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# HSN Code 84716050: Scanners

- [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 : Scanners | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 84716050 ?

It includes Storage Units | Magnetic Tape Drives

### How much GST applies to Scanners?

Under HSN 84716050, Scanners attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

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

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.

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

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

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Scanners?

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.

### Any common misclassification issue with Scanners?

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

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

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 84716050 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹99 Cr (+32.69% YoY) — 0.0027% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹697 Cr (+20.83% YoY) — 0.0115% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹597 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #12000 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 8471: 1.08% of its exports; import side 0.72%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 8471: #9 of 32 by export value; import-side #10

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 2.67% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #2666 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +58.91% in FY 2021-22
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 8471: 1.08% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 84716050

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 | 84.94 | 0.0037% | — | 6.24% | 440.68 | 0.0123% | — | 0.99% | −355.74 | #2205 |
| FY 2019-20 | 57.14 | 0.0026% | −32.73% | 4.54% | 519.80 | 0.0155% | +17.95% | 1.13% | −462.66 | #2698 |
| FY 2020-21 | 47.07 | 0.0022% | −17.62% | 3.64% | 378.81 | 0.0130% | −27.12% | 0.62% | −331.74 | #3038 |
| FY 2021-22 | 74.80 | 0.0024% | +58.91% | 4.51% | 581.21 | 0.0127% | +53.43% | 0.67% | −506.41 | #2791 |
| FY 2022-23 | 107.72 | 0.0030% | +44.01% | 4.21% | 636.93 | 0.0111% | +9.59% | 0.79% | −529.21 | #2437 |
| FY 2023-24 | 74.98 | 0.0021% | −30.39% | 1.96% | 576.52 | 0.0103% | −9.48% | 0.74% | −501.54 | #2967 |
| FY 2024-25 | 99.49 | 0.0027% | +32.69% | 1.08% | 696.61 | 0.0115% | +20.83% | 0.72% | −597.12 | #2666 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 2.67%/yr, imports 7.93%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 84716050 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 2.67% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 84716050 have grown at a compound annual rate of 2.67% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹84.94 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹99.49 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 84716050 ranked #2666 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 84716050 ranks #2666 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 8471, it ranks #9 of 32. By trade surplus, it ranks #12000 of 12657.

### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 84716050 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 84716050 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 58.91% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹597.12 Crore in HSN Code 84716050 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹696.61 Cr exceeded exports of ₹99.49 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹597.12 Crore — ranking #12000 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 7.93% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Scanners

India's imports under HSN Code 84716050 have grown at 7.93% CAGR, reaching ₹696.61 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 84716050 contributes 1.08% of Sub-Chapter 8471 exports — ranked #9

Among the 32 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 8471, HSN Code 84716050 ranks #9 by export value — accounting for 1.08% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.72% share (rank #10).

## 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 (this hsn code) | ₹99 Cr |
| #10 | [HSN Code 84718000: Other units of automatic data processing machines](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-84718000/) | ₹92 Cr |