Q3HSN Code 8541
Semiconductor devices
Semiconductor devices (for example, diodes, transistors, semiconductor-based transducers), photosensitive semiconductor, devices, including photovoltaic cells whether or not assembled in modules or made up into panels, light-emitting diodes (LED), whether or not assembled with other light-emitting diodes (LED), mounted piezo-electric crystals
GST rate
18%
Codes under 8541
| Code | Description | GST rate |
|---|---|---|
| 8541 10 | Diodes, other than photosensitive or light-emitting diodes (LED) | 18% |
| 8541 10 00 | Diodes, other than photosensitive or light- emitting diodes (LED) | 18% |
| 8541 21 | With a dissipation rate of less than 1 w — semiconductor devices (for example, diodes, transistors, semiconductor-based transducers), photosensitive semiconductor, devices, including photovoltaic cells whether or not assembled in modules or made up into panels, light-emitting diodes (LED), whether or not assembled with other light-emitting diodes (LED), mounted piezo-electric crystals | 18% |
| 8541 29 | Semiconductor devices (for example, diodes, transistors, semiconductor-based transducers), photosensitive semiconductor, devices, including photovoltaic cells whether or not assembled in modules or made up into panels, light-emitting diodes (LED), whether or not assembled with other light-emitting diodes (LED), mounted piezo-electric crystals › Other | 18% |
| 8541 30 | Thyristors, diacs and triacs, other than photosensitive devices: | 18% |
| 8541 30 10 | Thyristors | 18% |
| 8541 40 | Photosensitive semi-conductor devices, including photo voltaic cells whether or not assembled in modules or made up into panels; light-emitting diodes (LED) | 18% |
| 8541 40 11 | Diodes, transistors and similar semi-conductor devices; photosensitive semi-conductor devices, including photovoltaic cells whether or not assembled in modules or made up into panels; light emitting diodes; mounted piezo-electric crystals -photosensitive semi-conductor devices, including photovoltaic cells whether or not assembled in modules or made up into panels; light emitting diodes: - photocells: solar cells whether or not assembled in modules or panels | 18% |
| 8541 40 12 | Solar cells, assembled in modules or made up into panels | 18% |
| 8541 40 19 | Diodes, transistors and similar semi-conductor devices; photosensitive semi-conductor devices, including photovoltaic cells whether or not assembled in modules or made up into panels; light emitting diodes; mounted piezo-electric crystals -photosensitive semi-conductor devices, including photovoltaic cells whether or not assembled in modules or made up into panels; light emitting diodes: - photocells: other | 18% |
| 8541 40 20 | Diodes, transistors and similar semi-conductor devices; photosensitive semi-conductor devices, including photovoltaic cells whether or not assembled in modules or made up into panels; light emitting diodes; mounted piezo-electric crystals -photosensitive semi-conductor devices, including photovoltaic cells whether or not assembled in modules or made up into panels; light emitting diodes: light emitting diodes (electro-luminescent) | 18% |
| 8541 40 90 | Diodes, transistors and similar semi-conductor devices; photosensitive semi-conductor devices, including photovoltaic cells whether or not assembled in modules or made up into panels; light emitting diodes; mounted piezo-electric crystals -photosensitive semi-conductor devices, including photovoltaic cells whether or not assembled in modules or made up into panels; light emitting diodes: other | 18% |
| 8541 41 | Light-emitting diodes (LED) | 18% |
| 8541 42 | Photovoltaic cells not assembled in modules or made up into panels | 18% |
| 8541 43 | Photovoltaic cells assembled in modules or made up into panels | 18% |
| 8541 49 | Semiconductor devices (for example, diodes, transistors, semiconductor-based transducers), photosensitive semiconductor, devices, including photovoltaic cells whether or not assembled in modules or made up into panels, light-emitting diodes (LED), whether or not assembled with other light-emitting diodes (LED), mounted piezo-electric crystals › Other | 18% |
| 8541 50 00 | Diodes, transistors and similar semi-conductor devices; photosensitive semi-conductor devices, including photovoltaic cells whether or not assembled in modules or made up into panels; light emitting diodes; mounted piezo-electric crystals other semi-conductors devices | 18% |
| 8541 51 | Semiconductor-based transducers | 18% |
| 8541 59 | Semiconductor devices (for example, diodes, transistors, semiconductor-based transducers), photosensitive semiconductor, devices, including photovoltaic cells whether or not assembled in modules or made up into panels, light-emitting diodes (LED), whether or not assembled with other light-emitting diodes (LED), mounted piezo-electric crystals › Other | 18% |
| 8541 60 | Mounted piezo-electric crystals | 18% |
| 8541 90 | Parts | 18% |
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Related HSN codes
8542Electronic integrated circuits8540Thermionic, cold cathode or photo-cathode valves and tubes8543Electrical machines and apparatus having individual8539Electrical filament or discharge lamps, including sealed8544Insulated (including enamelled or anodised) wire, cable8538Parts of apparatus (headings 8535, 8536, 8537)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HSN code for semiconductor devices?
The HSN code for semiconductor devices is 8541, under Chapter 85 (Electrical machinery and equipment).
What is the GST rate on semiconductor devices?
Semiconductor devices is taxed at 18% GST under HSN code 8541.
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.