About HSN Code 8201
HSN Code 8201 covers Hand Tools, the Following: Spades, Shovels, Mattocks, Picks, Hoes, Forks and Rakes; Axes, Bill Hooks and Similar Hewing Tools; Secateurs and Pruners of Any Kind; Scythes, Sickles, Hay Knives, Hedge Shears, Timber Wedges and Other Tools of a Kind Used in Agriculture, Horticulture or Forestry and attracts a GST rate of 0%. This category is exempt from GST (0% rate). This code falls under the Metals & Hardware sector (Steel trader, hardware shop, aluminium).
How to Use HSN Code 8201 on GST Invoices
- Include the HSN code 8201 on every GST invoice for hand tools, the following: spades, shovels, mattocks, picks, hoes, forks and rakes; axes, bill hooks and similar hewing tools; secateurs and pruners of any kind; scythes, sickles, hay knives, hedge shears, timber wedges and other tools of a kind used in agriculture, horticulture or forestry
- Businesses with turnover above ₹5 crore must use 6-digit HSN codes
- Turnover between ₹1.5–5 crore: 4-digit codes are sufficient
- The HSN code must match the product/service description on your invoice
- Incorrect HSN codes can lead to GST notices and ITC mismatches
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Last verified: 2026-06-26 · Source: CBIC Master Tariff