Q3HSN Code 8533
Electrical resistors
Electrical resistors (including rheostats and potentiometers), other than heating resistors
GST rate
18%
Codes under 8533
| Code | Description | GST rate |
|---|---|---|
| 8533 10 | Fixed carbon resistors, composition or film types | 18% |
| 8533 21 | For a power handling capacity not exceeding 20 w — electrical resistors (including rheostats and potentiometers), other than heating resistors | 18% |
| 8533 21 11 | Nichrome — electrical resistors (including rheostats and potentiometers), other than heating resistors | 18% |
| 8533 21 21 | Nichrome — electrical resistors (including rheostats and potentiometers), other than heating resistors | 18% |
| 8533 29 | Electrical resistors (including rheostats and potentiometers), other than heating resistors › Other | 18% |
| 8533 29 11 | Nichrome — electrical resistors (including rheostats and potentiometers), other than heating resistors | 18% |
| 8533 29 21 | Nichrome — electrical resistors (including rheostats and potentiometers), other than heating resistors | 18% |
| 8533 31 | For a power handling capacity not exceeding 20 w — electrical resistors (including rheostats and potentiometers), other than heating resistors | 18% |
| 8533 31 10 | Potentiometers | 18% |
| 8533 31 20 | Rheostats | 18% |
| 8533 39 | Electrical resistors (including rheostats and potentiometers), other than heating resistors › Other | 18% |
| 8533 39 10 | Potentiometers | 18% |
| 8533 39 20 | Rheostats | 18% |
| 8533 40 | Other variable resistors, including rheostats and potentiometers — electrical resistors (including rheostats and potentiometers), other than heating resistors | 18% |
| 8533 40 10 | Potentiometers | 18% |
| 8533 40 20 | Rheostats | 18% |
| 8533 40 30 | Thermistors | 18% |
| 8533 90 | Parts | 18% |
← Chapter 85: Electrical machinery and equipment
Related HSN codes
8534Printed circuits8532Electrical capacitors, fixed, variable or adjustable8535Electrical apparatus for switching or protecting electrical8531Electric sound or visual signalling apparatus8536Electrical apparatus for switching or protecting electrical8530Electrical signalling, safety or traffic control equipment
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HSN code for electrical resistors?
The HSN code for electrical resistors is 8533, under Chapter 85 (Electrical machinery and equipment).
What is the GST rate on electrical resistors?
Electrical resistors is taxed at 18% GST under HSN code 8533.
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.