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HSN 850418% GSTITC EligibleRCM: Check notificationsLast reviewed: 22 Jan 2026

ELECTRICAL TRANSFORMERS

GST rate for HSN 8504 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 8504

18%

Specific items under 8504

HSN CodeDescriptionGST Rate
850410BALLASTS FOR DISCHARGE LAMPS OR TUBES :18%
850421HAVING A POWER HANDLING CAPACITY NOT EXCEEDING 650 KVA18%
850422HAVING A POWER HANDLING CAPACITY EXCEEDING 650 KVA BUT NOT EXCEEDING 10,000 KVA18%
850423HAVING A POWER HANDLING CAPACITY EXCEEDING 10,000 KVA:18%
850431HAVING A POWER HANDLING CAPACITY NOT EXCEEDING 1 KVA18%
850432HAVING A POWER HANDLING CAPACITY EXCEEDING 1 KVA BUT NOT EXCEEDING 16 KVA18%
850433HAVING A POWER HANDLING CAPACITY EXCEEDING 16 KVA BUT NOT EXCEEDING 500 KVA18%
850434HAVING A POWER HANDLING CAPACITY EXCEEDING 500 KVA18%
850440STATIC CONVERTERS:18%
850450OTHER INDUCTORS:18%
850490PARTS :18%
85041010CONVENTIONAL TYPE18%
85041020FOR COMPACT FLUORESCENT LAMPS18%
85041090OTHER18%
85042100HAVING A POWER HANDLING CAPACITY NOT EXCEEDING 650 KVA18%
85042200HAVING A POWER HANDLING CAPACITY EXCEEDING 650 KVA BUT NOT EXCEEDING 10,000 KVA18%
85042310HAVING A POWER HANDLING CAPACITY EXCEEDING 10,000 KVA BUT NOT EXCEEDING 50,000 KVA18%
85042320HAVING A POWER HANDLING CAPACITY EXCEEDING 50,000 KVA BUT NOT EXCEEDING 1,00,000 KVA18%
85042330HAVING A POWER HANDLING CAPACITY EXCEEDING 1,00,000 KVA BUT NOT EXCEEDING 2,50,000 KVA18%
85042340HAVING A POWER HANDLING CAPACITY EXCEEDING 2,50,000 KVA18%
85043100HAVING A POWER HANDLING CAPACITY NOT EXCEEDING 1 KVA18%
85043200HAVING A POWER HANDLING CAPACITY EXCEEDING 1 KVA BUT NOT EXCEEDING 16 KVA18%
85043300HAVING A POWER HANDLING CAPACITY EXCEEDING 16 KVA BUT NOT EXCEEDING 500 KVA18%
85043400HAVING A POWER HANDLING CAPACITY EXCEEDING 500 KVA18%
85044010ELECTRIC INVERTER18%
85044021DIP BRIDGE RECTIFIER18%
85044029OTHER18%
85044030BATTERY CHARGERS18%
85044040VOLTAGE REGULATOR AND STABILIZERS (OTHER THAN AUTOMATIC)18%
85044090OTHER18%
85045010CHOKE COILS (CHOKES)18%
85045090OTHER18%
85049010OF TRANSFORMERS18%
85049090OTHER18%

Tax calculator for HSN 8504

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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
Electrical Machinery and Equipment. Phones (18%), Transformers, Batteries, Microphones.

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 85 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 8504

What is the GST rate for HSN 8504?

GST rate for HSN 8504 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 8504 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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