What products are classified under HSN 8511
It includes Ignition Equipment
HSN Sub Chapter 8511 represents Ignition Equipment under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Ignition Equipment correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Sub Chapter 8511, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import/export of Ignition Equipment.
GST Rate for Ignition Equipment under HSN Code 8511. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 85 | 8511 | Electrical ignition or starting equipment of a kind used for spark-ignition or compressionignition internal combustion engines (for example, ignition magnetos, magneto-dynamos, ignition coils, sparking plugs and glow plugs, starter motors); generators (for example, dynamos, alternators) and cut- outs of a kind used in conjunction with such engines | 5% | 18% |
Chapter: 85
Description: Electrical ignition or starting equipment of a kind used for spark-ignition or compressionignition internal combustion engines (for example, ignition magnetos, magneto-dynamos, ignition coils, sparking plugs and glow plugs, starter motors); generators (for example, dynamos, alternators) and cut- outs of a kind used in conjunction with such engines
Following Tariff HSN code falls under Ignition Equipment:
| Tariff HSN | Description |
|---|---|
| Sparking plugs | |
| Ignition magnetos; magneto-dynamos; magnetic flywheels : Electronic ignition magnetos | |
| Ignition magnetos; magneto-dynamos; magnetic flywheels : Other | |
| Distributors; ignition coils : Distributors | |
| Distributors; ignition coils : Ignition coils | |
| Starter motors and dual purpose starter-generators | |
| Other generators | |
| Other equipment | |
| Parts |
Sparking plugs
Ignition magnetos; magneto-dynamos; magnetic flywheels : Electronic ignition magnetos
Ignition magnetos; magneto-dynamos; magnetic flywheels : Other
Distributors; ignition coils : Distributors
Distributors; ignition coils : Ignition coils
Starter motors and dual purpose starter-generators
Other generators
Other equipment
Parts
| Order Number | Description |
|---|---|
| Coral Coil India Private Limited (AAR (Authority For Advance Ruling), Tamil Nadu) | |
| M/S. Heavy Vehicles Factory (AAR (Authority For Advance Ruling), Tamil Nadu) | |
| Rossi Gear Motors India Pvt. Ltd. (AAR (Authority For Advance Ruling), Tamil Nadu) | |
| Versa Drives Private Limited (AAR (Authority For Advance Ruling), Tamil Nadu) | |
| M/S. Premium Transmission Private Limited (AAR (Authority For Advance Ruling), Maharashtra) | |
| Borgwarner Morse Systems India Private Limited (AAR (Authority For Advance Ruling), Tamil Nadu) |
Coral Coil India Private Limited (AAR (Authority For Advance Ruling), Tamil Nadu)
M/S. Heavy Vehicles Factory (AAR (Authority For Advance Ruling), Tamil Nadu)
Rossi Gear Motors India Pvt. Ltd. (AAR (Authority For Advance Ruling), Tamil Nadu)
Versa Drives Private Limited (AAR (Authority For Advance Ruling), Tamil Nadu)
M/S. Premium Transmission Private Limited (AAR (Authority For Advance Ruling), Maharashtra)
Borgwarner Morse Systems India Private Limited (AAR (Authority For Advance Ruling), Tamil Nadu)
It includes Ignition Equipment
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.
Prefer separate lines per item with its HSN so each component follows its own tax treatment. If it is a naturally bundled supply, identify the principal supply and tax the whole bundle accordingly.
Yes. Many food/agri goods are treated differently when sold as pre‑packaged & labelled retail packs versus loose/open packs. If Ignition Equipment 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.
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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