Q3HSN Code 8208
Knives and cutting blades, for machines or for mechanical
Knives and cutting blades, for machines or for mechanical appliances
GST rate
18%
Codes under 8208
| Code | Description | GST rate |
|---|---|---|
| 8208 10 | For metal working — knives and cutting blades, for machines or for mechanical appliances | 18% |
| 8208 20 | For wood working — knives and cutting blades, for machines or for mechanical appliances | 18% |
| 8208 30 | For kitchen appliances or for machines used by the food industry — knives and cutting blades, for machines or for mechanical appliances | 18% |
| 8208 40 | For agricultural, horticultural or forestry machines — knives and cutting blades, for machines or for mechanical appliances | 18% |
| 8208 90 | Knives and cutting blades, for machines or for mechanical appliances › Other | 18% |
| 8208 90 10 | Knives and cutting blades for paper cutting machines | 18% |
| 8208 90 20 | Bell skiving knives | 18% |
| 8208 90 30 | Band knives for splitting machine | 18% |
| 8208 90 40 | Cutting and clicking dies | 18% |
← Chapter 82: Knives, tools, cutlery and hand implements
Related HSN codes
8209Plates, sticks, tips and the like for tools, unmounted8207Interchangeable tools for hand tools8210Hand-operated mechanical appliances, weighing 10 kg8206Tools of two or more of the headings 8202 to 8205, put up8211Knives with cutting blades, serrated or not8205Hand tools (including glaziers' diamonds), not elsewhere
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HSN code for knives and cutting blades, for machines or for mechanical?
The HSN code for knives and cutting blades, for machines or for mechanical is 8208, under Chapter 82 (Knives, tools, cutlery and hand implements).
What is the GST rate on knives and cutting blades, for machines or for mechanical?
Knives and cutting blades, for machines or for mechanical is taxed at 18% GST under HSN code 8208.
How many digits of the HSN code go on a GST invoice?
It depends on your turnover in the previous financial year: businesses above ₹5 crore generally show 6 digits (8 for certain specified goods), and smaller businesses show 4 digits on B2B invoices. Check the current e-invoicing/HSN notification for the exact threshold that applies to you.
Rates as per Notification No. 9/2025-Central Tax (Rate), as amended, as of 7 October 2026. For guidance only — verify with your tax advisor.