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# HSN Code 84842000: Mechanical Seals

- [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 8484: Metal gaskets & mechanical seals](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8484/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Mechanical seals | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 84842000 ?

It includes Machines for wafer/boule manufacture

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Mechanical Seals?

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 Mechanical Seals?

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

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Mechanical Seals?

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 Mechanical Seals is sold with other items?

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

### Any common misclassification issue with Mechanical Seals?

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

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 84842000 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹531 Cr (+9.02% YoY) — 0.0144% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹684 Cr (+1.09% YoY) — 0.0113% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹152 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #11112 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 8484: 34.45% of its exports; import side 46.48%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 8484: #2 of 4 by export value; import-side #1

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 14.90% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #961 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +37.29% in FY 2021-22
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 8484: 34.45% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 84842000

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. 8484 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 8484 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 230.94 | 0.0101% | — | 28.20% | 443.27 | 0.0124% | — | 50.63% | −212.33 | #1198 |
| FY 2019-20 | 247.61 | 0.0112% | +7.22% | 30.82% | 389.78 | 0.0116% | −12.07% | 49.97% | −142.17 | #1144 |
| FY 2020-21 | 254.20 | 0.0118% | +2.66% | 34.81% | 396.51 | 0.0136% | +1.73% | 48.08% | −142.31 | #1155 |
| FY 2021-22 | 348.99 | 0.0111% | +37.29% | 34.86% | 530.89 | 0.0116% | +33.89% | 48.21% | −181.90 | #1146 |
| FY 2022-23 | 447.62 | 0.0124% | +28.26% | 34.39% | 597.95 | 0.0104% | +12.63% | 49.30% | −150.33 | #1002 |
| FY 2023-24 | 487.40 | 0.0135% | +8.89% | 34.52% | 676.17 | 0.0120% | +13.08% | 47.51% | −188.77 | #981 |
| FY 2024-25 | 531.37 | 0.0144% | +9.02% | 34.45% | 683.56 | 0.0113% | +1.09% | 46.48% | −152.19 | #961 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 14.90%/yr, imports 7.49%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 84842000 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 14.90% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 84842000 have grown at a compound annual rate of 14.90% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹230.94 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹531.37 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 84842000 ranked #961 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 84842000 ranks #961 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 8484, it ranks #2 of 4. By trade surplus, it ranks #11112 of 12657.

### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 84842000 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 84842000 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 37.29% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹152.19 Crore in HSN Code 84842000 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹683.56 Cr exceeded exports of ₹531.37 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹152.19 Crore — ranking #11112 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 7.49% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Mechanical Seals

India's imports under HSN Code 84842000 have grown at 7.49% CAGR, reaching ₹683.56 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 84842000 contributes 34.45% of Sub-Chapter 8484 exports — ranked #2

Among the 4 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 8484, HSN Code 84842000 ranks #2 by export value — accounting for 34.45% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 46.48% share (rank #1).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 8484

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 84841090: Other gaskets and joints of metal sheeting](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-84841090/) | ₹770 Cr |
| #2 | HSN Code 84842000: Mechanical Seals (this hsn code) | ₹531 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 84849000: Gaskets and Similar Joints](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-84849000/) | ₹135 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 84841010: Asbestos metallic gaskets and packings](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-84841010/) | ₹106 Cr |