What products are classified under HSN 8468
It includes Welding apparatus
HSN Sub Chapter 8468 represents Welding apparatus under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Welding apparatus correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Sub Chapter 8468, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import/export of Welding apparatus.
GST Rate for Welding apparatus under HSN Code 8468. 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 | 8468 | Machinery and apparatus for soldering, brazing or welding, whether or not capable of cutting, other than those of heading 8515; gas- operated surface tempering machines and appliances | 18% | 18% |
Chapter: 84
Description: Machinery and apparatus for soldering, brazing or welding, whether or not capable of cutting, other than those of heading 8515; gas- operated surface tempering machines and appliances
Following Tariff HSN code falls under Welding apparatus:
| Tariff HSN | Description |
|---|---|
| Hand-held blow pipes | |
| Hand-held blow pipes | |
| Other gas-operated machinery and apparatus : Welding or cutting machines | |
| Other gas-operated machinery and apparatus : Welding or cutting machines | |
| Other gas-operated machinery and apparatus : Other | |
| Other gas-operated machinery and apparatus : Other | |
| Other machinery and apparatus | |
| Other machinery and apparatus | |
| Parts | |
| Parts |
Hand-held blow pipes
Hand-held blow pipes
Other gas-operated machinery and apparatus : Welding or cutting machines
Other gas-operated machinery and apparatus : Welding or cutting machines
Other gas-operated machinery and apparatus : Other
Other gas-operated machinery and apparatus : Other
Other machinery and apparatus
Other machinery and apparatus
Parts
Parts
It includes Welding apparatus
If replacement is without consideration under a pre‑agreed warranty, issue a delivery challan and reference the original invoice/contract. If consideration is charged, raise a tax invoice. Keep serial/lot details for traceability.
Yes. Many food/agri goods are treated differently when sold as pre‑packaged & labelled retail packs versus loose/open packs. If Welding apparatus 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.
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.
Exports are zero‑rated (with or without payment of IGST) subject to LUT/refund conditions. Imports may attract customs duties in addition to GST. Keep HSN‑wise description consistent across invoice, shipping bill and BOE.
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.
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