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# HSN Code 84431700: Gravure Printing Machinery

- [Section 16: Guide to HSN Section 16](https://busy.in/hsn/section-16/)
- [Chapter 84: Nuclear Reactors, Boilers & Machinery](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-84/)
- [Sub-chapter 8443: Printing machinery & accessories](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8443/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Printing machinery used for printing by means of plates,cylinders and other printing components of heading 8442 : Gravure printing machinery | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 84431700 ?

It includes Automatic Document Feeders (Copiers)

### How much GST applies to Gravure Printing Machinery?

Under HSN 84431700, Gravure Printing Machinery attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Any common misclassification issue with Gravure Printing Machinery?

Use the exact HSN and describe the form/grade. For multi‑line invoices, apply the rate per line to avoid wrong tax collection.

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Gravure Printing Machinery?

e‑Way bill is needed above ₹50,000 consignment value (subject to exemptions). e‑Invoicing is turnover‑based (presently AATO > ₹5 crore) for B2B supplies.

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Gravure Printing Machinery is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Gravure Printing Machinery; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Gravure Printing Machinery?

For food/agri items, GST can be 5% when not fresh/chilled and sold as pre‑packaged & labelled; otherwise often Nil. For non‑food items, rates depend on the specific sub‑heading.

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Gravure Printing Machinery?

If your outward supply is taxable, eligible ITC is available subject to general restrictions. For exempt/Nil supplies, reverse credit per Rule 42.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 84431700 (FY 2024-25)

Source: TradeStat EIDB, Ministry of Commerce & Industry. Values in ₹ Crore (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25).

- Exports: ₹132 Cr (+10.33% YoY) — 0.0036% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹262 Cr (+42.41% YoY) — 0.0043% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹130 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #11002 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 8443: 6.58% of its exports; import side 1.61%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 8443: #6 of 60 by export value; import-side #15

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 13.02% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #2321 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +94.36% in FY 2021-22
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 8443: 6.58% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 84431700

7-year export and import data, FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, in ₹ Crore. Source: Ministry of Commerce & Industry, TradeStat EIDB.

| FY | Exports (₹ Cr) | Exp share | Exp YoY | Exp % of Sub-Ch. 8443 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 8443 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 63.13 | 0.0028% | — | 6.96% | 47.24 | 0.0013% | — | 0.44% | +15.89 | #2563 |
| FY 2019-20 | 25.89 | 0.0012% | −58.99% | 2.60% | 100.55 | 0.0030% | +112.85% | 1.08% | −74.66 | #3778 |
| FY 2020-21 | 40.40 | 0.0019% | +56.04% | 5.28% | 86.03 | 0.0030% | −14.44% | 1.17% | −45.63 | #3242 |
| FY 2021-22 | 78.52 | 0.0025% | +94.36% | 7.80% | 111.33 | 0.0024% | +29.41% | 1.14% | −32.81 | #2730 |
| FY 2022-23 | 66.56 | 0.0018% | −15.23% | 5.67% | 105.85 | 0.0018% | −4.92% | 0.80% | −39.29 | #3096 |
| FY 2023-24 | 119.26 | 0.0033% | +79.18% | 8.15% | 183.99 | 0.0033% | +73.82% | 1.29% | −64.73 | #2360 |
| FY 2024-25 | 131.58 | 0.0036% | +10.33% | 6.58% | 262.02 | 0.0043% | +42.41% | 1.61% | −130.44 | #2321 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 13.02%/yr, imports 33.05%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 84431700 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 13.02% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 84431700 have grown at a compound annual rate of 13.02% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹63.13 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹131.58 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 84431700 ranked #2321 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 84431700 ranks #2321 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 8443, it ranks #6 of 60. By trade surplus, it ranks #11002 of 12657.

### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 84431700 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 84431700 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 94.36% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹130.44 Crore in HSN Code 84431700 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹262.02 Cr exceeded exports of ₹131.58 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹130.44 Crore — ranking #11002 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 33.05% CAGR signals rising demand for Gravure Printing Machinery

India's imports under HSN Code 84431700 have grown at 33.05% CAGR, reaching ₹262.02 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 84431700 contributes 6.58% of Sub-Chapter 8443 exports — ranked #6

Among the 60 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 8443, HSN Code 84431700 ranks #6 by export value — accounting for 6.58% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 1.61% share (rank #15).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 8443

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 84433100: Multifunction printing, copying, facsimile machine](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-84433100/) | ₹349 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 84439959: Parts and Accessories for Printing Machinery](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-84439959/) | ₹247 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 84439100: Printing Machinery Parts](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-84439100/) | ₹223 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 84431600: Flexo Printing Machine](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-84431600/) | ₹186 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 84439990: Other Printing Machinery](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-84439990/) | ₹179 Cr |
| #6 | HSN Code 84431700: Gravure Printing Machinery (this hsn code) | ₹132 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Code 84433250: Facsimile Machine](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-84433250/) | ₹114 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Code 84439951: Ink Cartridges with Print Head](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-84439951/) | ₹85 Cr |
| #9 | [HSN Code 84431990: Other Repetitive Printing Machines](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-84431990/) | ₹66 Cr |
| #10 | [HSN Code 84433290: Daisy Wheel Printer](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-84433290/) | ₹65 Cr |