GST Rates and HSN Code 8517 for Telephone Sets

The global communication industry is important in linking people, and the categorization of telephone sets and other devices is vital for taxation purposes. In India, various telecom equipment including mobile phones, telephone sets, and networking equipment such as Mobile phones, networking devices and other telecommunication equipment GST is already widely accepted in India. Understanding the 8517 HSN code and its corresponding GST rates is beneficial for any business that deals in these products as it ensures compliance with tax regulations.

What is HSN Code 8517?

The HSN Code 8517 applies to telecommunication equipment including telephone sets and wired and wireless communication devices and other networking equipment like routers and modems. The purpose of this classification is to streamline the taxation of these products within the framework of Goods and Services Tax (GST). The mobile HSN code also falls under this category, for businesses that deal in mobile phones and the telecommunications sector.

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8517 HSN Code Description

The description under code 8517 HSN encompasses:

1. Sets of Telephones, plus cordless phones.

2. Mobile devices and smartphones.

3. Other telecommunications equipment such as routers, modems, and network switches.

4. Other components and accessories of telephone instruments like antennas, microphones, and other speakers.

This allocation makes sure that all sellers on these goods are captured under the appropriate tax brackets in line with the set GST rates.

GST Rates for HSN Code 8517

As mentioned before, there are certain goods and services tax rates on telephones HSN code 8517. Different rates apply to mobile phones, landline telephones and networking devices under this code. The following table illustrates the GST rates that apply to different goods under HSN 8517:

HSN Code	Description	Rate Revision	Rate (%)
8517	Telephone Sets, Including Telephones For Cellular Networks Or For Other Wireless Networks: Other Apparatus For The Transmission Or Reception Of Vice, Images Or Other Data, Including Apparatus For Communication In A Wired Or Wireless Network (Such As A Loc	omitted from 12% omitted from 28% 18%	18
851711	Line Telephone Sets With Cordless Handsets	omitted from 12% omitted from 28% 18%	18
85171110	Telephone Sets, Including Telephones For Cellular Networks Or For Other Wireless Networks: Other Apparatus For The Transmission Or Reception Of Vice, Images Or Other Data, Including Apparatus For Communication In A Wired Or Wireless Network (Such As A Local Or Wide Area Network), Other Than Transmission Or Reception Apparatus Of Heading 8443, 8525, 8527 Or 8528 - Telephone Sets, Including Telephones For Cellular Networks Or For Other Wireless Networks	omitted from 12% omitted from 28% 18%	18
85171190	Telephone Sets, Including Telephones For Cellular Networks Or For Other Wireless Networks: Other Apparatus For The Transmission Or Reception Of Vice, Images Or Other Data, Including Apparatus For Communication In A Wired Or Wireless Network (Such As A Local Or Wide Area Network), Other Than Transmission Or Reception Apparatus Of Heading 8443, 8525, 8527 Or 8528 - Telephone Sets, Including Telephones For Cellular Networks Or For Other Wireless Networks	omitted from 12% omitted from 28% 18%	18
851712	Telephones For Cellular Networks Or For Other Wireless Networks	omitted from 12% omitted from 28% 18%	18
85171210	Telephone Sets, Including Telephones For Cellular Networks Or For Other Wireless Networks: Other Apparatus For The Transmission Or Reception Of Vice, Images Or Other Data, Including Apparatus For Communication In A Wired Or Wireless Network (Such As A Local Or Wide Area Network), Other Than Transmission Or Reception Apparatus Of Heading 8443, 8525, 8527 Or 8528 - Telephone Sets, Including Telephones For Cellular Networks Or For Other Wireless Networks	omitted from 12% omitted from 28% 18%	18
85171211	Mobile Phone, Other Than Push Button Type	omitted from 12% omitted from 28% 18%	18
85171219	Mobile Phone, Push Button Type	omitted from 12% omitted from 28% 18%	18
85171290	Telephone Sets, Including Telephones For Cellular Networks Or For Other Wireless Networks: Other Apparatus For The Transmission Or Reception Of Vice, Images Or Other Data, Including Apparatus For Communication In A Wired Or Wireless Network (Such As A Local Or Wide Area Network), Other Than Transmission Or Reception Apparatus Of Heading 8443, 8525, 8527 Or 8528 - Telephone Sets, Including Telephones For Cellular Networks Or For Other Wireless Networks	omitted from 12% omitted from 28% 18%	18
851718	Other	omitted from 12% omitted from 28% 18%	18
85171810	Telephone Sets, Including Telephones For Cellular Networks Or For Other Wireless Networks: Other Apparatus For The Transmission Or Reception Of Vice, Images Or Other Data, Including Apparatus For Communication In A Wired Or Wireless Network (Such As A Local Or Wide Area Network), Other Than Transmission Or Reception Apparatus Of Heading 8443, 8525, 8527 Or 8528 - Telephone Sets, Including Telephones For Cellular Networks Or For Other Wireless Networks	omitted from 12% omitted from 28% 18%	18
85171890	Telephone Sets, Including Telephones For Cellular Networks Or For Other Wireless Networks: Other Apparatus For The Transmission Or Reception Of Vice, Images Or Other Data, Including Apparatus For Communication In A Wired Or Wireless Network (Such As A Local Or Wide Area Network), Other Than Transmission Or Reception Apparatus Of Heading 8443, 8525, 8527 Or 8528 - Telephone Sets, Including Telephones For Cellular Networks Or For Other Wireless Networks	omitted from 12% omitted from 28% 18%	18
85171911	Electrical Apparatus For Line Telephony Or Line Telegraphy, Including Line Telephone Sets With Cordless Handsets And Telecommunication Apparatus For Carrier-Current Line Systems Or For Digital Line Systems; Videophones - Telephone Sets; Videophones: - Oth	omitted from 12% omitted from 28% 18%	18
85171912	Electrical Apparatus For Line Telephony Or Line Telegraphy, Including Line Telephone Sets With Cordless Handsets And Telecommunication Apparatus For Carrier-Current Line Systems Or For Digital Line Systems; Videophones - Telephone Sets; Videophones: - Oth	omitted from 12% omitted from 28% 18%	18
85171919	Electrical Apparatus For Line Telephony Or Line Telegraphy, Including Line Telephone Sets With Cordless Handsets And Telecommunication Apparatus For Carrier-Current Line Systems Or For Digital Line Systems; Videophones - Telephone Sets; Videophones: - Oth	omitted from 12% omitted from 28% 18%	18
85171920	Electrical Apparatus For Line Telephony Or Line Telegraphy, Including Line Telephone Sets With Cordless Handsets And Telecommunication Apparatus For Carrier-Current Line Systems Or For Digital Line Systems; Videophones - Telephone Sets; Videophones: - Oth	omitted from 12% omitted from 28% 18%	18
85172100	Electrical Apparatus For Line Telephony Or Line Telegraphy, Including Line Telephone Sets With Cordless Handsets And Telecommunication Apparatus For Carrier-Current Line Systems Or For Digital Line Systems; Videophones - Facsimile Machines And Teleprinter	omitted from 12% omitted from 28% 18%	18
85172200	Electrical Apparatus For Line Telephony Or Line Telegraphy, Including Line Telephone Sets With Cordless Handsets And Telecommunication Apparatus For Carrier-Current Line Systems Or For Digital Line Systems; Videophones - Facsimile Machines And Teleprinter	omitted from 12% omitted from 28% 18%	18
85173000	Electrical Apparatus For Line Telephony Or Line Telegraphy, Including Line Telephone Sets With Cordless Handsets And Telecommunication Apparatus For Carrier-Current Line Systems Or For Digital Line Systems; Videophones Telephonic Or Telegraphic Switching	omitted from 12% omitted from 28% 18%	18
85175010	Electrical Apparatus For Line Telephony Or Line Telegraphy, Including Line Telephone Sets With Cordless Handsets And Telecommunication Apparatus For Carrier-Current Line Systems Or For Digital Line Systems; Videophones - Other Apparatus, For Carrier-Curre	omitted from 12% omitted from 28% 18%	18
85175020	Electrical Apparatus For Line Telephony Or Line Telegraphy, Including Line Telephone Sets With Cordless Handsets And Telecommunication Apparatus For Carrier-Current Line Systems Or For Digital Line Systems; Videophones - Other Apparatus, For Carrier-Curre	omitted from 12% omitted from 28% 18%	18
85175030	Electrical Apparatus For Line Telephony Or Line Telegraphy, Including Line Telephone Sets With Cordless Handsets And Telecommunication Apparatus For Carrier-Current Line Systems Or For Digital Line Systems; Videophones - Other Apparatus, For Carrier-Curre	omitted from 12% omitted from 28% 18%	18
85175040	Electrical Apparatus For Line Telephony Or Line Telegraphy, Including Line Telephone Sets With Cordless Handsets And Telecommunication Apparatus For Carrier-Current Line Systems Or For Digital Line Systems; Videophones - Other Apparatus, For Carrier-Curre	omitted from 12% omitted from 28% 18%	18
85175050	Electrical Apparatus For Line Telephony Or Line Telegraphy, Including Line Telephone Sets With Cordless Handsets And Telecommunication Apparatus For Carrier-Current Line Systems Or For Digital Line Systems; Videophones - Other Apparatus, For Carrier-Curre	omitted from 12% omitted from 28% 18%	18
85175060	Electrical Apparatus For Line Telephony Or Line Telegraphy, Including Line Telephone Sets With Cordless Handsets And Telecommunication Apparatus For Carrier-Current Line Systems Or For Digital Line Systems; Videophones - Other Apparatus, For Carrier-Curre	omitted from 12% omitted from 28% 18%	18
85175070	Electrical Apparatus For Line Telephony Or Line Telegraphy, Including Line Telephone Sets With Cordless Handsets And Telecommunication Apparatus For Carrier-Current Line Systems Or For Digital Line Systems; Videophones - Other Apparatus, For Carrier-Curre	omitted from 12% omitted from 28% 18%	18
85175091	Electrical Apparatus For Line Telephony Or Line Telegraphy, Including Line Telephone Sets With Cordless Handsets And Telecommunication Apparatus For Carrier-Current Line Systems Or For Digital Line Systems; Videophones - Other Apparatus, For Carrier-Curre	omitted from 12% omitted from 28% 18%	18
85175092	Electrical Apparatus For Line Telephony Or Line Telegraphy, Including Line Telephone Sets With Cordless Handsets And Telecommunication Apparatus For Carrier-Current Line Systems Or For Digital Line Systems; Videophones - Other Apparatus, For Carrier-Curre	omitted from 12% omitted from 28% 18%	18
85175093	Electrical Apparatus For Line Telephony Or Line Telegraphy, Including Line Telephone Sets With Cordless Handsets And Telecommunication Apparatus For Carrier-Current Line Systems Or For Digital Line Systems; Videophones - Other Apparatus, For Carrier-Curre	omitted from 12% omitted from 28% 18%	18
85175094	Electrical Apparatus For Line Telephony Or Line Telegraphy, Including Line Telephone Sets With Cordless Handsets And Telecommunication Apparatus For Carrier-Current Line Systems Or For Digital Line Systems; Videophones - Other Apparatus, For Carrier-Curre	omitted from 12% omitted from 28% 18%	18
85175099	Electrical Apparatus For Line Telephony Or Line Telegraphy, Including Line Telephone Sets With Cordless Handsets And Telecommunication Apparatus For Carrier-Current Line Systems Or For Digital Line Systems; Videophones - Other Apparatus, For Carrier-Curre	omitted from 12% omitted from 28% 18%	18
85176100	Telephone Sets, Including Telephones For Cellular Networks Or For Other Wireless Networks: Other Apparatus For The Transmission Or Reception Of Vice, Images Or Other Data, Including Apparatus For Communication In A Wired Or Wireless Network (Such As A Local Or Wide Area Network), Other Than Transmission Or Reception Apparatus Of Heading 8443, 8525, 8527 Or 8528 - Telephone Sets, Including Telephones For Cellular Networks Or For Other Wireless Networks	omitted from 12% omitted from 28% 18%	18
851762	Machines For The Reception, Conversion And Transmission Or Regeneration Of Voice, Images Or Other Data, Including Switching And Routing Apparatus	omitted from 12% omitted from 28% 18%	18
85176210	Telephone Sets, Including Telephones For Cellular Networks Or For Other Wireless Networks: Other Apparatus For The Transmission Or Reception Of Vice, Images Or Other Data, Including Apparatus For Communication In A Wired Or Wireless Network (Such As A Local Or Wide Area Network), Other Than Transmission Or Reception Apparatus Of Heading 8443, 8525, 8527 Or 8528 - Telephone Sets, Including Telephones For Cellular Networks Or For Other Wireless Networks	omitted from 12% omitted from 28% 18%	18
85176220	Telephone Sets, Including Telephones For Cellular Networks Or For Other Wireless Networks: Other Apparatus For The Transmission Or Reception Of Vice, Images Or Other Data, Including Apparatus For Communication In A Wired Or Wireless Network (Such As A Local Or Wide Area Network), Other Than Transmission Or Reception Apparatus Of Heading 8443, 8525, 8527 Or 8528 - Telephone Sets, Including Telephones For Cellular Networks Or For Other Wireless Networks	omitted from 12% omitted from 28% 18%	18
85176230	Telephone Sets, Including Telephones For Cellular Networks Or For Other Wireless Networks: Other Apparatus For The Transmission Or Reception Of Vice, Images Or Other Data, Including Apparatus For Communication In A Wired Or Wireless Network (Such As A Local Or Wide Area Network), Other Than Transmission Or Reception Apparatus Of Heading 8443, 8525, 8527 Or 8528 - Telephone Sets, Including Telephones For Cellular Networks Or For Other Wireless Networks	omitted from 12% omitted from 28% 18%	18
85176240	Telephone Sets, Including Telephones For Cellular Networks Or For Other Wireless Networks: Other Apparatus For The Transmission Or Reception Of Vice, Images Or Other Data, Including Apparatus For Communication In A Wired Or Wireless Network (Such As A Local Or Wide Area Network), Other Than Transmission Or Reception Apparatus Of Heading 8443, 8525, 8527 Or 8528 - Telephone Sets, Including Telephones For Cellular Networks Or For Other Wireless Networks	omitted from 12% omitted from 28% 18%	18
85176250	Telephone Sets, Including Telephones For Cellular Networks Or For Other Wireless Networks: Other Apparatus For The Transmission Or Reception Of Vice, Images Or Other Data, Including Apparatus For Communication In A Wired Or Wireless Network (Such As A Local Or Wide Area Network), Other Than Transmission Or Reception Apparatus Of Heading 8443, 8525, 8527 Or 8528 - Telephone Sets, Including Telephones For Cellular Networks Or For Other Wireless Networks	omitted from 12% omitted from 28% 18%	18
85176260	Telephone Sets, Including Telephones For Cellular Networks Or For Other Wireless Networks: Other Apparatus For The Transmission Or Reception Of Vice, Images Or Other Data, Including Apparatus For Communication In A Wired Or Wireless Network (Such As A Local Or Wide Area Network), Other Than Transmission Or Reception Apparatus Of Heading 8443, 8525, 8527 Or 8528 - Telephone Sets, Including Telephones For Cellular Networks Or For Other Wireless Networks	omitted from 12% omitted from 28% 18%	18
85176270	Telephone Sets, Including Telephones For Cellular Networks Or For Other Wireless Networks: Other Apparatus For The Transmission Or Reception Of Vice, Images Or Other Data, Including Apparatus For Communication In A Wired Or Wireless Network (Such As A Local Or Wide Area Network), Other Than Transmission Or Reception Apparatus Of Heading 8443, 8525, 8527 Or 8528 - Telephone Sets, Including Telephones For Cellular Networks Or For Other Wireless Networks	omitted from 12% omitted from 28% 18%	18
85176290	Telephone Sets, Including Telephones For Cellular Networks Or For Other Wireless Networks: Other Apparatus For The Transmission Or Reception Of Vice, Images Or Other Data, Including Apparatus For Communication In A Wired Or Wireless Network (Such As A Local Or Wide Area Network), Other Than Transmission Or Reception Apparatus Of Heading 8443, 8525, 8527 Or 8528 - Telephone Sets, Including Telephones For Cellular Networks Or For Other Wireless Networks	omitted from 12% omitted from 28% 18%	18
851769	Other	omitted from 12% omitted from 28% 18%	18
85176910	Telephone Sets, Including Telephones For Cellular Networks Or For Other Wireless Networks: Other Apparatus For The Transmission Or Reception Of Vice, Images Or Other Data, Including Apparatus For Communication In A Wired Or Wireless Network (Such As A Local Or Wide Area Network), Other Than Transmission Or Reception Apparatus Of Heading 8443, 8525, 8527 Or 8528 - Telephone Sets, Including Telephones For Cellular Networks Or For Other Wireless Networks	omitted from 12% omitted from 28% 18%	18
85176920	Telephone Sets, Including Telephones For Cellular Networks Or For Other Wireless Networks: Other Apparatus For The Transmission Or Reception Of Vice, Images Or Other Data, Including Apparatus For Communication In A Wired Or Wireless Network (Such As A Local Or Wide Area Network), Other Than Transmission Or Reception Apparatus Of Heading 8443, 8525, 8527 Or 8528 - Telephone Sets, Including Telephones For Cellular Networks Or For Other Wireless Networks	omitted from 12% omitted from 28% 18%	18
85176930	Telephone Sets, Including Telephones For Cellular Networks Or For Other Wireless Networks: Other Apparatus For The Transmission Or Reception Of Vice, Images Or Other Data, Including Apparatus For Communication In A Wired Or Wireless Network (Such As A Local Or Wide Area Network), Other Than Transmission Or Reception Apparatus Of Heading 8443, 8525, 8527 Or 8528 - Telephone Sets, Including Telephones For Cellular Networks Or For Other Wireless Networks	omitted from 12% omitted from 28% 18%	18
85176940	Telephone Sets, Including Telephones For Cellular Networks Or For Other Wireless Networks: Other Apparatus For The Transmission Or Reception Of Vice, Images Or Other Data, Including Apparatus For Communication In A Wired Or Wireless Network (Such As A Local Or Wide Area Network), Other Than Transmission Or Reception Apparatus Of Heading 8443, 8525, 8527 Or 8528 - Telephone Sets, Including Telephones For Cellular Networks Or For Other Wireless Networks	omitted from 12% omitted from 28% 18%	18
85176950	Telephone Sets, Including Telephones For Cellular Networks Or For Other Wireless Networks: Other Apparatus For The Transmission Or Reception Of Vice, Images Or Other Data, Including Apparatus For Communication In A Wired Or Wireless Network (Such As A Local Or Wide Area Network), Other Than Transmission Or Reception Apparatus Of Heading 8443, 8525, 8527 Or 8528 - Telephone Sets, Including Telephones For Cellular Networks Or For Other Wireless Networks	omitted from 12% omitted from 28% 18%	18
85176960	Telephone Sets, Including Telephones For Cellular Networks Or For Other Wireless Networks: Other Apparatus For The Transmission Or Reception Of Vice, Images Or Other Data, Including Apparatus For Communication In A Wired Or Wireless Network (Such As A Local Or Wide Area Network), Other Than Transmission Or Reception Apparatus Of Heading 8443, 8525, 8527 Or 8528 - Telephone Sets, Including Telephones For Cellular Networks Or For Other Wireless Networks	omitted from 12% omitted from 28% 18%	18
85176970	Telephone Sets, Including Telephones For Cellular Networks Or For Other Wireless Networks: Other Apparatus For The Transmission Or Reception Of Vice, Images Or Other Data, Including Apparatus For Communication In A Wired Or Wireless Network (Such As A Local Or Wide Area Network), Other Than Transmission Or Reception Apparatus Of Heading 8443, 8525, 8527 Or 8528 - Telephone Sets, Including Telephones For Cellular Networks Or For Other Wireless Networks	omitted from 12% omitted from 28% 18%	18
85176990	Telephone Sets, Including Telephones For Cellular Networks Or For Other Wireless Networks: Other Apparatus For The Transmission Or Reception Of Vice, Images Or Other Data, Including Apparatus For Communication In A Wired Or Wireless Network (Such As A Local Or Wide Area Network), Other Than Transmission Or Reception Apparatus Of Heading 8443, 8525, 8527 Or 8528 - Telephone Sets, Including Telephones For Cellular Networks Or For Other Wireless Networks	omitted from 12% omitted from 28% 18%	18
851770	Parts	omitted from 12% omitted from 28% 18%	18
85177010	Telephone Sets, Including Telephones For Cellular Networks Or For Other Wireless Networks: Other Apparatus For The Transmission Or Reception Of Vice, Images Or Other Data, Including Apparatus For Communication In A Wired Or Wireless Network (Such As A Local Or Wide Area Network), Other Than Transmission Or Reception Apparatus Of Heading 8443, 8525, 8527 Or 8528 - Telephone Sets, Including Telephones For Cellular Networks Or For Other Wireless Networks	omitted from 12% omitted from 28% 18%	18
85177090	Telephone Sets, Including Telephones For Cellular Networks Or For Other Wireless Networks: Other Apparatus For The Transmission Or Reception Of Vice, Images Or Other Data, Including Apparatus For Communication In A Wired Or Wireless Network (Such As A Local Or Wide Area Network), Other Than Transmission Or Reception Apparatus Of Heading 8443, 8525, 8527 Or 8528 - Telephone Sets, Including Telephones For Cellular Networks Or For Other Wireless Networks	omitted from 12% omitted from 28% 18%	18
85178010	Electrical Apparatus For Line Telephony Or Line Telegraphy, Including Line Telephone Sets With Cordless Handsets And Telecommunication Apparatus For Carrier-Current Line Systems Or For Digital Line Systems; Videophones - Other Apparatus: Attachments For T	omitted from 12% omitted from 28% 18%	18
85178020	Electrical Apparatus For Line Telephony Or Line Telegraphy, Including Line Telephone Sets With Cordless Handsets And Telecommunication Apparatus For Carrier-Current Line Systems Or For Digital Line Systems; Videophones - Other Apparatus: Subscriber End Eq	omitted from 12% omitted from 28% 18%	18
85178030	Electrical Apparatus For Line Telephony Or Line Telegraphy, Including Line Telephone Sets With Cordless Handsets And Telecommunication Apparatus For Carrier-Current Line Systems Or For Digital Line Systems; Videophones - Other Apparatus: Set Top Boxes For	omitted from 12% omitted from 28% 18%	18
85178090	Electrical Apparatus For Line Telephony Or Line Telegraphy, Including Line Telephone Sets With Cordless Handsets And Telecommunication Apparatus For Carrier-Current Line Systems Or For Digital Line Systems; Videophones - Other Apparatus: Other	omitted from 12% omitted from 28% 18%	18
85179010	Electrical Apparatus For Line Telephony Or Line Telegraphy, Including Line Telephone Sets With Cordless Handsets And Telecommunication Apparatus For Carrier-Current Line Systems Or For Digital Line Systems; Videophones - Parts: Populated, Loaded Or Stuffe	omitted from 12% omitted from 28% 18%	18
85179090	Electrical Apparatus For Line Telephony Or Line Telegraphy, Including Line Telephone Sets With Cordless Handsets And Telecommunication Apparatus For Carrier-Current Line Systems Or For Digital Line Systems; Videophones - Parts: Other	omitted from 12% omitted from 28% 18%	18

The bulk of the merchandise have a deduction of 18% tax under HSN Code 8517, the same tax rate which achieves equity in taxation for all telecommunication devices.

Importance of Telephone Expenses HSN Code for Businesses

Organizations incur a lot when it comes to mobile expenses which include mobile devices, telephone subscription, and other accessories. The use of these phones comes with considerations of a mobile expenses HSN code which is 8517, making it important for companies to track these expenses accurately for the purposes of their tax returns.

Input tax credit - ITC can be retrieved by businesses that purchase telephone sets or mobile devices for official purposes, which assists in managing the overall tax burden and complying with GST regulations. As long as the purchased items serve a business purpose, ITC can be claimed.

Telephone Charges HSN Code and GST Implications

The primary application of the telephone charges HSN code is towards services rather than goods; however, there is a need for businesses to distinguish between taxation on telephone sets and on mounted telephone services. Generally speaking, the rate of GST on telecommunication services provided through mobile internet and other methods is 18% just as with tax for telephone devices under HSN 8517.

Telecom service providers must also pay attention to the proper raising of GST invoices which indicate the different applicable GST rates on the diverse codes allocated to different telecommunication services and devices. This helps to enhance correct tax compliance and accuracy in tax classification to avoid legal repercussions.

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Conclusion

Businesses should note that the 18% GST of the 8517 HSN code includes charges for mobile phones, telephone sets, routers, and other telecommunications networking equipment. As such, proper classification should be done under the HSN 8517 category for these products when buying or selling. It is also critical for a business to comprehend the significance of the telephone expenses HSN code and telephone charges HSN code when compiling their GST documents.

By ensuring that the correct HSN code8537 classification is applied, there is adequate assurance of tax compliance and protection of input tax credit where it exists. It is certainly easier for businesses to manage their accounts because this helps improper understanding of GST rates under this category helps businesses avoid unnecessary tax liabilities and enhances transparency in financial transactions.

For any additional information on HSN 8517, please consult the posting made by the government agency for tax administration or check out Swipe Blogs for the latest updates regarding GST issues.

FAQs

1. What is the GST rate for telephone sets under 8517 HSN code?

The telephone sets under 8517 HSN code are charged an 18% GST rate, applicable to both wired and cordless phones.

2. Does mobile HSN code fall under 8517 HSN code?

The mobile HSN code does fall under 8517 HSN code, which includes mobile phones, smart phones, and other telecom accessories.

3. What products are classified under HSN 8517?

HSN 8517 encompasses telephone sets, mobile phones, base stations, networking devices such as routers and modems, and their components and peripherals.

4. Is the GST charge uniform for all items that come under 8517 HSN code?

Yes, the majority of mobile phones and telephone sets under the 8517 HSN code are taxed at 18% GST.

5. What is the telephone HSN code for landline phones?

The telephone HSN code for landline and cordless telephones is 8517 11 00, attracting an 18% GST rate.

6. Can businesses claim ITC for phone expenses under the heading HSN 8517?

Businesses can claim Input Tax Credit (ITC) telephone expenses HSN code 8517, as long as the purchases are meant for business activity.

7. What is the HSN code related to telephone charges?

Telephone charges HSN code pertains mainly to telecom services which attract tax under the goods and services tax (GST) regime.

8. How is the GST applied when buying mobile phones under the HSN 8517 code?

For mobile HSN 8517, the GST rate stands at 18%, therefore the GST on a phone priced at Rs.20,000 will be equal to Rs.3,600. (Rs.20,000 x 18%)

9. Does HSN 8517 include networking devices such as modems and routers?

Yes, networking devices like modems and routers as well as base stations are placed in the class of HSN 8517 and are charged with the tax rate of 18%.