About HSN Code 8511
HSN Code 8511 covers Electrical Ignition or Starting Equipment of a Kind Used for Spark-ignition or Compression-ignition Internal Combustion Engines (for Example, Ignition Magnetos, Magneto-dynamos, Ignition Coils, Sparking Plugs and Glow Plugs, Starter Motors), Generators (for Example, Dynamos, Alternators) and Cut-outs of a Kind Used in Conjunction with Such Engines and attracts a GST rate of 28%. For intra-state supplies, this is split as 14% CGST + 14% SGST. For inter-state supplies, 28% IGST is charged. This code falls under the Machinery & Electronics sector (IT equipment, electrical, industrial machinery).
How to Use HSN Code 8511 on GST Invoices
- Include the HSN code 8511 on every GST invoice for electrical ignition or starting equipment of a kind used for spark-ignition or compression-ignition internal combustion engines (for example, ignition magnetos, magneto-dynamos, ignition coils, sparking plugs and glow plugs, starter motors), generators (for example, dynamos, alternators) and cut-outs of a kind used in conjunction with such engines
- 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