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# HSN Code 85016480: Generators: Output 3,12,500 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 750 kVA: Of an output exceeding 3,12,500 kVA | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 85016480 ?

It includes Diesel generator (1,000–1,500 kVA)

### How much GST applies to Generators: Output 3,12,500 kVA?

Under HSN 85016480, Generators: Output 3,12,500 kVA attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Generators: Output 3,12,500 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.

### Any common misclassification issue with Generators: Output 3,12,500 kVA?

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 Generators: Output 3,12,500 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 3,12,500 kVA; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Generators: Output 3,12,500 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.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 85016480 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: < ₹1 Crore (+93.33% YoY) — 0.0000% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹23 Cr (+3,880.70% YoY) — 0.0004% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹22 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #9625 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 8501: 0.00% of its exports; import side 0.17%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 8501: #43 of 46 by export value; import-side #31

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: -43.35% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #9215 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +650.00% in FY 2023-24
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 8501: 0.00% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 85016480

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 | 8.77 | 0.0004% | — | 0.25% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | +8.58 | #5149 |
| FY 2019-20 | 26.22 | 0.0012% | +198.97% | 0.66% | 41.55 | 0.0012% | +21,768.42% | 0.65% | −15.33 | #3768 |
| FY 2020-21 | Nil | 0.0000% | −100.00% | 0.00% | 1.56 | 0.0001% | −96.25% | 0.03% | −1.56 | — |
| FY 2021-22 | 194.88 | 0.0062% | — | 4.11% | 5.47 | 0.0001% | +250.64% | 0.07% | +189.41 | #1673 |
| FY 2022-23 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −99.99% | 0.00% | 1.18 | 0.0000% | −78.43% | 0.01% | −1.16 | #10152 |
| FY 2023-24 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +650.00% | 0.00% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −51.69% | 0.01% | −0.42 | #9590 |
| FY 2024-25 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +93.33% | 0.00% | 22.69 | 0.0004% | +3,880.70% | 0.17% | −22.40 | #9215 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports -43.35%/yr, imports 121.91%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 85016480 export-import analysis

### Export decline: -43.35% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 85016480 have declined at a compound annual rate of -43.35% over 7 fiscal years, falling from ₹8.77 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹0.29 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 85016480 ranked #9215 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 85016480 ranks #9215 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 8501, it ranks #43 of 46. By trade surplus, it ranks #9625 of 12657.

### FY 2023-24 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 85016480 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 85016480 was recorded in FY 2023-24, when exports surged by 650.00% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹22.40 Crore in HSN Code 85016480 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹22.69 Cr exceeded exports of ₹0.29 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹22.40 Crore — ranking #9625 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 121.91% CAGR signals rising demand for Generators: Output 3,12,500 kVA

India's imports under HSN Code 85016480 have grown at 121.91% CAGR, reaching ₹22.69 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 85016480 contributes 0.00% of Sub-Chapter 8501 exports — ranked #43

Among the 46 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 8501, HSN Code 85016480 ranks #43 by export value — accounting for 0.00% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.17% share (rank #31).

## 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 |
| #43 | HSN Code 85016480: Generators: Output 3,12,500 kVA (this hsn code) | < ₹1 Crore |