8905 HSN Code: Vessels, floating docks & platforms

HSN Sub Chapter 8905 represents Vessels, floating docks & platforms under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Vessels, floating docks & platforms correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Sub Chapter 8905, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import/export of Vessels, floating docks & platforms.

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Chapter No	HSN Code	HSN Description	New GST Rate	Old GST Rate
89	8905	Light-vessels, fire-floats, dredgers, floating cranes, and other vessels the navigability of which is subsidiary to their main function; floating docks; floating or submersible drilling or production platforms	28%	28%

HSN Code 8905

Chapter: 89

Description: Light-vessels, fire-floats, dredgers, floating cranes, and other vessels the navigability of which is subsidiary to their main function; floating docks; floating or submersible drilling or production platforms

New GST Rate: 28% Old GST Rate: 28%

Tariff HSN	Description
89051000	Dredgers
89052000	Floating or submersible drilling or production platforms
89059010	Other : Floating docks
89059090	Other : Other

HSN Code 89051000

Dredgers

HSN Code 89052000

Floating or submersible drilling or production platforms

HSN Code 89059010

Other : Floating docks

HSN Code 89059090

Other : Other

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Order Number	Description
GST-ARA-39/2020-21/B-58	Exide Industries Limited (AAR (Authority For Advance Ruling), Maharashtra)
MAH/AAAR/SS-RJ/20/2018-19	A.S. Moloobhoy Pvt. Ltd. (AAAR (Appellate Authority For Advance Ruling), Maharashtra)
GST-ARA-14/2018-19/B-71	As Moloobhoy Private Limited (AAR (Authority For Advance Ruling), Maharashtra)
11/AP/GST/2021	Bharat Dynamics Limited (AAR (Authority For Advance Ruling), Andhra Pradesh)
GUJ/GAAR/R/72/2020	Air Control And Chemical Engineering Co. Ltd (AAR (Authority For Advance Ruling), Gujarat)
AAR No. KAR ADRG 21/2019	M/S. Bharat Electronics Limited (AAR (Authority For Advance Ruling), Karnataka)

Order No. GST-ARA-39/2020-21/B-58

Exide Industries Limited (AAR (Authority For Advance Ruling), Maharashtra)

Order No. MAH/AAAR/SS-RJ/20/2018-19

A.S. Moloobhoy Pvt. Ltd. (AAAR (Appellate Authority For Advance Ruling), Maharashtra)

Order No. GST-ARA-14/2018-19/B-71

As Moloobhoy Private Limited (AAR (Authority For Advance Ruling), Maharashtra)

Order No. 11/AP/GST/2021

Bharat Dynamics Limited (AAR (Authority For Advance Ruling), Andhra Pradesh)

Order No. GUJ/GAAR/R/72/2020

Air Control And Chemical Engineering Co. Ltd (AAR (Authority For Advance Ruling), Gujarat)

Order No. AAR No. KAR ADRG 21/2019

M/S. Bharat Electronics Limited (AAR (Authority For Advance Ruling), Karnataka)

What products are classified under HSN 8905

It includes Vessels, floating docks & platforms

Any special steps when selling Vessels, floating docks & platforms through an e‑commerce platform?

Ensure registration requirements are met and reconcile the operator’s TCS statements with your GSTR‑2B/3B. Map SKU descriptions to HSN to reduce mismatches and returns.

Can I claim ITC on inputs and services used for Vessels, floating docks & platforms?

If your outward supply of Vessels, floating docks & platforms is taxable, ITC is generally available (Sections 16–17) except blocked credits (e.g., personal use, motor vehicles in most cases). For exempt supplies, proportionate reversal is required under Rule 42/43.

Any import/export nuance for Vessels, floating docks & platforms?

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.

What misclassification mistakes happen with Vessels, floating docks & platforms?

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.

What are the e‑way bill and e‑invoice points while moving Vessels, floating docks & platforms?

Generate an e‑way bill when the consignment value exceeds ₹50,000, unless exempted for the transaction. E‑invoicing depends on turnover (AATO threshold as notified) for B2B supplies, not on the item itself.

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