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 or leather, other than sewing machines

HSN heading 8453 sits in chapter 84 (Nuclear reactors, boilers, machinery and mechanical appliances; parts thereof). It has 5 8-digit tariff items. On a tax invoice, businesses with turnover up to ₹5 crore show at least the 4-digit code 8453; above ₹5 crore, the 6-digit sub-heading.

⚠️About GST rates: GST rates on many goods changed from 22 September 2025, when most items moved to the 5% and 18% slabs and a few to 40%. This finder lists codes and descriptions only — confirm the rate for your item in the current CBIC rate notification before you invoice.

8-digit tariff items under 8453

HSN code	Description
84531000	Machinery For Preparing, Tanning Or Workinghides, Skins Or Leather…
84532000	Machinery For Making Or Repairing Footwear
84538000	Other Machinery
84539010	Parts : Of Boot And Shoe Manufacturing Machinery
84539090	Parts : Other

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