Silencers and exhaust pipes for cars, buses, trucks and tractors (Mufflers) is classified under HSN heading 8708 (Parts and accessories of the motor vehicles of headings 8701 to 8705). Main codes: 870892 silencers (mufflers) and exhaust pipes, parts thereof; 87089200 silencers (mufflers) and exhaust pipes, parts thereof. GST as on 1 November 2026: 5% or 18%. On B2B invoices, write at least 4 digits of the code (6 digits on every invoice if last year's turnover was above ₹5 crore).
Rates checked on 1 November 2026 · BooksOn HSN dataset v9, compiled from CBIC notifications
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What is the GST rate on Silencers and exhaust pipes for cars, buses, trucks and tractors (Mufflers)?
GST on Silencers and exhaust pipes for cars, buses, trucks and tractors (Mufflers) as on 1 November 2026: 5% or 18%. Which rate applies depends on the exact code and on how it is sold or supplied; each entry below names the CBIC notification it comes from.
Changed with GST 2.0 (22 September 2025): 28% → 18% (8708); 18% → 5% (87089200). Many rate charts online still show the old rate. All GST 2.0 rate changes.
| New GST rate | Old GST rate (before 22 Sep 2025) | Code | What it covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18% | 28% | 8708 | If you sell parts and accessories of motor vehicles of headings 8701 to 8705, other than specified tractor parts, GST is 18%. 9/2025-CT(R), entry 544 |
| 5% | 18% | 87089200 | If you sell silencer assemblies and their parts for tractors, GST is 5%. 9/2025-CT(R), entry 450 |
GST rate on Silencers and exhaust pipes for cars, buses, trucks and tractors (Mufflers) since 1 July 2017
The rate in force in each period, for old invoices, amended returns and audits. Each change came with a CBIC notification; the rate on any exact date is in the app. For an invoice dated around a change: GST rate on a past date.
| From | To | GST |
|---|---|---|
| 1 July 2017 | 17 August 2017 | 28% |
| 18 August 2017 | 21 September 2025 | 18% or 28% |
| 22 September 2025 | today | 5% or 18% |
8708 Parts and accessories of the motor vehicles of headings 8701 to 8705
| Code | Description (as in the tariff) |
|---|---|
870892 | Silencers (mufflers) and exhaust pipes, parts thereof |
87089200 | Silencers (mufflers) and exhaust pipes, parts thereof |
See all 34 codes on the Chapter 87 page.
Which code goes on your GST invoice?
With aggregate turnover up to ₹5 crore in the previous year, write at least the 4-digit code (8708) on tax invoices to registered buyers (B2B; optional on B2C invoices); above ₹5 crore, the 6-digit code that fits (870892) on every tax invoice. The HSN summary in Table 12 of GSTR-1 takes the same digits. Details: invoice rules under Notification 78/2020-Central Tax.
Questions
What is the HSN code for Silencers and exhaust pipes for cars, buses, trucks and tractors (Mufflers)?
Silencers and exhaust pipes for cars, buses, trucks and tractors (Mufflers) is classified under HSN heading 8708 (Parts and accessories of the motor vehicles of headings 8701 to 8705). Main codes: 870892 silencers (mufflers) and exhaust pipes, parts thereof; 87089200 silencers (mufflers) and exhaust pipes, parts thereof. GST as on 1 November 2026: 5% or 18%. On B2B invoices, write at least 4 digits of the code (6 digits on every invoice if last year's turnover was above ₹5 crore).
What is the GST rate on Silencers and exhaust pipes for cars, buses, trucks and tractors (Mufflers)?
As on 1 November 2026, GST on Silencers and exhaust pipes for cars, buses, trucks and tractors (Mufflers) is 5% or 18%, depending on the exact code and how it is sold or supplied (CBIC notification 9/2025-CT(R)). Reference only; check the notification.
Did the GST rate on Silencers and exhaust pipes for cars, buses, trucks and tractors (Mufflers) change in 2025?
Yes. From 22 September 2025 (GST 2.0): 28% → 18% (8708); 18% → 5% (87089200). Source: CBIC Notification 9/2025-CT(R).
What was the GST rate on Silencers and exhaust pipes for cars, buses, trucks and tractors (Mufflers) in July 2017?
On 1 July 2017: 28%.
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Codes and descriptions from the BooksOn HSN dataset (version 9, 2026-11-01), compiled from the Customs Tariff and CBIC notifications. Reference only; see Sources & disclaimer.