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Verified Category: Machinery

HSN Code 8453

Machinery for preparing, tanning or working hides, skins or leather or for making or repairing footwear or other articles of hides, skins

Current GST Rate
18%
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Official Classification

Under the Harmonized System of Nomenclature (HSN), the code 8453 specifically identifies machinery for preparing, tanning or working hides, skins or leather or for making or repairing footwear or other articles of hides, skins for the purpose of taxation and trade in Bharat. This ensures uniform classification across all Indian states and Union Territories.

Intra-State Split
CGST 9% + SGST 9%
Inter-State Split
IGST 18%

Compliance Check-list

  • Mention HSN 8453 on all Tax Invoices for machinery for preparing, tanning or working hides, skins or leather or for making or repairing footwear or other articles of hides, skins
  • Include in HSN-wise summary of GSTR-1 filings
  • Mandatory for E-way bill generation for goods above threshold
  • Ensure Input Tax Credit (ITC) matches this classification
✨ AI Compliance Insight

Expert Advice for 8453

"Classifying machinery for preparing, tanning or working hides, skins or leather or for making or repairing footwear or other articles of hides, skins correctly is critical to avoid litigation. While the base rate is 18%, always check for anti-dumping duties if importing, especially under the Machinery category. AasanKhata automatically monitors these shifts for you."