Rate at a Glance
Chapter 85
GST rate guide
Most electrical machinery and electronics, including mobile phones, televisions and monitors, are taxed at 18%. Solar and renewable energy devices attract 5%.
Use this rate in hisabkitab: start free
Rates reflect GST changes effective 22 September 2025. Confirm the rate for your exact product description before filing.
All 9 HSN codes under 8520
| HSN code | Description |
|---|---|
| 85201000 | Dictating machines not capable of operating without an external source of power |
| 85202000 | Telephone answering machines |
| 85203200 | Other magnetic tape recorders incorporating sound reproducing apparatus: digital audio type |
| 85203310 | Other magnetic tape recorders incorporating sound reproducing apparatus: - other, cassette-type: heavy-duty tape recorders |
| 85203390 | Other magnetic tape recorders incorporating sound reproducing apparatus: - other, cassette-type: other |
| 85203910 | Other magnetic tape recorders incorporating sound reproducing apparatus: - other: heavy-duty tape recorders |
| 85203990 | Other magnetic tape recorders incorporating sound reproducing apparatus: - other: other |
| 85209010 | Other: compact disc recording apparatus |
| 85209090 | Other: other |
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