What products are classified under HSN 8440
It includes Bookbinding Machinery
HSN Sub Chapter 8440 represents Bookbinding Machinery under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Bookbinding Machinery correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Sub Chapter 8440, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import/export of Bookbinding Machinery.
GST Rate for Bookbinding Machinery under HSN Code 8440. Understand Current Tax Rates, Exemptions, and Legal Classifications to Ensure Accurate Billing and GST Filing.
| Chapter No | HSN Code | HSN Description | New GST Rate | Old GST Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 84 | 8440 | Book-binding machinery, including booksewing machines | 18% | 18% |
Chapter: 84
Description: Book-binding machinery, including booksewing machines
Following Tariff HSN code falls under Bookbinding Machinery:
| Tariff HSN | Description |
|---|---|
| Machinery : Wire stitching machinery, single headed | |
| Machinery : Wire stitching machinery, single headed | |
| Machinery : Other | |
| Machinery : Other | |
| Parts | |
| Parts |
Machinery : Wire stitching machinery, single headed
Machinery : Wire stitching machinery, single headed
Machinery : Other
Machinery : Other
Parts
Parts
It includes Bookbinding Machinery
Use a delivery challan for sending Bookbinding Machinery to the job worker. Declare movement in your records and reconcile when the goods return. If the job worker raises a service invoice, classify it under SAC; your goods remain under the original HSN.
Yes. Many food/agri goods are treated differently when sold as pre‑packaged & labelled retail packs versus loose/open packs. If Bookbinding Machinery is sold in small pouches (e.g., 500 g) with an MRP and label, record that on the invoice. Loose bulk bags often follow a different treatment.
The composition scheme is optional for eligible small suppliers of goods. You cannot issue tax invoices or collect tax under composition. Check turnover limits and exclusions; evaluate margins and ITC loss before opting in.
Repair/service is a service supply (SAC). Parts and materials used are goods and may be billed separately with HSN. Mention both lines clearly to avoid mixing service and goods values.
Include HSN, exact description, pack size/grade, quantity, and if pre‑packaged & labelled. Maintain purchase specs, test reports (where relevant), and job‑work challans for audit trail.
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.