HSN Code 87163100: Tanker Trailers and Semi-Trailers

HSN Code 87163100 represents Tanker Trailers and Semi-Trailers under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Tanker Trailers and Semi-Trailers correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Code 87163100, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import/export of Tanker Trailers and Semi-Trailers.

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Description of Goods for Tanker Trailers and Semi-Trailers

HSN Code 87163100 relates to the following description:

Chapter Number Chapter Name Sub Chapter Number Sub Chapter Name Description of Goods CGST
(%)
SGST
(%)
IGST
(%)
CESS
(%)
87 Vehicles other than railway or tramway rolling-stock, and parts and accessories thereof 8716 Trailers and semi-trailers; other vehicles, not mechanically propelled; parts thereof Other trailers and semi-trailers for the transport of goods : Tanker trailers and tanker semi-trailers
CESS: Nil( if All old and used motor vehicles. Explanation : Nothing contained in this entry shall apply if the supplier of such goods has availed input tax credit as defined in clause (63) of section 2 of the Central Goods and Services Tax Act, 2017, CENVAT credit as defined in CENVAT Credit Rules, 2004, or the input tax credit of Value Added Tax or any other taxes paid on such vehicles / Nil (if Fuel Cell Motor Vehicles)
9% 9% 18% See note

Description of goods

Other trailers and semi-trailers for the transport of goods : Tanker trailers and tanker semi-trailers

Chapter

87 – Vehicles other than railway or tramway rolling-stock, and parts and accessories thereof

Sub Chapter

8716 – Trailers and semi-trailers; other vehicles, not mechanically propelled; parts thereof

CGST 9%
SGST 9%
IGST 18%
CESS Nil( if All old and used motor vehicles. Explanation : Nothing contained in this entry shall apply if the supplier of such goods has availed input tax credit as defined in clause (63) of section 2 of the Central Goods and Services Tax Act, 2017, CENVAT credit as defined in CENVAT Credit Rules, 2004, or the input tax credit of Value Added Tax or any other taxes paid on such vehicles / Nil (if Fuel Cell Motor Vehicles)

What does HSN Code 87163100 not include?

Tanker Trailers and Semi-Trailers does not include products with the following descriptions:

HSN Code Description
Trailers and semi-trailers of the caravan type, for housing or camping
Self-loading or self-unloading trailers and semi-trailers for agricultural purposes
Other trailers and semi-trailers for the transport of goods : Other
Other trailers and semi-trailers
Other vehicles : Hand propelled vehicles (e.g. hand carts, rickshaws and the like)
Other vehicles : Animal drawn vehicles
Other vehicles : Other
Parts : Parts and accessories of trailers
Parts : Other

Trailers and semi-trailers of the caravan type, for housing or camping

Self-loading or self-unloading trailers and semi-trailers for agricultural purposes

Other trailers and semi-trailers for the transport of goods : Other

Other trailers and semi-trailers

Other vehicles : Hand propelled vehicles (e.g. hand carts, rickshaws and the like)

Other vehicles : Animal drawn vehicles

Other vehicles : Other

Parts : Parts and accessories of trailers

Parts : Other

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Case Laws Related to HSN Code 87163100

Order Number Description
Aakash Engineers (AAR (Authority For Advance Ruling), Daman Diu And Dnh)

Aakash Engineers (AAR (Authority For Advance Ruling), Daman Diu And Dnh)

FAQs for HSN Code 87163100

What products are classified under HSN 87163100 ?

It includes Other Parts for Trailers and Semi-Trailers

Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Tanker Trailers and Semi-Trailers?

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 Tanker Trailers and Semi-Trailers?

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.

How should mixed supplies be billed when Tanker Trailers and Semi-Trailers is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Tanker Trailers and Semi-Trailers; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

How much GST applies to Tanker Trailers and Semi-Trailers?

Under HSN 87163100, Tanker Trailers and Semi-Trailers attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

Any common misclassification issue with Tanker Trailers and Semi-Trailers?

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

Important Disclaimer

The above does not constitute professional advice or a formal recommendation. We recommend consulting a professional tax consultant before acting on the information contained in this piece of content.

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