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# HSN Code 85438991: Solar Energy Based Equipment/Gadgets

- [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 8543: Electrical machines](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8543/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Electrical machines and apparatus having individual functions, not specified or included elsewhere in this chapter - other machines and apparatus: - other: - other : rf (radio frequency) power amplifiers and noise generators for communication jamming equipment, static or mobile or manportable | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 85438991 ?

It includes Other Battery Waste/Scrap

### How much GST applies to Solar Energy Based Equipment/Gadgets?

Under HSN 85438991, Solar Energy Based Equipment/Gadgets attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Solar Energy Based Equipment/Gadgets?

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 Solar Energy Based Equipment/Gadgets is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Solar Energy Based Equipment/Gadgets; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Solar Energy Based Equipment/Gadgets?

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

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Solar Energy Based Equipment/Gadgets?

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.