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# HSN Code 84716040: Keyboard

- [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 8471: Data processing machines & readers](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8471/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Input or output units, whether or not containing storage units in the same housing : Keyboard | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 84716040 ?

It includes Storage units: Removable disc drives

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Keyboard?

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

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Keyboard?

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 Keyboard?

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 Keyboard?

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 Keyboard is sold with other items?

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

### How much GST applies to Keyboard?

Under HSN 84716040, Keyboard attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 84716040 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹13 Cr (+53.73% YoY) — 0.0004% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹1,082 Cr (+25.43% YoY) — 0.0178% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹1,069 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #12232 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 8471: 0.14% of its exports; import side 1.12%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 8471: #15 of 32 by export value; import-side #8

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 11.01% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #5452 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +117.53% in FY 2020-21
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 8471: 0.14% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 84716040

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. 8471 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 8471 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 6.94 | 0.0003% | — | 0.51% | 455.34 | 0.0127% | — | 1.02% | −448.40 | #5441 |
| FY 2019-20 | 8.50 | 0.0004% | +22.48% | 0.67% | 468.53 | 0.0140% | +2.90% | 1.02% | −460.03 | #5219 |
| FY 2020-21 | 18.49 | 0.0009% | +117.53% | 1.43% | 657.52 | 0.0226% | +40.34% | 1.08% | −639.03 | #4295 |
| FY 2021-22 | 7.61 | 0.0002% | −58.84% | 0.46% | 879.60 | 0.0192% | +33.78% | 1.02% | −871.99 | #5836 |
| FY 2022-23 | 5.39 | 0.0001% | −29.17% | 0.21% | 821.84 | 0.0143% | −6.57% | 1.02% | −816.45 | #6381 |
| FY 2023-24 | 8.45 | 0.0002% | +56.77% | 0.22% | 862.37 | 0.0154% | +4.93% | 1.11% | −853.92 | #5934 |
| FY 2024-25 | 12.99 | 0.0004% | +53.73% | 0.14% | 1,081.71 | 0.0178% | +25.43% | 1.12% | −1,068.72 | #5452 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 11.01%/yr, imports 15.51%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 84716040 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 11.01% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 84716040 have grown at a compound annual rate of 11.01% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹6.94 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹12.99 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 84716040 ranked #5452 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 84716040 ranks #5452 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 8471, it ranks #15 of 32. By trade surplus, it ranks #12232 of 12657.

### FY 2020-21 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 84716040 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 84716040 was recorded in FY 2020-21, when exports surged by 117.53% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹1,068.72 Crore in HSN Code 84716040 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹1,081.71 Cr exceeded exports of ₹12.99 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹1,068.72 Crore — ranking #12232 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 15.51% CAGR signals rising demand for Keyboard

India's imports under HSN Code 84716040 have grown at 15.51% CAGR, reaching ₹1,081.71 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 84716040 contributes 0.14% of Sub-Chapter 8471 exports — ranked #15

Among the 32 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 8471, HSN Code 84716040 ranks #15 by export value — accounting for 0.14% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 1.12% share (rank #8).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 8471

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 84715000: Processing Units Excluding Sub-headings 8471 41 and 8471 49](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-84715000/) | ₹4,781 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 84713010: Portable Automatic Data Processing Machines (Personal Computers)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-84713010/) | ₹2,548 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 84713090: Other Portable Automatic Data Processing Machines](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-84713090/) | ₹622 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 84714900: Other Automatic Data Processing Machines: System Form](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-84714900/) | ₹441 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 84719000: Parts for Automatic Data Processing Machines](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-84719000/) | ₹132 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 84717090: Storage Units \| Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-84717090/) | ₹131 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Code 84714190: X.25 Pads](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-84714190/) | ₹125 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Code 84717020: Storage units : Hard disc drives](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-84717020/) | ₹102 Cr |
| #9 | [HSN Code 84716050: Scanners](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-84716050/) | ₹99 Cr |
| #10 | [HSN Code 84718000: Other units of automatic data processing machines](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-84718000/) | ₹92 Cr |
| #15 | HSN Code 84716040: Keyboard (this hsn code) | ₹13 Cr |