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# HSN Code 85182900: Headphones/Earphones (with/without Mic)

- [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 8518: Microphones and amplifiers](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8518/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Microphones and stands therefor; loudspeakers, whether or not mounted in their enclosures; headphones and earphones, whether or not combined with a microphone, and sets consisting of a microphone and one or more loudspeakers; audiofrequency electric amplifiers; electric sound amplifier set - loudspeakers, whether or not mounted in their enclosures: other | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 85182900 ?

It includes Other Magnetic Tape (4mm-6.5mm, Non-Sound)

### How much GST applies to Headphones/Earphones (with/without Mic)?

Under HSN 85182900, Headphones/Earphones (with/without Mic) attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Any common misclassification issue with Headphones/Earphones (with/without Mic)?

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 Headphones/Earphones (with/without Mic)?

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.

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Headphones/Earphones (with/without Mic) is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Headphones/Earphones (with/without Mic); Nil for exempt items if applicable).

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Headphones/Earphones (with/without Mic)?

For food/agri items, GST can be 5% when not fresh/chilled and sold as pre‑packaged & labelled; otherwise often Nil. For non‑food items, rates depend on the specific sub‑heading.