854520 Carbon brushes; with or without metal, used for electrical purposes
Subheading 8545 20 is a 6-digit product line, the level harmonized worldwide. Businesses with turnover above Rs. 5 crore report this 6-digit level in GSTR-1; the 8-digit items below carry the India-specific splits and rates.
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8-digit codes under 8545 20
These are the full Indian tariff items. Open one for its official description, GST schedule rows, CGST/SGST split and calculator.
GST rates shown here are as published in HSN to GST code and GST rate schedule mapping (as published 30.06.2017) and are reproduced for reference. The GST Council revises rates through notifications, including the slab rationalization effective 22.09.2025 that moved many goods from the 12% and 28% slabs. Always verify the current rate on the CBIC GST rates page or CBIC tax information portal before invoicing or filing. Rates shown exclude any applicable compensation cess. IncorpX provides assistance for GST registration and return filing if you need help.
Subheading 854520 questions
What does HSN subheading 8545 20 cover?
Subheading 8545 20 covers carbon brushes; with or without metal, used for electrical purposes. The 6-digit level is harmonized worldwide under the WCO system, and India splits it into 1 8-digit tariff item.
When do I report the 6-digit code 854520?
Businesses with aggregate turnover above Rs. 5 crore must report 6-digit HSN codes on invoices and in GSTR-1. Customs documents go further and use the full 8-digit code, so pick the exact tariff item below for imports or exports.
What GST rate applies under subheading 854520?
The schedule maps codes here to 28%. Open the exact 8-digit code below for its rows, CGST/SGST split and calculator, and verify the current rate on the CBIC GST portal before filing.
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