8606 HSN Code: Railway goods vans

HSN Sub Chapter 8606 represents Railway goods vans under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Railway goods vans correctly for billing, taxation, and trade purposes. With HSN Sub Chapter 8606, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import/export of Railway goods vans.

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New GST Rate for HSN Code 8606

GST Rate for Railway goods vans under HSN Code 8606. Understand current tax rates, exemptions, and legal classifications to ensure accurate billing and GST filing.

Chapter No

86

HSN Code

8606

HSN Description

Railway or tramway goods vans and wagons, not self-propelled

New GST Rate

18 %
Standard

Old GST Rate

18 %

Tariff HSN Codes under HSN Sub Chapter 8606

Following tariff HSN codes fall under Railway goods vans.

Tariff HSN

86061010

Description

Tank wagons and the like : Four wheeler tank wagons of pay-load exceeding 23 tonnes

Tariff HSN

86061020

Description

Tank wagons and the like : Eight wheeler tank wagons of pay-load not exceeding 60 tonnes

Tariff HSN

86061090

Description

Tank wagons and the like : Other

Tariff HSN

86062000

Description

Railway or tramway goods vans and wagons, not self-propelled - insulated or refrigerated vans and wagons, other than those of sub-heading 8606 10

Tariff HSN

86063000

Description

Self-discharging vans and wagons, other than those of sub-heading 8606 10

Tariff HSN

86069110

Description

Other : Covered and closed : Meter guage eight wheeler covered wagons of pay-load not exceeding 38 tonnes

Tariff HSN

86069120

Description

Other : Covered and closed : Broad guage eight wheeler covered wagons of pay-load not exceeding 60 tonnes

Tariff HSN

86069190

Description

Other : Covered and closed : Other

Tariff HSN

86069210

Description

Other : Open with non-removable sides of a height exceeding 60 cms : Bogie eight wheeler wagons of pay-load not exceeding 60 tonnes

Tariff HSN

86069220

Description

Other : Open with non-removable sides of a height exceeding 60 cms : Broad guage bogie eight wheeler wagons of pay-load exceeding 60 tonnes but not exceeding 67 tonnes

Tariff HSN

86069290

Description

Other : Open with non-removable sides of a height exceeding 60 cms : Other

Tariff HSN

86069900

Description

Other : Other

India’s Trade Performance — HSN Sub-Chapter 8606 in FY 2024-25

TradeStat EIDB — Ministry of Commerce & Industry FY 2018-19–FY 2024-25 Values in ₹ Crore

India’s Exports

FY 2024-25

₹462 Cr

+1,393.28% vs FY 2023-24

0.0125% of India’s total exports

India’s Imports

FY 2024-25

₹86 Cr

+69.17% vs FY 2023-24

0.0014% of India’s total imports

Trade Balance

FY 2024-25

₹376 Cr

Trade Surplus

Surplus rank #280 of 1233 subchapters

% of Chapter 86

FY 2024-25

15.31%

Share of Chapter 86’s total exports in FY 2024-25

Import side: 1.37% of Chapter 86’s imports

Rank Within Chapter 86

FY 2024-25

#3 of 9

Position by export value among subchapters in Chapter 86

Import-side rank: #7 of 9

At a glance

70.57%

Export CAGR

FY 2018-19 → FY 2024-25 · 7 fiscal years

#549

National Export Rank

of 1233 subchapters by export value, FY 2024-25

+1,393.28%

Peak Growth Year

FY 2024-25 · strongest single-year move

15.31%

Contribution to Ch. 86

Share of Chapter 86 exports in FY 2024-25

India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Sub-Chapter 8606

7-year export and import data, FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, in ₹ Crore. Source: Ministry of Commerce & Industry, TradeStat EIDB.

FY 2018-19 Exp. Rank #953

Balance

+11.47

Exports

18.77 ₹ Cr

0.0008% share

— YoY

0.53% of Ch. 86

Imports

7.30 ₹ Cr

0.0002% share

— YoY

0.15% of Ch. 86

FY 2019-20 Exp. Rank #877

Balance

+36.52

Exports

37.21 ₹ Cr

0.0017% share

+98.24% YoY

2.04% of Ch. 86

Imports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−90.55% YoY

0.02% of Ch. 86

FY 2020-21 Exp. Rank #1039

Balance

+3.14

Exports

5.45 ₹ Cr

0.0003% share

−85.35% YoY

0.43% of Ch. 86

Imports

2.31 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

+234.78% YoY

0.06% of Ch. 86

FY 2021-22 Exp. Rank #1028

Balance

−0.97

Exports

8.86 ₹ Cr

0.0003% share

+62.57% YoY

0.29% of Ch. 86

Imports

9.83 ₹ Cr

0.0002% share

+325.54% YoY

0.26% of Ch. 86

FY 2022-23 Exp. Rank #857

Balance

+42.94

Exports

67.15 ₹ Cr

0.0019% share

+657.90% YoY

2.26% of Ch. 86

Imports

24.21 ₹ Cr

0.0004% share

+146.29% YoY

0.46% of Ch. 86

FY 2023-24 Exp. Rank #960

Balance

−20.10

Exports

30.96 ₹ Cr

0.0009% share

−53.89% YoY

1.19% of Ch. 86

Imports

51.06 ₹ Cr

0.0009% share

+110.90% YoY

0.79% of Ch. 86

FY 2024-25 Exp. Rank #549

Balance

+375.94

Exports

462.32 ₹ Cr

0.0125% share

+1,393.28% YoY

15.31% of Ch. 86

Imports

86.38 ₹ Cr

0.0014% share

+69.17% YoY

1.37% of Ch. 86

CAGR · 7-Year

Exports

70.57% /yr

Imports

50.96% /yr

Consistently Surplus
Chapter 86 total

reference, FY 2024-25

Export

₹3,019.47 Cr

Import

₹6,328.23 Cr

Trade Balance

−3,308.76

Peak export growth year Latest available data Not available YoY = change vs previous FY

Key Trade Insights: HSN Sub-Chapter 8606 Export-Import Analysis

Consistent Export Growth: 70.57% CAGR Over 7 Years

India's exports under HSN Sub-Chapter 8606 have grown at a compound annual rate of 70.57% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹18.77 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹462.32 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Sub-Chapter 8606 Ranked #549 Among All 1233 Subchapters by Export Value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Sub-Chapter 8606 ranks #549 out of 1233 subchapters by total export value. Within Chapter 86, it ranks #3 of 9. By trade surplus, it ranks #280 of 1233.

FY 2024-25 Was the Strongest Growth Year for HSN Sub-Chapter 8606 Exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Sub-Chapter 8606 was recorded in FY 2024-25, when exports surged by 1,393.28% over the prior year.

India Maintains a Trade Surplus of ₹375.94 Crore in HSN Sub-Chapter 8606 Goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹462.32 Cr exceeded imports of ₹86.38 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹375.94 Crore — ranking #280 of 1233 by surplus magnitude.

Import Growth of 50.96% CAGR Signals Rising Demand for Railway goods vans

India's imports under HSN Sub-Chapter 8606 have grown at 50.96% CAGR, reaching ₹86.38 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Sub-Chapter 8606 Contributes 15.31% of Chapter 86 Exports — Ranked #3

Among the 9 subchapters under Chapter 86, HSN Sub-Chapter 8606 ranks #3 by export value — accounting for 15.31% of the chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 1.37% share (rank #7).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common queries about HSN Sub Chapter 8606 and GST compliance.

What products are classified under HSN 8606

It includes Railway goods vans

If I repair and return Railway goods vans, how should I charge GST?

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.

What should my invoice and records include for Railway goods vans?

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.

What misclassification mistakes happen with Railway goods vans?

Using a broad or incorrect HSN, ignoring material/form (e.g., raw vs processed), or mixing goods and services on one line. Always match wording to the HSN Notes and keep a classification working paper.

Does MRP, weight or pack size change GST treatment for Railway goods vans?

Some entries use MRP/weight‑based conditions for classification. Keep pack size, retail marking and brand status on records and invoice to support the chosen HSN.

Do spares or accessories of Railway goods vans follow the same HSN?

Not always. Spares are often classified by their own description or by the function/part rule. Check if a specific sub‑heading exists for parts of the main item and describe the part on the invoice.

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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