Q3HSN Code 8446
Machines for preparing textile fibres, spinning, doubling
Machines for preparing textile fibres, spinning, doubling or twisting machines and other machinery for producing textile yarns, textile reeling or winding (including weft-winding machines and machines for preparing textile yarns for use on the machines of heading 8446 or 8446
GST rate
Rate depends on the exact product — see Notification 9/2025-Central Tax (Rate) and Notification 10/2025-Central Tax (Rate).
Codes under 8446
| Code | Description | GST rate |
|---|---|---|
| 8446 10 | For weaving fabrics of a width not exceeding 29 — machines for preparing textile fibres, spinning, doubling or twisting machines and other machinery for producing textile yarns, textile reeling or winding (including weft-winding machines and machines for preparing textile yarns for use on the machines of heading 8446 or 8446 | Varies |
| 8446 10 11 | Automatic, powerloom | Varies |
| 8446 10 12 | Plain, powerloom | Varies |
| 8446 21 | Power looms: | Varies |
| 8446 21 10 | Cotton weaving machines, automatic | Varies |
| 8446 29 | Machines for preparing textile fibres, spinning, doubling or twisting machines and other machinery for producing textile yarns, textile reeling or winding (including weft-winding machines and machines for preparing textile yarns for use on the machines of heading 8446 or 8446 › Other | Varies |
| 8446 29 10 | Cotton weaving machines | Varies |
| 8446 30 | For weaving fabrics of a width exceeding 30 cm, shuttleless type — machines for preparing textile fibres, spinning, doubling or twisting machines and other machinery for producing textile yarns, textile reeling or winding (including weft-winding machines and machines for preparing textile yarns for use on the machines of heading 8446 or 8446 | Varies |
| 8446 30 11 | Automatic, powerloom | Varies |
| 8446 30 12 | Plain, powerloom | Varies |
← Chapter 84: Machinery, engines and mechanical appliances
Related HSN codes
8447Knitting machines, stitch-bonding machines and machines8445Machines for preparing textile fibres, spinning, doubling8448Auxiliary machinery for use with machines of heading 84448444Machines for extruding, drawing, texturing or cutting8449Auxiliary machinery for use with machines of heading 84448443Printing machinery used for printing by means of plates
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HSN code for machines for preparing textile fibres, spinning, doubling?
The HSN code for machines for preparing textile fibres, spinning, doubling is 8446, under Chapter 84 (Machinery, engines and mechanical appliances).
What is the GST rate on machines for preparing textile fibres, spinning, doubling?
It depends on the exact product under HSN code 8446; see 9/2025-Central Tax (Rate) and 10/2025-Central Tax (Rate).
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 Notifications No. 9/2025-Central Tax (Rate) and 10/2025-Central Tax (Rate), as amended, as of 7 October 2026. For guidance only — verify with your tax advisor.