About HSN Code 851981
HSN Code 851981 covers Using Magnetic, Optical or Semiconductor Media and attracts a GST rate of 18%. For intra-state supplies, this is split as 9% CGST + 9% SGST. For inter-state supplies, 18% IGST is charged. This code falls under the Machinery & Electronics sector (IT equipment, electrical, industrial machinery).
How to Use HSN Code 851981 on GST Invoices
- Include the HSN code 851981 on every GST invoice for using magnetic, optical or semiconductor media
- 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
Related HSN Codes
- 85191000 — Turntables (record-decks), Record-players, Cassette-players and Other Sound Reproducing Apparatus, not Incorporating a Sound Recording Device Coin or Disc-operated Record-players
- 851920 — Apparatus Operated by Coins, Banknotes, Bank Cards, Tokens or by Other Means of Payment
- 85192000 — Apparatus Operated by Coins, Banknotes, Bank Cards, Tokens or by Other Means of Payment
- 85192100 — Turntables (record-decks), Record-players, Cassette-players and Other Sound Reproducing Apparatus, not Incorporating a Sound Recording Device - Other Record-players: Without Loudspeaker
- 85192900 — Turntables (record-decks), Record-players, Cassette-players and Other Sound Reproducing Apparatus, not Incorporating a Sound Recording Device - Other Record-players: Other
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Last verified: 2026-06-26 · Source: CBIC Master Tariff