Chapter 85 - Electrical machinery and equipment

HS Code 85044090

Power adapters and chargers

Official tariff item: Other

Standard Duty Structure

Duty Component Rate
Basic Customs Duty (BCD) 20%
Agriculture Infrastructure and Development Cess (AIDC) 20%
Social Welfare Surcharge (SWS) 10% of BCD
Integrated GST (IGST) 18%

Source: ICEGATE Trade Guide on Imports. Actual payable duty depends on assessable value, exemptions, preference claims, and product-specific cesses.

Classification Note

This is a residual static-converter line. The exact product type affects the applicable BIS standard.

Common Customs Paperwork

  • Bill of Entry
  • Commercial Invoice
  • Packing List

These are the standard customs paperwork items, not a complete regulatory checklist for every product under this HS code.

Agency Checks To Verify

  • Product-specific BIS standards or compulsory registration may apply.
  • EPR authorisation may apply for covered e-waste categories.

Common Product Examples

Laptop chargers Phone chargers Power adapters SMPS units