Q3HSN Code 8408
Compression-ignition internal combustion piston engines
Compression-ignition internal combustion piston engines (diesel or semi-diesel engines)
GST rate
| Fixed Speed Diesel Engines of power not exceeding 15HP | 5% |
| Compression-ignition internal combustion piston engines (diesel or semi-diesel engines) | 18% |
| Engines of cylinder capacity exceeding 250 cc | 5% |
Codes under 8408
| Code | Description | GST rate |
|---|---|---|
| 8408 10 | Marine propulsion engines: | Varies |
| 8408 10 10 | Outboard engines | Varies |
| 8408 10 91 | A cylinder capacity not exceeding 100 cc — marine propulsion engines | Varies |
| 8408 10 92 | A cylinder capacity exceeding 100 cc but not exceeding 250 cc — marine propulsion engines | Varies |
| 8408 10 93 | A cylinder capacity exceeding 250 cc — marine propulsion engines | Varies |
| 8408 20 | Engines of a kind used for the propulsion of vehicles of chapter 87: | Varies |
| 8408 20 10 | Cylinder capacity not exceeding 250 cc — engines of a kind used for the propulsion of vehicles of chapter 87 | Varies |
| 8408 20 20 | Engines of cylinder capacity exceeding 250 cc | 5% |
| 8408 90 | Other engines — compression-ignition internal combustion piston engines (diesel or semi-diesel engines) | Varies |
| 8408 90 10 | Stationary engines of cylinder capacity exceeding 50 cc | Varies |
← Chapter 84: Machinery, engines and mechanical appliances
Related HSN codes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HSN code for compression-ignition internal combustion piston engines?
The HSN code for compression-ignition internal combustion piston engines is 8408, under Chapter 84 (Machinery, engines and mechanical appliances).
What is the GST rate on compression-ignition internal combustion piston engines?
It depends on the specific item: fixed speed diesel engines of power not exceeding 15hp is 5%; compression-ignition internal combustion piston engines (diesel or semi-diesel engines) is 18%; engines of cylinder capacity exceeding 250 cc is 5%.
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.