Stapler HSN Code

Understanding the Stapler HSN Code

The Harmonized System Nomenclature (HSN) code is a global system for classifying goods, vital for taxation and international trade. When it comes to a common office supply like a “stapler,” the HSN code is clearly defined within the chapter for machinery and mechanical appliances used in offices.

Based on the provided data, staplers are classified under Chapter 84: Nuclear reactors, boilers, machinery and mechanical appliances; parts thereof. Specifically, they fall under the heading 8472: “Other Office Machines (For Example, Hectograph Or Stencil Duplicating Machines, Addressing Machines, Automatic Banknote Dispensers, Coin Sorting Machines, Coin Counting Or Wrapping Machines, Pencil-Sharpening Machines, Perforating Or Stapling Machines).  

The specific HSN code for stapling machines mentioned in the data is:

• 84729010: Other Office Machines … Perforating Or Stapling Machines, with a GST rate of 18% (effective 15/11/2017 and 01/07/2017).

This single HSN sub-code covers staplers, categorizing them alongside other office machines like perforating machines. The GST rate for these items is consistently 18%. Therefore, regardless of the size or type of manual or electric stapler used in an office setting, this HSN code is applicable.

It’s important to note that while the data only provides this specific HSN code for stapling machines, industrial staplers or staplers that are parts of larger machinery might fall under different classifications within Chapter 84 or other relevant chapters. However, for standard office staplers, 84729010 is the relevant HSN code.