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# HSN Code 85016200: Generators: Output 75-375 kVA

- [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 |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| AC generators (alternators): Of an output exceeding 75 kVA but not exceeding 375 kVA | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 85016200 ?

It includes Generators: Output 75,000-1,37,500 kVA

### How much GST applies to Generators: Output 75-375 kVA?

Under HSN 85016200, Generators: Output 75-375 kVA attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Generators: Output 75-375 kVA?

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 Generators: Output 75-375 kVA?

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 Generators: Output 75-375 kVA is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Generators: Output 75-375 kVA; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Generators: Output 75-375 kVA?

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.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 85016200 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹411 Cr (+2.93% YoY) — 0.0112% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹143 Cr (+18.16% YoY) — 0.0024% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹269 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #977 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 8501: 5.58% of its exports; import side 1.10%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 8501: #7 of 46 by export value; import-side #19

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 16.59% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #1166 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +46.55% in FY 2021-22
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 8501: 5.58% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 85016200

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 | 163.83 | 0.0072% | — | 4.62% | 71.34 | 0.0020% | — | 1.09% | +92.49 | #1508 |
| FY 2019-20 | 192.68 | 0.0088% | +17.61% | 4.83% | 33.40 | 0.0010% | −53.18% | 0.53% | +159.28 | #1357 |
| FY 2020-21 | 183.19 | 0.0085% | −4.93% | 4.68% | 47.15 | 0.0016% | +41.17% | 0.82% | +136.04 | #1446 |
| FY 2021-22 | 268.46 | 0.0086% | +46.55% | 5.66% | 52.18 | 0.0011% | +10.67% | 0.64% | +216.28 | #1358 |
| FY 2022-23 | 378.69 | 0.0105% | +41.06% | 6.81% | 104.09 | 0.0018% | +99.48% | 0.98% | +274.60 | #1132 |
| FY 2023-24 | 399.75 | 0.0110% | +5.56% | 6.37% | 120.90 | 0.0022% | +16.15% | 1.09% | +278.85 | #1137 |
| FY 2024-25 | 411.48 | 0.0112% | +2.93% | 5.58% | 142.86 | 0.0024% | +18.16% | 1.10% | +268.62 | #1166 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 16.59%/yr, imports 12.27%/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 85016200 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 16.59% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 85016200 have grown at a compound annual rate of 16.59% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹163.83 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹411.48 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 85016200 ranked #1166 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 85016200 ranks #1166 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 8501, it ranks #7 of 46. By trade surplus, it ranks #977 of 12657.

### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 85016200 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 85016200 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 46.55% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹268.62 Crore in HSN Code 85016200 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹411.48 Cr exceeded imports of ₹142.86 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹268.62 Crore — ranking #977 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 12.27% CAGR signals rising demand for Generators: Output 75-375 kVA

India's imports under HSN Code 85016200 have grown at 12.27% CAGR, reaching ₹142.86 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 85016200 contributes 5.58% of Sub-Chapter 8501 exports — ranked #7

Among the 46 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 8501, HSN Code 85016200 ranks #7 by export value — accounting for 5.58% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 1.10% share (rank #19).

## 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 (this hsn code) | ₹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 |