Check notificationsLast reviewed: 22 Jan 2026

HAND TOOLS (INCLUDING GLAZIERS’ DIAMONDS)

GST rate for HSN 8205 is 18%. Use the calculator, copy invoice-ready details, and verify ITC/RCM hints before filing (FY 2025–26).

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Quick summary
TypeGoods
Intra-state split9% CGST + 9% SGST
Inter-state18% IGST
Tip: Compare nearby headings and chapter notes to avoid wrong classification.

GST Rate for HSN 8205

18%

Specific items under 8205

HSN CodeDescriptionGST Rate
820510DRILLING, THREADING OR TAPPING TOOLS18%
820520HAMMERS AND SLEDGE HAMMERS18%
820530PLANES, CHISELS, GOUGES AND SIMILAR CUTTING TOOLS FOR WORKING WOOD18%
820540SCREWDRIVERS18%
820551HOUSEHOLD TOOLS :18%
820559OTHER:18%
820560BLOW LAMPS18%
820570VICES, CLAMPS AND THE LIKE18%
820580Anvils; portable forges; hand or pedal-operated grinding wheels with frameworks18%
820590OTHER, INCLUDING SETS OF ARTICLES OF TWO OR MORE SUB-HEADINGS OF THIS HEADING:18%
82051000DRILLING, THREADING OR TAPPING TOOLS18%
82052000HAMMERS AND SLEDGE HAMMERS18%
82053000PLANES, CHISELS, GOUGES AND SIMILAR CUTTING TOOLS FOR WORKING WOOD18%
82054000SCREWDRIVERS18%
82055110CAN OR CORK OPENERS18%
82055190OTHER18%
82055910GREASE GUNS (EXCLUDING COMPRESSED AIR TYPE)18%
82055920METAL WORKING HAND TOOLS18%
82055930HAND TOOLS FOR SPECIFIED USES, SUCH AS WATCH MAKING TOOLS, GOLDSMITH TOOLS18%
82055940FORKS OTHER THAN THOSE OF HEADINGS 8201 AND 821418%
82055990OTHER18%
82056000BLOW LAMPS18%
82057000VICES, CLAMPS AND THE LIKE18%
82059010ANVILS AND PORTABLE FORGES18%
82059020GRINDING WHEELS WITH FRAME, HAND OR PEDAL OPERATED18%
82059030SETS OF ARTICLES OF TWO OR MORE OF THE FOREGOING SUB-HEADINGS18%
82059090OTHER18%

Tax calculator for HSN 8205

Enter a taxable value to calculate GST. You can use this for a quick invoice estimate.

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Not legal advice • Verify before filing • For services (99), place-of-supply rules can change tax type.

Invoice example (₹1,000 taxable value)

Intra-state (CGST + SGST)
Taxable value₹1,000
CGST (9%)90.00
SGST (9%)90.00
Total invoice1180.00
Inter-state (IGST)
Taxable value₹1,000
IGST (18%)180.00
Total invoice1180.00
Chapter note
Tools, Implements, Cutlery (Base Metal). Spanners, Hammers, Knives, Scissors. Mostly 18%.

Compliance pointers (ITC / RCM / classification)

ITC hint

Input Tax Credit depends on usage conditions, restrictions, and supplier eligibility. Treat this as a quick hint — verify for edge cases.

ITC Eligible
RCM / special cases

Reverse Charge is notification-based and can depend on supplier status and transaction type. If you see a warning, double-check notifications and your invoice terms.

No chapter-level RCM note found. Still verify based on notification + supplier category.
Classification checks
  • Compare adjacent headings within Chapter 82 before finalizing.
  • Use chapter notes to avoid common confusions (materials vs finished goods, kits, etc.).
  • For services (99), place-of-supply can change whether IGST/CGST+SGST applies.

FAQs for HSN 8205

What is the GST rate for HSN 8205?

GST rate for HSN 8205 is 18%. Always verify the latest CBIC/GST notifications for changes.

Is HSN mandatory on invoices?

HSN is generally required on B2B invoices; the number of digits depends on turnover and the nature of supply. Exports/imports typically use more detailed codes.

How do I use this code on an invoice?

Add HSN 8205 in the line item and apply GST @ 18%. For intra-state supplies: 9% CGST + 9% SGST. For inter-state supplies: 18% IGST.

Does ITC apply for this HSN?

ITC depends on conditions and restrictions under GST law, plus the nature of usage and supplier eligibility. Use the ITC badge as a hint and verify with your CA for edge cases.

Can Reverse Charge (RCM) apply here?

RCM is notification-based and depends on the supply category, supplier status, and transaction type. If you see an RCM note, treat it as a “verify” signal.

What if I pick the wrong HSN?

Wrong classification can cause rate mismatch, notices, interest/penalty exposure, and reconciliation issues. Compare nearby headings and chapter notes before finalizing.

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