HSN code 8520: Magnetic Tape Recorders And Other Sound Recording Apparatus, Whether Or Not Incorporating A Sound Reproducing Device

HSN heading 8520 sits in chapter 85 (Electrical machinery and equipment; sound and television recorders and reproducers; parts). It has 9 8-digit tariff items. On a tax invoice, businesses with turnover up to ₹5 crore show at least the 4-digit code 8520; 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 8520

HSN code	Description
85201000	Magnetic Tape Recorders And Other Sound Recording Apparatus, Whether Or Not Incorporating A Sound Reproducing Device Dictating Machines Not Capable Of Operating Without An External Source Of Power
85202000	Magnetic Tape Recorders And Other Sound Recording Apparatus, Whether Or Not Incorporating A Sound Reproducing Device Telephone Answering Machines
85203200	Other Magnetic Tape Recorders Incorporating Sound Reproducing Apparatus: Digital Audio Type
85203310	Other Magnetic Tape Recorders Incorporating Sound Reproducing Apparatus: - Other, Cassette-Type: Heavy-Duty Tape Recorders
85203390	Other Magnetic Tape Recorders Incorporating Sound Reproducing Apparatus: - Other, Cassette-Type: Other
85203910	Other Magnetic Tape Recorders Incorporating Sound Reproducing Apparatus: - Other : Heavy-Duty Tape Recorders
85203990	Other Magnetic Tape Recorders Incorporating Sound Reproducing Apparatus: - Other : Other
85209010	Other: Compact Disc Recording Apparatus
85209090	Other: Other

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