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# HSN Code 84717050: Storage units : Cartridge tape drive

- [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 |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Storage units : Cartridge tape drive | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 84717050 ?

It includes Duplicating machines

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Storage units : Cartridge tape drive?

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.

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Storage units : Cartridge tape drive?

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 Storage units : Cartridge tape drive?

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 Storage units : Cartridge tape drive?

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

### How much GST applies to Storage units : Cartridge tape drive?

Under HSN 84717050, Storage units : Cartridge tape drive attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 84717050 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹5 Cr (+84.51% YoY) — 0.0001% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹42 Cr (+101.99% YoY) — 0.0007% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹36 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #10004 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 8471: 0.06% of its exports; import side 0.04%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 8471: #17 of 32 by export value; import-side #16

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 61.40% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #6490 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +390.00% in FY 2020-21
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 8471: 0.06% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 84717050

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 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 0.02% | 110.92 | 0.0031% | — | 0.25% | −110.61 | #8518 |
| FY 2019-20 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −3.23% | 0.02% | 99.34 | 0.0030% | −10.44% | 0.22% | −99.04 | #8565 |
| FY 2020-21 | 1.47 | 0.0001% | +390.00% | 0.11% | 61.24 | 0.0021% | −38.35% | 0.10% | −59.77 | #7306 |
| FY 2021-22 | 6.34 | 0.0002% | +331.29% | 0.38% | 69.70 | 0.0015% | +13.81% | 0.08% | −63.36 | #6056 |
| FY 2022-23 | 3.76 | 0.0001% | −40.69% | 0.15% | 20.86 | 0.0004% | −70.07% | 0.03% | −17.10 | #6750 |
| FY 2023-24 | 2.97 | 0.0001% | −21.01% | 0.08% | 20.64 | 0.0004% | −1.05% | 0.03% | −17.67 | #7155 |
| FY 2024-25 | 5.48 | 0.0001% | +84.51% | 0.06% | 41.69 | 0.0007% | +101.99% | 0.04% | −36.21 | #6490 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 61.40%/yr, imports -15.05%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 84717050 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 61.40% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 84717050 have grown at a compound annual rate of 61.40% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹0.31 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹5.48 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 84717050 ranked #6490 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 84717050 ranks #6490 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 8471, it ranks #17 of 32. By trade surplus, it ranks #10004 of 12657.

### FY 2020-21 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 84717050 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 84717050 was recorded in FY 2020-21, when exports surged by 390.00% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹36.21 Crore in HSN Code 84717050 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹41.69 Cr exceeded exports of ₹5.48 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹36.21 Crore — ranking #10004 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of -15.05% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Storage units : Cartridge tape drive

India's imports under HSN Code 84717050 have grown at -15.05% CAGR, reaching ₹41.69 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 84717050 contributes 0.06% of Sub-Chapter 8471 exports — ranked #17

Among the 32 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 8471, HSN Code 84717050 ranks #17 by export value — accounting for 0.06% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.04% share (rank #16).

## 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 |
| #17 | HSN Code 84717050: Storage units : Cartridge tape drive (this hsn code) | ₹5 Cr |