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# HSN Code 84433940: Photocopying Machines

- [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 : Other, capable of connecting to an automatic data processing machine or to a network : Other photocopying apparatus incorporating an optical system | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 84433940 ?

It includes Printing Machinery Parts

### How much GST applies to Photocopying Machines?

Under HSN 84433940, Photocopying Machines attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Photocopying Machines?

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.

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Photocopying Machines?

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.

### Any common misclassification issue with Photocopying Machines?

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

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Photocopying Machines is sold with other items?

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

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Photocopying Machines?

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 84433940 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: < ₹1 Crore — 0.0000% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹11 Cr (+36.58% YoY) — 0.0002% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹11 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #9131 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 8443: 0.02% of its exports; import side 0.07%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 8443: #26 of 60 by export value; import-side #27

### Key metrics

- National export rank: #9028 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: −100.00% in FY 2023-24
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 8443: 0.02% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 84433940

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 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | −0.01 | — |
| FY 2019-20 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | 0.00% | 0.00% | −0.01 | — |
| FY 2020-21 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +3,800.00% | 0.01% | −0.39 | — |
| FY 2021-22 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | 1.79 | 0.0000% | +358.97% | 0.02% | −1.79 | — |
| FY 2022-23 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 0.06% | 2.43 | 0.0000% | +35.75% | 0.02% | −1.70 | #8374 |
| FY 2023-24 | Nil | 0.0000% | −100.00% | 0.00% | 8.31 | 0.0001% | +241.98% | 0.06% | −8.31 | — |
| FY 2024-25 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 0.02% | 11.35 | 0.0002% | +36.58% | 0.07% | −10.96 | #9028 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports —/yr, imports 222.97%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 84433940 export-import analysis

### Export snapshot for HSN Code 84433940

India exported ₹0.39 Crore worth of Photocopying Machines in FY 2024-25. Multi-year trend data is being compiled for this hsn code.

### HSN Code 84433940 ranked #9028 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 84433940 ranks #9028 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 8443, it ranks #26 of 60. By trade surplus, it ranks #9131 of 12657.

### FY 2023-24 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 84433940 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 84433940 was recorded in FY 2023-24, when exports declined by 100.00% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹10.96 Crore in HSN Code 84433940 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹11.35 Cr exceeded exports of ₹0.39 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹10.96 Crore — ranking #9131 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 222.97% CAGR signals rising demand for Photocopying Machines

India's imports under HSN Code 84433940 have grown at 222.97% CAGR, reaching ₹11.35 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 84433940 contributes 0.02% of Sub-Chapter 8443 exports — ranked #26

Among the 60 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 8443, HSN Code 84433940 ranks #26 by export value — accounting for 0.02% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.07% share (rank #27).

## 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](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-84431700/) | ₹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 |
| #26 | HSN Code 84433940: Photocopying Machines (this hsn code) | < ₹1 Crore |