The washing machine hsn code is 8450, covering top load, front load and semi automatic machines, and GST on washing machines is 18%. Machines with a capacity of up to 10 kg of dry linen fall under 8450 1x, and larger ones under 8450 20.
Dishwashers, dryers and commercial laundry machines sit in other headings, and a search for "washer hsn code" may mean a fastener rather than an appliance. This page sorts these out and shows a dealer's bill. The appliance hub is electronics and appliances.
Washing machines: codes and GST rates
Item / HSN / GST- Fully automatic washing machine, up to 10 kg18%Top load and front load
- Semi automatic washing machine with built in dryer18%Twin tub with spin dryer
- Other household washing machines, up to 10 kg18%Other types
- Washing machines above 10 kg18%Commercial capacity
- Washing machine parts18%Drums, motors fitted for washers
- Clothes dryers, household18%Separate tumble dryers
- Commercial laundry machines18%Dry cleaning and ironing machines
- Household dishwashers18%Was 28% before the reform
- Hair dryers18%Electro thermic appliances
- Spring and MS washers (fasteners)18%Not washing machines
Quick facts
HSN heading
8450: household or laundry type washing machinesGST rate
18% (9% CGST + 9% SGST)Capacity split
Up to 10 kg dry linen: 8450 1x; above: 8450 20Rate before the reform
18%Digits to print
4 digits up to Rs 5 crore turnover, 6 aboveCommon wrong code
8451 (that is commercial laundry machinery)
Washing machine hsn code and gst rate table
| Product | HSN | GST |
|---|---|---|
| Fully automatic, top load or front load, up to 10 kg | 8450 11 | 18% |
| Semi automatic with spin dryer, up to 10 kg | 8450 12 | 18% |
| Other, up to 10 kg | 8450 19 | 18% |
| Washing machine above 10 kg | 8450 20 | 18% |
| Parts | 8450 90 | 18% |
| Tumble dryer, household | 8421 12 | 18% |
| Dry cleaning machine, commercial ironing press | 8451 | 18% |
| Dishwasher | 8422 11 | 18% |
8450 hsn code: capacity and type
The first split in 8450 is capacity. Machines that take up to 10 kg of dry linen are 8450 11 (fully automatic), 8450 12 (other with a built in centrifugal dryer, which covers semi automatic twin tubs) and 8450 19 (others). Machines above 10 kg are 8450 20. All are 18%, so a 7 kg front load and a 12 kg top load pay the same tax.
Gst on washing machine and the reform
Washing machines stayed at 18% in the reform. Dishwashers moved from 28% down to 18%, joining washing machines. A washing machine with a taxable value of Rs 28,000 carries Rs 5,040 GST.
Dishwasher and dryer hsn code
Household dishwashers are 8422 11 and commercial ones 8422 19, both 18% now. Separate household clothes dryers are centrifuges under 8421 12. Commercial washing, dry cleaning and ironing machinery for laundries is 8451 at 18%. See kitchen appliances.
Washer hsn code: the fastener
Spring washers, flat washers and MS washers used with bolts are fasteners under 7318 21 and 7318 22 at 18%. They have nothing to do with washing machines. See nuts, bolts and screws.
Appliance dealer's bill
Dealer bill inside the state: Front load washing machine 8 kg, HSN 8450 11, 1 piece, taxable value Rs 32,000. CGST 9% Rs 2,880. SGST 9% Rs 2,880. Total Rs 37,760.
Installation and demo visits included free are part of the sale. Repair visits and annual maintenance are services at 18% under SAC 998715; see repair and maintenance.
Hair dryer hsn code
Hair dryers are electro thermic hairdressing appliances under 8516 31 at 18%. They are not laundry dryers.
Washing machine gst rate for laundries and hostels
Laundries, hotels and hostels that run taxable services may claim the GST paid on their washing machines as credit. A laundry charging customers for washing and ironing supplies a service at 18%, or at the rate set for that service in the notification. Commercial machines above 10 kg are 8450 20, and industrial ironing presses are 8451.
Laundry appliance codes here follow the general structure of heading 8450. Capacity and type decide the line, so compare the product with the GST portal entry and ask a GST practitioner or chartered accountant about commercial laundry equipment.
Frequently asked questions
What is the GST rate on washing machines?
Washing machines under 8450 are taxed at 18%.
What is the washing machine hsn code?
Washing machines are 8450, such as 8450 11 for fully automatic machines up to 10 kg.
What is the dishwasher hsn code?
Household dishwashers are 8422 11, at 18%.
What is the spring washer hsn code?
Spring washers are fasteners under 7318 21, at 18%.
What is the hair dryer hsn code?
Hair dryers are 8516 31, at 18%.