HSN code 8601: Rail locomotives powered from an external source of electricity or by electric accumulators.

HSN heading 8601 sits in chapter 86 (Railway or tramway locomotives, rolling stock and parts; track fixtures; traffic signalling equipment). It has 2 8-digit tariff items. On a tax invoice, businesses with turnover up to ₹5 crore show at least the 4-digit code 8601; 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 8601

HSN code	Description
86011000	Rail Locomotives Powered From An External Source Of Electricity Or By Electric Accumulators Powered From An External Source Of Electricity
86012000	Rail Locomotives Powered From An External Source Of Electricity Or By Electric Accumulators Powered By Electric Accumulators

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