Under which chapter does HSN 8523 fall?

HSN code 8523 falls under Chapter 85 — "Chapter 85" in Section I (General) of the HSN classification.

How many digits are required in HSN code 8523 for GST filing?

For businesses with turnover up to ₹5 Crore, 4-digit HSN is required on B2B invoices. For businesses above ₹5 Crore, 6-digit HSN is mandatory on all invoices. For exports/imports, 8-digit HSN (like 8523) is required.

18% GSTChapter 85HSN Goods

HSN Code for DISCS, TAPES, SOLID-STATE NON-VOLATILE STORAGE DEVICES, SMART CARDS AND OTHER MEDIA FOR THE RECORDING OF SOUND OR OF OTHER PHENOMENA, WHETHER OR NOT RECORDED, INCLUDING MATRICES AND MASTERS FOR THE PRODUCTION OF DISCS, BUT EXCLUDING PRODUCTS OF CHAPTER 37 MAGNETIC MEDIA:

Q: What is the HSN code for DISCS, TAPES, SOLID-STATE NON-VOLATILE STORAGE DEVICES, SMART CARDS AND OTHER MEDIA FOR THE RECORDING OF SOUND OR OF OTHER PHENOMENA, WHETHER OR NOT RECORDED, INCLUDING MATRICES AND MASTERS FOR THE PRODUCTION OF DISCS, BUT EXCLUDING PRODUCTS OF CHAPTER 37 MAGNETIC MEDIA:?

The HSN code for DISCS, TAPES, SOLID-STATE NON-VOLATILE STORAGE DEVICES, SMART CARDS AND OTHER MEDIA FOR THE RECORDING OF SOUND OR OF OTHER PHENOMENA, WHETHER OR NOT RECORDED, INCLUDING MATRICES AND MASTERS FOR THE PRODUCTION OF DISCS, BUT EXCLUDING PRODUCTS OF CHAPTER 37 MAGNETIC MEDIA: is 8523. It falls under Chapter 85 (Chapter 85) of the Harmonised System of Nomenclature as per CBIC guidelines.

OFFICIAL HSN / SAC CODE8523

GST Tax Rate Breakdown

CGST (Central)9.0%

SGST / UTGST (State)9.0%

IGST (Inter-State)18%

Compensation CessNil

CGST Rate (Intra-State Supply)	9.0%
SGST / UTGST Rate (Intra-State Supply)	9.0%
IGST Rate (Inter-State Supply)	18%

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Net Base Price₹10,000.00Before GST

CGST (9.0%)₹900.00Central Tax

SGST (9.0%)₹900.00State / UT Tax

Total Final Payable₹11,800.00Net + 18% GST

Section & Chapter Context

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SECTION IGeneral

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Q1What is the official HSN code for DISCS, TAPES, SOLID-STATE NON-VOLATILE STORAGE DEVICES, SMART CARDS AND OTHER MEDIA FOR THE RECORDING OF SOUND OR OF OTHER PHENOMENA, WHETHER OR NOT RECORDED, INCLUDING MATRICES AND MASTERS FOR THE PRODUCTION OF DISCS, BUT EXCLUDING PRODUCTS OF CHAPTER 37 MAGNETIC MEDIA:?

The official HSN code for DISCS, TAPES, SOLID-STATE NON-VOLATILE STORAGE DEVICES, SMART CARDS AND OTHER MEDIA FOR THE RECORDING OF SOUND OR OF OTHER PHENOMENA, WHETHER OR NOT RECORDED, INCLUDING MATRICES AND MASTERS FOR THE PRODUCTION OF DISCS, BUT EXCLUDING PRODUCTS OF CHAPTER 37 MAGNETIC MEDIA: is 8523 as notified under the GST Tariff by the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC). It is required on tax invoices and e-Way bills for accurate GST compliance.

Q2What is the applicable GST rate for DISCS, TAPES, SOLID-STATE NON-VOLATILE STORAGE DEVICES, SMART CARDS AND OTHER MEDIA FOR THE RECORDING OF SOUND OR OF OTHER PHENOMENA, WHETHER OR NOT RECORDED, INCLUDING MATRICES AND MASTERS FOR THE PRODUCTION OF DISCS, BUT EXCLUDING PRODUCTS OF CHAPTER 37 MAGNETIC MEDIA: (HSN 8523)?

The GST rate on DISCS, TAPES, SOLID-STATE NON-VOLATILE STORAGE DEVICES, SMART CARDS AND OTHER MEDIA FOR THE RECORDING OF SOUND OR OF OTHER PHENOMENA, WHETHER OR NOT RECORDED, INCLUDING MATRICES AND MASTERS FOR THE PRODUCTION OF DISCS, BUT EXCLUDING PRODUCTS OF CHAPTER 37 MAGNETIC MEDIA: under HSN 8523 is 18%. For intra-state transactions within the same state, it is split into 9.0% CGST + 9.0% SGST. For inter-state sales, 18% IGST is charged.

Q3Which chapter does HSN code 8523 belong to?

Q4How do I file GST returns or claim ITC for HSN 8523?

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CGST Rate (Intra-State Supply)

9.0%

SGST / UTGST Rate (Intra-State Supply)

9.0%

IGST Rate (Inter-State Supply)

18%