Data Cable & Charging CableHSN Code & GST Rate
The HSN code for data cable & charging cable is 8544, and the GST rate is 18%.
Insulated wire and cable including USB, charging, HDMI and extension cables.
HSN code
8544
GST rate
18%
The mistake sellers make with 8544
A cable is 8544; the wall adapter it plugs into is 8504. Sellers listing 'charger' as one product are usually selling both, and the two carry different headings even though the current GST rate happens to match. Rates change independently, so getting the code right now protects you later.
Where 8544 splits
The 4-digit heading is what most sellers report, but it divides further. If you report 6 or 8 digits, these are the branches under 8544:
| Code | Covers |
|---|---|
| 8544 42 | Other electric conductors fitted with connectors |
| 8544 49 | Other electric conductors, not fitted with connectors |
| 8544 60 | Other electric conductors for voltage exceeding 1000V |
What this looks like on an invoice
| Taxable value | ₹249.00 |
|---|---|
| CGST @ 9% | ₹22.41 |
| SGST @ 9% | ₹22.41 |
| Invoice total | ₹293.82 |
A ₹249 Type-C data cable sold within your state. On an interstate sale the same ₹44.82 is charged as a single IGST line instead of the CGST/SGST split.
Selling this on a marketplace
Cable listings often specify length variants. Length does not affect classification — one code across the range.
Once the code is settled, the GST calculator will add or remove GST from any price, and the profit calculators show what you actually keep after marketplace fees.
If a rate you found elsewhere does not match this page, check the date on it. The 12% and 28% slabs were removed on 22 September 2025 — see the full before-and-after slab table.
Common questions
What is the HSN code for data cable & charging cable?+
The HSN code for data cable & charging cable is 8544, and the GST rate is 18%. Insulated wire and cable including USB, charging, HDMI and extension cables.
What is the GST rate on data cable & charging cable?+
Under the slab structure effective 22 September 2025, data cable & charging cable under HSN 8544 attracts 18% GST. On a sale within your own state this splits into CGST and SGST at half each; on an interstate sale it is charged as a single IGST amount.
What is the most common mistake with HSN 8544?+
A cable is 8544; the wall adapter it plugs into is 8504. Sellers listing 'charger' as one product are usually selling both, and the two carry different headings even though the current GST rate happens to match. Rates change independently, so getting the code right now protects you later.
How many digits of HSN should I put on my invoice?+
8544 is the 4-digit heading. Depending on your turnover you may need to report 6 or 8 digits, and exports need the full 8-digit tariff item. Check the current requirement for your turnover band on the GST portal.
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