---
title: "HSN Code for Telephonic/Telegraphic Switching Apparatus | HSN 85172200 GST Rate"
description: "Find HSN and GST Rates for 85172200 related to Telephonic/Telegraphic Switching Apparatus with BUSY Accounting - The reliable source for HSN and GST details in India."
canonical: "https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85172200/"
---

# HSN Code 85172200: Telephonic/Telegraphic Switching Apparatus

- [Section 16: Guide to HSN Section 16](https://busy.in/hsn/section-16/)
- [Chapter 85: Electrical Machinery Equipment](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-85/)
- [Sub-chapter 8517: Telephone & Communication Apparatus](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8517/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Electrical apparatus for line telephony or line telegraphy, including line telephone sets with cordless handsets and telecommunication apparatus for carrier-current line systems or for digital line systems; videophones - facsimile machines and teleprinters: teleprinters | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 85172200 ?

It includes Turntables with Auto Changer

### How much GST applies to Telephonic/Telegraphic Switching Apparatus?

Under HSN 85172200, Telephonic/Telegraphic Switching Apparatus attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Any common misclassification issue with Telephonic/Telegraphic Switching Apparatus?

Use the exact HSN and describe the form/grade. For multi‑line invoices, apply the rate per line to avoid wrong tax collection.

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Telephonic/Telegraphic Switching Apparatus?

e‑Way bill is needed above ₹50,000 consignment value (subject to exemptions). e‑Invoicing is turnover‑based (presently AATO > ₹5 crore) for B2B supplies.

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Telephonic/Telegraphic Switching Apparatus?

If your outward supply is taxable, eligible ITC is available subject to general restrictions. For exempt/Nil supplies, reverse credit per Rule 42.

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Telephonic/Telegraphic Switching Apparatus is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Telephonic/Telegraphic Switching Apparatus; Nil for exempt items if applicable).