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# HSN Code 85011012: Stepper motors

- [Section 16: Guide to HSN Section 16](https://busy.in/hsn/section-16/)
- [Chapter 85: Electrical Machinery Equipment](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-85/)
- [Sub-chapter 8501: Electric motors](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8501/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Motors of an output not exceeding 37.5 W : DC motor : Stepper motor | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 85011012 ?

It includes DC Wiper Motors (≤750W)

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Stepper motors?

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 Stepper motors?

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 Stepper motors is sold with other items?

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

### How much GST applies to Stepper motors?

Under HSN 85011012, Stepper motors attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Stepper motors?

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 85011012 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹118 Cr (−15.22% YoY) — 0.0032% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹434 Cr (+26.78% YoY) — 0.0071% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹316 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #11620 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 8501: 1.60% of its exports; import side 3.33%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 8501: #18 of 46 by export value; import-side #8

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: -4.33% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #2452 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +19.13% in FY 2022-23
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 8501: 1.60% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 85011012

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. 8501 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 8501 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 154.24 | 0.0068% | — | 4.35% | 35.55 | 0.0010% | — | 0.54% | +118.69 | #1560 |
| FY 2019-20 | 128.67 | 0.0058% | −16.58% | 3.22% | 67.51 | 0.0020% | +89.90% | 1.06% | +61.16 | #1730 |
| FY 2020-21 | 128.96 | 0.0060% | +0.23% | 3.29% | 109.70 | 0.0038% | +62.49% | 1.90% | +19.26 | #1810 |
| FY 2021-22 | 150.72 | 0.0048% | +16.87% | 3.18% | 138.67 | 0.0030% | +26.41% | 1.71% | +12.05 | #1938 |
| FY 2022-23 | 179.56 | 0.0050% | +19.13% | 3.23% | 245.04 | 0.0043% | +76.71% | 2.32% | −65.48 | #1842 |
| FY 2023-24 | 139.50 | 0.0039% | −22.31% | 2.22% | 342.27 | 0.0061% | +39.68% | 3.10% | −202.77 | #2189 |
| FY 2024-25 | 118.27 | 0.0032% | −15.22% | 1.60% | 433.92 | 0.0071% | +26.78% | 3.33% | −315.65 | #2452 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports -4.33%/yr, imports 51.74%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 85011012 export-import analysis

### Export decline: -4.33% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 85011012 have declined at a compound annual rate of -4.33% over 7 fiscal years, falling from ₹154.24 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹118.27 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 85011012 ranked #2452 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 85011012 ranks #2452 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 8501, it ranks #18 of 46. By trade surplus, it ranks #11620 of 12657.

### FY 2022-23 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 85011012 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 85011012 was recorded in FY 2022-23, when exports surged by 19.13% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹315.65 Crore in HSN Code 85011012 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹433.92 Cr exceeded exports of ₹118.27 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹315.65 Crore — ranking #11620 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 51.74% CAGR signals rising demand for Stepper motors

India's imports under HSN Code 85011012 have grown at 51.74% CAGR, reaching ₹433.92 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 85011012 contributes 1.60% of Sub-Chapter 8501 exports — ranked #18

Among the 46 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 8501, HSN Code 85011012 ranks #18 by export value — accounting for 1.60% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 3.33% share (rank #8).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 8501

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 85015310: Other Electric Motors (≤37.5 W)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85015310/) | ₹689 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 85015210: 3-Phase Squirrel Cage Motor (0.75-75kW)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85015210/) | ₹655 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 85014010: AC motors: Fractional horse power](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85014010/) | ₹612 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 85016430: Generators: Output 5,000-15,000 kVA](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85016430/) | ₹443 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 85011019: DC motors: Other (<= 37.5W)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85011019/) | ₹426 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 85011011: DC Micro motor](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85011011/) | ₹419 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Code 85016200: Generators: Output 75-375 kVA](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85016200/) | ₹411 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Code 85016420: Generators: Output 2,000-5,000 kVA](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85016420/) | ₹410 Cr |
| #9 | [HSN Code 85016100: AC generators: Not exceeding 75 kVA](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85016100/) | ₹337 Cr |
| #10 | [HSN Code 85013210: DC Motor (>750W-75kW)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85013210/) | ₹302 Cr |
| #18 | HSN Code 85011012: Stepper motors (this hsn code) | ₹118 Cr |