GST Rate for HSN 8479
Specific items under 8479
| HSN Code | Description | GST Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 847910 | MACHINERY FOR PUBLIC WORKS, BUILDING OR THE LIKE | 18% |
| 847920 | MACHINERY FOR THE EXTRACTION OR PREPARATION OF ANIMAL OR FIXED VEGETABLE OR MICROBIAL FATS OR OILS: | 18% |
| 847930 | PRESSES FOR THE MANUFACTURE OF PARTICLE BOARD OR FIBRE BUILDING BOARD OF WOOD OR OTHER LIGNEOUS MATERIALS AND OTHER MACHINERY FOR TREATING WOOD OR CORK | 18% |
| 847940 | ROPE OR CABLE-MAKING MACHINES | 18% |
| 847950 | INDUSTRIAL ROBOTS, NOT ELSEWHERE SPECIFIED OR INCLUDED | 18% |
| 847960 | EVAPORATIVE AIR COOLERS | 18% |
| 847971 | OF A KIND USED IN AIRPORTS | 18% |
| 847979 | other | 18% |
| 847981 | FOR TREATING METAL, INCLUDING ELECTRIC WIRE COIL-WINDERS | 18% |
| 847982 | MIXING, KNEADING, CRUSHING, GRINDING, SCREENING, SIFTING, HOMOGENISING, EMULSIFYING OR STIRRING MACHINES | 18% |
| 847983 | COLD ISOSTATIC PRESSES | 18% |
| 847989 | OTHER : | 18% |
| 847990 | PARTS : | 18% |
| 84791000 | MACHINERY FOR PUBLIC WORKS, BUILDING OR THE LIKE | 18% |
| 84792010 | OIL-SEED CRUSHING OR GRINDING MACHINERY INCLUDING PURIFYING TANKS | 18% |
| 84792090 | OTHER | 18% |
| 84793000 | PRESSES FOR THE MANUFACTURE OF PARTICLE BOARD OR FIBRE BUILDING BOARD OF WOOD OR OTHER LIGNEOUS MATERIALS AND OTHER MACHINERY FOR TREATING WOOD OR CORK | 18% |
| 84794000 | ROPE OR CABLE-MAKING MACHINES | 18% |
| 84795000 | INDUSTRIAL ROBOTS, NOT ELSEWHERE SPECIFIED OR INCLUDED | 18% |
| 84796000 | EVAPORATIVE AIR COOLERS | 18% |
| 84797100 | OF A KIND USED IN AIRPORTS | 18% |
| 84797900 | OTHER | 18% |
| 84798100 | FOR TREATING METAL, INCLUDING ELECTRIC WIRE COIL-WINDERS | 18% |
| 84798200 | MIXING, KNEADING, CRUSHING, GRINDING, SCREENING, SIFTING, HOMOGENISING, EMULSIFYING OR STIRRING MACHINES | 18% |
| 84798300 | COLD ISOSTATIC PRESSES | 18% |
| 84798910 | SOAP CUTTING OR MOULDING MACHINERY | 18% |
| 84798920 | AIR HUMIDIFIERS OR DEHUMIDIFIERS (OTHER THAN THOSE FALLING UNDER HEADING 8412.5 OR 8424) | 18% |
| 84798930 | MECHANICAL SHIFTING MACHINES | 18% |
| 84798940 | ULTRASONIC TRANSDUCERS | 18% |
| 84798950 | CAR WASHING MACHINES AND RELATED APPLIANCES | 18% |
| 84798960 | COKE OVEN PLANTS | 18% |
| 84798970 | MACHINERY FOR THE MANUFACTURE OF CHEMICAL AND PHARMACEUTICALS GOODS | 18% |
| 84798991 | MACHINES AND MECHANICAL APPLIANCES HAVING INDIVIDUAL FUNCTIONS, NOT SPECIFIED OR INCLUDED ELSEWHERE IN THIS CHAPTER - OTHER MACHINES AND MECHANICAL APPLIANCES: OTHER: OTHER : INDUSTRIAL VACUUM CLEANERS | 18% |
| 84798992 | BRIQUETTING PLANT AND MACHINERY INTENDED FOR MANUFACTUREOF BRIQUETTES FROM AGRICULTURAL AND MUNICIPAL WASTE | 18% |
| 84798999 | OTHER | 18% |
| 84799010 | OF MACHINES FOR PUBLIC WORKS, BUILDING OR THE LIKE | 18% |
| 84799020 | OF MACHINES FOR THE EXTRACTION OF ANIMAL OR FRUIT AND VEGETABLE FATS OR OIL | 18% |
| 84799030 | OF MACHINES AND MECHANICAL APPLIANCES FOR TREATING WOOD | 18% |
| 84799040 | OF MACHINERY USED FOR MANUFACTURE OF CHEMICALS AND PHARMACEUTICALS | 18% |
| 84799090 | OTHER | 18% |
Tax calculator for HSN 8479
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FAQs for HSN 8479
What is the GST rate for HSN 8479?▾
GST rate for HSN 8479 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 8479 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.
Sources & accuracy
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Next steps after choosing HSN 8479
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