Ball Valve HSN Code: Classification for Stainless Steel and Brass Ball Valves
Ball valves are widely used in plumbing, industrial piping, oil and gas networks and many other fluid control applications. Under GST they are treated as mechanical appliances used to control the flow of liquids or gases and are classified under Chapter 84 of the HSN. The main heading for taps, cocks, valves and similar appliances is 8481.
Different materials such as stainless steel, brass, carbon steel or PVC do not usually change the HSN heading. Most metal ball valves therefore share the same classification and attract GST at 18%. What really matters is whether the valve is designed for industrial, commercial or domestic use and how it is described in your item master and invoices.
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Ball Valve HSN Code Classification and GST Rates
Here are some commonly used HSN codes and GST rates for this category
Section Classification
| Section Field | Section Value |
|---|---|
| Section No | 16 |
| Section Title | Guide to HSN Section 16 |
| Section Description | MACHINERY AND MECHANICAL APPLIANCES; ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT AND PARTS THEREOF; SOUND RECORDERS AND REPRODUCERS, TELEVISION IMAGE AND SOUND RECORDERS AND REPRODUCERS, AND PARTS AND ACCESSORIES OF SUCH ARTICLES |
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| Chapter Field | Chapter Value |
|---|---|
| Chapter No | 84 |
| Chapter Title | Nuclear Reactors, Boilers & Machinery |
| Chapter Description | Nuclear reactors, boilers, machinery and mechanical appliances; parts thereof |
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4 Digit HSN Code Classification
8 Digit HSN Code Classification
| HSN Code | HSN Code Title | GST Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 84811000 | Pressure-Reducing Valves | 18% |
| 84812000 | Oleohydraulic or pneumatic valves | 18% |
| 84813000 | Check (Non-return) valves | 18% |
| 84814000 | Safety Or Relief Valves | 18% |
| 84818010 | Other appliances : Taps, cocks and similar appliances of iron or steel | 18% |
| 84818020 | Non-Ferrous Metal Taps, Cocks & Similar Appliances | 18% |
| 84818030 | Industrial Valves | 18% |
| 84818041 | Bicycle inner tube valves | 18% |
| 84818049 | Other appliances : Inner tube valves : Other | 18% |
| 84818050 | Refrigeration/AC Expansion/Solenoid Valves | 18% |
| 84818090 | Other Appliances | 18% |
| 84819010 | Parts | Bicycles Valves | 18% |
| 84819090 | Valves & Taps for Pipes, Boilers & Tanks | 18% |
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* GST rates may vary based on the latest GST notifications
What is the HSN code for stainless steel ball valves?
Stainless steel ball valves are generally classified under HSN 8481 80, which covers taps, cocks, valves and similar appliances for pipes, tanks or vessels. This heading applies to a wide range of valve types including ball, gate, globe and butterfly valves. Under GST, supplies under this heading typically attract 18%.
What Is the HSN Code for Ball Valves?
In practice, most suppliers of ball valves use the four digit heading 8481 with the six digit 8481 80 for more detail. The same classification works for valves made from stainless steel, brass, cast iron or other metals. You can mention more detailed eight digit codes in your system if required, but 8481 80 is widely recognised for day to day invoicing.
How Stainless Steel Ball Valves Are Classified under HSN
Stainless steel ball valves designed for water, steam, chemicals or gas lines are all covered under heading 8481. The HSN code does not change because of pressure rating, size or end connection, as long as the item is a mechanical valve. These technical details can appear in the description, while the HSN remains common for the full product range.
The HSN Code for Brass and Industrial Ball Valves
Brass ball valves used in plumbing or LPG applications and heavy industrial ball valves for process plants are also classified under 8481 80. Industrial variants may carry additional certifications or features, but they are still treated as valves for GST. As a result, the GST rate of 18% applies uniformly to most ball valve products, whether used in homes, factories or infrastructure projects.
GST on Ball Valve Products
Ball valves fall in the standard 18% GST slab for mechanical appliances under Chapter 84. Sellers charge 18% on the transaction value and buyers engaged in taxable activities can usually claim input tax credit on the same. There is no separate concessional slab just for ball valves. However, you should still confirm classification when a valve is supplied as part of a larger machine or composite assembly, since the principal supply in those cases may be treated differently.
