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title: "Mouse HSN Code 8471 | Wireless & Gaming Mouse HSN Guide 2026"
description: "HSN 8471 covers wired, wireless and gaming mice for computers. Know the correct GST rate to keep your invoices error-free. BUSY is updated for 2026 GST norms."
canonical: "https://busy.in/hsn/mouse-hsn-code/"
author: "Nitin Bansal"
published: "2025-11-28T10:00:00.000Z"
category: "HSN"
---

# Mouse HSN Code: A Complete Guide

Computer mouse devices are used with desktops, laptops and gaming systems in almost every office and home. They are treated as computer input devices under GST. Using the correct mouse HSN code helps importers, distributors and retailers charge GST properly on these products.

## **HSN Code for Wireless Mouse**

A wireless mouse is normally classified as a part of automatic data processing machines and units. Even though it uses radio or bluetooth technology, it remains an input device for a computer. In GST, wireless mouse and wired mouse usually share the same broad HSN code.

## Mouse 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**](https://busy.in/hsn/section-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 |

### Chapter Classification

| **Chapter Field** | **Chapter Value** |
| --- | --- |
| **Chapter No** | [**84**](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-84/) |
| **Chapter Title** | Nuclear Reactors, Boilers & Machinery |
| **Chapter Description** | Nuclear reactors, boilers, machinery and mechanical appliances; parts thereof |

### 4 Digit HSN Code Classification

| **HSN Code** | **HSN Code Title** | **GST Rate** |
| --- | --- | --- |
| [**8471**](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8471/) | Data processing machines & readers | **18%** |

### 8 Digit HSN Code Classification

| **HSN Code** | **HSN Code Title** | **GST Rate** |
| --- | --- | --- |
| [**84711000**](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-84711000/) | Line Printers | **18%** |
| [**84713010**](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-84713010/) | Portable Automatic Data Processing Machines (Personal Computers) | **18%** |
| [**84713090**](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-84713090/) | Other Portable Automatic Data Processing Machines | **18%** |
| [**84714110**](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-84714110/) | Micro Computers | **18%** |
| [**84714120**](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-84714120/) | Large/Main Frame Computers | **18%** |
| [**84714190**](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-84714190/) | X.25 Pads | **18%** |
| [**84714900**](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-84714900/) | Other Automatic Data Processing Machines: System Form | **18%** |
| [**84715000**](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-84715000/) | Processing Units Excluding Sub-headings 8471 41 and 8471 49 | **18%** |
| [**84716010**](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-84716010/) | Combined I/O Unit | **18%** |
| [**84716021**](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-84716021/) | Dot Matrix Printers | **18%** |
| [**84716022**](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-84716022/) | Letter Quality Daisy Wheel Printers | **18%** |
| [**84716023**](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-84716023/) | Laser Jet Printers | **18%** |
| [**84716024**](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-84716024/) | Graphic Printer | **18%** |
| [**84716025**](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-84716025/) | Automatic Data Processing Machines with Storage | **18%** |
| [**84716026**](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-84716026/) | Ink Jet Printers | **18%** |
| [**84716027**](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-84716027/) | Monitors (for ADP machines) | **18%** |
| [**84716029**](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-84716029/) | Other Data Processing Machines | **18%** |
| [**84716030**](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-84716030/) | Addressing Machines/Plate Embossing Machines | **18%** |
| [**84716040**](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-84716040/) | Keyboard | **18%** |
| [**84716050**](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-84716050/) | Scanners | **18%** |
| [**84716060**](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-84716060/) | Mouse | **18%** |
| [**84716090**](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-84716090/) | Other Input/Output Units | **18%** |
| [**84717010**](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-84717010/) | Storage Units \| Floppy Disc Drives | **18%** |
| [**84717020**](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-84717020/) | Storage units : Hard disc drives | **18%** |
| [**84717030**](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-84717030/) | Storage units: Removable disc drives | **18%** |
| [**84717040**](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-84717040/) | Storage Units \| Magnetic Tape Drives | **18%** |
| [**84717050**](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-84717050/) | Storage units : Cartridge tape drive | **18%** |
| [**84717060**](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-84717060/) | Storage Units \| Cd-Rom Drive | **18%** |
| [**84717070**](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-84717070/) | Specialised Vehicles\| Transport Vehicles | **18%** |
| [**84717090**](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-84717090/) | Storage Units \| Other | **18%** |
| [**84718000**](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-84718000/) | Other units of automatic data processing machines | **18%** |
| [**84719000**](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-84719000/) | Parts for Automatic Data Processing Machines | **18%** |

## **HSN Code for Gaming Mouse**

Gaming mouse models add features like adjustable DPI, extra buttons and lighting. However, they are still used as pointing devices for computers and gaming consoles, so they normally remain in the same input device heading. The higher price or brand value of a gaming mouse does not change the basic classification.

Sellers should capture the correct HSN code once at the item level in their software and then list different gaming models under that item group. This avoids mistakes when staff generate invoices during busy sales periods.

## **HSN Code for Computer Mouse and Other Input Devices**

Computer mouse, keyboards, trackballs and similar pointing devices generally fall under the same section that covers units of automatic data processing machines. Some specialised devices used for industrial control or medical equipment may be classified separately based on their main function.

Importers should check the customs tariff description for the exact sub heading of their device, especially when the mouse is built into another machine. For normal retail sale of a separate mouse, the common input device HSN heading is usually sufficient.

## **Conclusion**

Mouse HSN code groups wired, wireless and gaming mouse models under the broader heading for computer input devices. Most mouse products attract GST at the standard rate, so correct classification mainly helps with clean documentation and matching of purchase and sales records. Keeping one consistent HSN code for all regular mouse models makes GST compliance easier for computer shops and online sellers.

## About the author

**Nitin Bansal**

I am a Fellow Chartered Accountant (FCA) and LLB graduate with 10 years of experience in corporate auditing, taxation, and financial consulting. My expertise includes corporate audits, income tax planning, HSN code classification, and GST rate advisory. Through my blogs and articles, I aim to simplify corporate taxation, auditing, and GST compliance, making financial matters more accessible for professionals and business owners.

## Frequently asked questions

### What is the HSN code for a wireless mouse?

Wireless mouse devices are generally classified under the same input device heading as wired mouse, such as HSN code 8471 for computer units. The wireless feature does not change the basic classification.

### How are gaming mice classified under HSN?

Gaming mice are usually treated as an enhanced type of computer mouse and remain under the same HSN heading as standard mouse models. Only very specialised controllers may shift to a different code based on their main function.

### How does HSN code affect import duties for computer peripherals?

HSN code determines both the customs duty and the GST rate at the time of import. If you classify mouse products correctly at customs, it becomes easier to claim input tax credit and clear goods without delay.

### Is there a difference in HSN code for wired and wireless mice?

In normal situations, wired and wireless mouse models share the same HSN code because both are pointing devices used with computers. The difference is only in technology, not in basic use.

### Why is it important to know the HSN code for mouse products?

Knowing the correct mouse HSN code helps dealers create proper item masters, charge the right GST rate and avoid notices for wrong classification. It also ensures that purchase and sales data match correctly in GST returns.

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