Valve HSN Code: Classification for Ball, Gate and Check Valves
Valves are key components in plumbing, industrial piping, oil and gas, water supply, and many process industries. Common types include ball valves, gate valves, and check valves. Under GST, all these valves must be classified under the correct HSN so that purchase and sales transactions are compliant.
Manufacturers, distributors, and contractors should clearly understand valve HSN codes and how GST applies.
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What is the HSN Code for Valves?
Valves used for pipelines, tanks, and industrial systems are usually classified under the HSN heading for taps, cocks, valves, and similar appliances for pipes, boiler shells, tanks and vats.
Valve HSN Code Classification and GST Rates
Here are some commonly used HSN codes and GST rates for this category
| Section | |
|---|---|
| Section No | 16 |
| Section Title | Guide to HSN Section 16 |
| Section Description | MACHINERY AND MECHANICAL APPLIANCES; ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT AND PARTS THEREOF; SOUND RECORDERS AND REPRODUCERS, TELEVISION IMAGE AND SOUND RECORDERS AND REPRODUCERS, AND PARTS AND ACCESSORIES OF SUCH ARTICLES |
| Chapter | |
|---|---|
| Chapter No | 84 |
| Chapter Title | Nuclear Reactors, Boilers & Machinery |
| Chapter Description | Nuclear reactors, boilers, machinery and mechanical appliances; parts thereof |
4 Digit HSN Code Classification
| HSN Code | HSN Code Title | GST Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 8481 | Pressure-reducing valves | 18% |
8 Digit HSN Code Classification
| HSN Code | HSN Code Title | GST Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 84811000 | Pressure-Reducing Valves | 18% |
| 84812000 | Oleohydraulic or pneumatic valves | 18% |
| 84813000 | Check (Non-return) valves | 18% |
| 84814000 | Safety Or Relief Valves | 18% |
| 84818010 | Other appliances : Taps, cocks and similar appliances of iron or steel | 18% |
| 84818020 | Non-Ferrous Metal Taps, Cocks & Similar Appliances | 18% |
| 84818030 | Industrial Valves | 18% |
| 84818041 | Bicycle inner tube valves | 18% |
| 84818049 | Other appliances : Inner tube valves : Other | 18% |
| 84818050 | Refrigeration/AC Expansion/Solenoid Valves | 18% |
| 84818090 | Other Appliances | 18% |
| 84819010 | Parts | Bicycles Valves | 18% |
| 84819090 | Valves & Taps for Pipes, Boilers & Tanks | 18% |
* GST rates may vary based on the latest GST notifications
Classification of Ball Valves under HSN Code
Ball valves have a rotating ball with a hole that aligns with the pipeline to allow or stop flow. They are commonly used in:
- Water lines
- Gas pipelines
- Industrial fluids
From HSN point of view, ball valves are:
- Flow control devices for pipes and tanks
- Usually made of brass, stainless steel, PVC or other metals
- Often operated by lever or actuator
They remain in the core valve heading even if the body material changes. Only special control valves with additional measuring functions may be classified differently.
The HSN Code for Gate and Check Valves
Gate valves and check valves also fall under the same main heading for valves. The internal design is different, but the basic purpose is to control or restrict fluid flow.
- Gate valves use a gate or wedge that moves up and down
- Check valves have a disc or flap that prevents reverse flow
Different materials like cast iron, stainless steel, or forged steel do not normally change the main HSN, but may be mentioned in the detailed description
GST and Valve Products
Valves are industrial products and usually attract a standard GST rate at the higher slab for engineering goods. For businesses:
- Correct HSN must appear on quotations, purchase orders, invoices and e way bills
- Input tax credit can be claimed on valves used in plant and machinery where allowed
- Contractors and project companies should maintain item wise HSN mapping in their billing software
Always break down your catalogue into separate items for ball, gate, check, butterfly, and other valve types, but keep them within the correct HSN group.
