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Headphones attracts 18% GST under HSN code 8518. Calculate the exact tax below.
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Headphones is classified under HSN code 8518 for GST purposes. The Harmonized System of Nomenclature (HSN) code is used to classify goods systematically. This code must be mentioned on GST invoices when billing for headphones.
Headphones, earphones, and audio equipment attract 18% GST since July 2017. This applies to wired and wireless variants including TWS earbuds.
Yes, input tax credit (ITC) is available on headphones for registered businesses. If you purchase headphones for business purposes, the GST paid (18%) can be claimed as ITC against your output tax liability, subject to conditions under Section 16 of the CGST Act.
Here are example calculations showing GST on headphones at 18% for common price points:
| Base Price | GST (18%) | CGST (9%) | SGST (9%) | Total |
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| ₹500 | ₹90 | ₹45 | ₹45 | ₹590 |
| ₹2,000 | ₹360 | ₹180 | ₹180 | ₹2,360 |
| ₹5,000 | ₹900 | ₹450 | ₹450 | ₹5,900 |
| ₹15,000 | ₹2,700 | ₹1,350 | ₹1,350 | ₹17,700 |
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Headphones attracts 18% GST in India under HSN code 8518. For intra-state sales, this is split into 9% CGST and 9% SGST. For inter-state sales, 18% IGST applies.
The HSN code for Headphones is 8518. HSN (Harmonized System of Nomenclature) codes are used to classify goods under GST. This code should be mentioned on all GST invoices.
To add 18% GST on headphones: GST Amount = Base Price × 18/100. Total = Base Price + GST Amount. For example, on ₹2,000: GST = ₹360, Total = ₹2,360.
Yes, registered businesses can claim input tax credit on headphones purchased for business purposes. The 18% GST paid can be offset against your output GST liability, subject to Section 16 conditions of the CGST Act.
Headphones, earphones, and audio equipment attract 18% GST since July 2017. This applies to wired and wireless variants including TWS earbuds.