HSN Code 85018000: Photovoltaic Ac Generators

HSN Code 85018000 represents Photovoltaic Ac Generators under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Photovoltaic Ac Generators correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Code 85018000, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import or export of Photovoltaic Ac Generators.

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Description of Goods for HSN Code 85018000

HSN Code 85018000 relates to the following description.

Description of Goods

Photovoltaic AC generators

Chapter

85 - Electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers, television image and sound recorders and reproducers, and parts and accessories of such articles

Sub Chapter

8501 - Electric motors and generators (excluding generating sets)

CGST

9%

SGST

9%

IGST

18%

CESS

0%

What does HSN Code 85018000 not include?

Photovoltaic Ac Generators does not include products with the following descriptions.

Other DC motors; DC generators: Of an output not exceeding 750 W : DC motors : Micro motor

Other DC motors; DC generators: Of an output not exceeding 750 W : DC motors : Stepper motor

Other DC motors; DC generators: Of an output not exceeding 750 W : DC motors : Wiper motor

Other DC motors; DC generators: Of an output not exceeding 750 W : DC motors : Other

Other DC motors; DC generators: Of an output not exceeding 750 W : DC generators

Other DC motors; DC generators: Of an output exceeding 750 W but not exceeding 75 kW : DC motor

Other DC motors; DC generators: Of an output exceeding 750 W but not exceeding 75 kW : DC generators

Other DC motors; DC generators: Of an output exceeding 75 kW but not exceeding 375 kW : DC motors

Other DC motors; DC generators: Of an output exceeding 75 kW but not exceeding 375 kW : DC generators

Other DC motors; DC generators: Of an output exceeding 375 kW: Of an output exceeding 375 kW but not exceeding 1,000 kW

Other DC motors; DC generators: Of an output exceeding 375 kW: Of an output exceeding 1,000 kW but not exceeding 2,000 kW

Other DC motors; DC generators: Of an output exceeding 375 kW: Of an output exceeding 2,000 kW but not exceeding 5,000 kW

Other DC motors; DC generators: Of an output exceeding 375 kW: Of an output exceeding 5,000 kW but not exceeding 10,000 kW

Other DC motors; DC generators: Of an output exceeding 375 kW: Of an output exceeding 10,000 kW

Other AC motors, multi-phase: Of an output not exceeding 750 W : Squirrel cage induction motor, 3 phase type

Other AC motors, multi-phase: Of an output not exceeding 750 W : Slipring motor

Other AC motors, multi-phase: Of an output exceeding 750 W but not exceeding 75 kW: Squirrel cage induction motor, 3 phase type

Other AC motors, multi-phase: Of an output exceeding 750 W but not exceeding 75 kW: Slipring motor

Other AC motors, multi-phase: Of an output exceeding 750 W but not exceeding 75 kW: Other

Other AC motors, multi-phase: Of an output exceeding 75 kW : Squirrel cage induction motor, 3 phase type

Other AC motors, multi-phase: Of an output exceeding 75 kW : Slipring motor

Other AC motors, multi-phase: Of an output exceeding 75 kW : Traction motor

AC generators (alternators): Of an output exceeding 75 kVA but not exceeding 375 kVA

AC generators (alternators): Of an output exceeding 375 kVA but not exceeding 750 kVA

AC generators (alternators): Of an output exceeding 750 kVA: Of an output exceeding 750 kVA but not exceeding 2,000 kVA

AC generators (alternators): Of an output exceeding 750 kVA: Of an output exceeding 2,000 kVA but not exceeding 5,000 kVA

AC generators (alternators): Of an output exceeding 750 kVA: Of an output exceeding 5,000 kVA but not exceeding 15,000 kVA

AC generators (alternators): Of an output exceeding 750 kVA: Of an output exceeding 15,000 kVA but notexceeding 37,500 kVA

AC generators (alternators): Of an output exceeding 750 kVA: Of an output exceeding 37,500 kVA but not exceeding 75,000 kVA

AC generators (alternators): Of an output exceeding 750 kVA: Of an output exceeding 75,000 kVA but notexceeding 1,37,500 kVA

AC generators (alternators): Of an output exceeding 750 kVA: Of an output exceeding 1,37,500 kVA but not exceeding 3,12,500 kVA

AC generators (alternators): Of an output exceeding 750 kVA: Of an output exceeding 3,12,500 kVA

India’s Trade Performance — HSN Code 85018000 in FY 2024-25

TradeStat EIDB — Ministry of Commerce & Industry FY 2018-19–FY 2024-25 Values in ₹ Crore

India’s Exports

FY 2024-25

< ₹1 Crore

−68.00% vs FY 2023-24

0.0000% of India’s total exports

India’s Imports

FY 2024-25

₹7 Cr

+360.00% vs FY 2023-24

0.0001% of India’s total imports

Trade Balance

FY 2024-25

−₹7 Cr

Trade Deficit

Surplus rank #8802 of 12657 HSN codes

% of Sub-Chapter 8501

FY 2024-25

0.00%

Share of Sub-Chapter 8501’s total exports in FY 2024-25

Import side: 0.05% of Sub-Chapter 8501’s imports

Rank Within Sub-Chapter 8501

FY 2024-25

#46 of 46

Position by export value among HSN codes in Sub-Chapter 8501

Import-side rank: #37 of 46

At a glance

#9843

National Export Rank

of 12657 HSN codes by export value, FY 2024-25

−52.83%

Peak Growth Year

FY 2023-24 · strongest single-year move

0.00%

Contribution to Sub-Ch. 8501

Share of Sub-Chapter 8501 exports in FY 2024-25

India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Code 85018000

7-year export and import data, FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, in ₹ Crore. Source: Ministry of Commerce & Industry, TradeStat EIDB.

FY 2018-19

Balance

0.00

Exports

Nil ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

YoY

0.00% of Sub-Ch. 8501

Imports

Nil ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

YoY

0.00% of Sub-Ch. 8501

FY 2019-20

Balance

0.00

Exports

Nil ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

YoY

0.00% of Sub-Ch. 8501

Imports

Nil ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

YoY

0.00% of Sub-Ch. 8501

FY 2020-21

Balance

0.00

Exports

Nil ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

YoY

0.00% of Sub-Ch. 8501

Imports

Nil ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

YoY

0.00% of Sub-Ch. 8501

FY 2021-22

Balance

0.00

Exports

Nil ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

YoY

0.00% of Sub-Ch. 8501

Imports

Nil ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

YoY

0.00% of Sub-Ch. 8501

FY 2022-23 Exp. Rank #8633

Balance

−1.01

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

YoY

0.01% of Sub-Ch. 8501

Imports

1.54 ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

YoY

0.01% of Sub-Ch. 8501

FY 2023-24 Exp. Rank #9307

Balance

−1.25

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−52.83% YoY

0.00% of Sub-Ch. 8501

Imports

1.50 ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−2.60% YoY

0.01% of Sub-Ch. 8501

FY 2024-25 Exp. Rank #9843

Balance

−6.82

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−68.00% YoY

0.00% of Sub-Ch. 8501

Imports

6.90 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

+360.00% YoY

0.05% of Sub-Ch. 8501

Sub-Chapter 8501 total

reference, FY 2024-25

Export

₹7,369.37 Cr

Import

₹13,027.79 Cr

Trade Balance

−5,658.42

Peak export growth year Latest available data Not available YoY = change vs previous FY

Key Trade Insights: HSN Code 85018000 Export-Import Analysis

Export Snapshot for HSN Code 85018000

India exported ₹0.08 Crore worth of Photovoltaic Ac Generators in FY 2024-25. Multi-year trend data is being compiled for this hsn code.

HSN Code 85018000 Ranked #9843 Among All 12657 HSN codes by Export Value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 85018000 ranks #9843 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 8501, it ranks #46 of 46. By trade surplus, it ranks #8802 of 12657.

FY 2023-24 Was the Strongest Growth Year for HSN Code 85018000 Exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 85018000 was recorded in FY 2023-24, when exports declined by 52.83% over the prior year.

India Records a Trade Deficit of ₹6.82 Crore in HSN Code 85018000 Goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹6.90 Cr exceeded exports of ₹0.08 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹6.82 Crore — ranking #8802 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

HSN Code 85018000 Contributes 0.00% of Sub-Chapter 8501 Exports — Ranked #46

Among the 46 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 8501, HSN Code 85018000 ranks #46 by export value — accounting for 0.00% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.05% share (rank #37).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common queries about HSN Code 85018000 and GST compliance.

What products are classified under HSN 85018000 ?

It includes Diesel generator (5,000–10,000 kVA)

Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Photovoltaic Ac Generators?

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.

Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Photovoltaic Ac Generators?

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

Any common misclassification issue with Photovoltaic Ac Generators?

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

Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Photovoltaic Ac Generators?

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.

How should mixed supplies be billed when Photovoltaic Ac Generators is sold with other items?

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

Important Disclaimer

The above does not constitute professional advice or a formal recommendation. We recommend consulting a professional tax consultant before acting on the information contained in this piece of content.