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# HSN Code 85021100: Gen Set (Diesel, <=75kVA)

- [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 8502: Electric Generating, Rotary Converters](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8502/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Generating sets with compression-ignition internal combustion piston engines (diesel or semi-diesel engines): Of an output not exceeding 75 kVA | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 85021100 ?

It includes Diesel generator (10,000+ kVA)

### Any common misclassification issue with Gen Set (Diesel, <=75kVA)?

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 Gen Set (Diesel, <=75kVA) is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Gen Set (Diesel, <=75kVA); Nil for exempt items if applicable).

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Gen Set (Diesel, <=75kVA)?

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 Gen Set (Diesel, <=75kVA)?

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.

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Gen Set (Diesel, <=75kVA)?

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 85021100 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹719 Cr (−4.38% YoY) — 0.0195% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹20 Cr (−59.15% YoY) — 0.0003% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹699 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #468 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 8502: 10.88% of its exports; import side 1.54%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 8502: #4 of 15 by export value; import-side #8

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 7.69% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #713 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +106.15% in FY 2021-22
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 8502: 10.88% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 85021100

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. 8502 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 8502 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 460.56 | 0.0202% | — | 18.02% | 17.58 | 0.0005% | — | 3.24% | +442.98 | #693 |
| FY 2019-20 | 421.19 | 0.0191% | −8.55% | 16.07% | 32.60 | 0.0010% | +85.44% | 3.00% | +388.59 | #762 |
| FY 2020-21 | 311.85 | 0.0145% | −25.96% | 10.03% | 28.13 | 0.0010% | −13.71% | 3.97% | +283.72 | #989 |
| FY 2021-22 | 642.87 | 0.0205% | +106.15% | 12.27% | 28.98 | 0.0006% | +3.02% | 3.49% | +613.89 | #679 |
| FY 2022-23 | 860.48 | 0.0238% | +33.85% | 13.12% | 76.66 | 0.0013% | +164.53% | 7.01% | +783.82 | #572 |
| FY 2023-24 | 751.42 | 0.0208% | −12.67% | 12.27% | 48.30 | 0.0009% | −36.99% | 4.39% | +703.12 | #657 |
| FY 2024-25 | 718.50 | 0.0195% | −4.38% | 10.88% | 19.73 | 0.0003% | −59.15% | 1.54% | +698.77 | #713 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 7.69%/yr, imports 1.94%/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 85021100 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 7.69% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 85021100 have grown at a compound annual rate of 7.69% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹460.56 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹718.50 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 85021100 ranked #713 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 85021100 ranks #713 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 8502, it ranks #4 of 15. By trade surplus, it ranks #468 of 12657.

### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 85021100 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 85021100 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 106.15% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹698.77 Crore in HSN Code 85021100 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹718.50 Cr exceeded imports of ₹19.73 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹698.77 Crore — ranking #468 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 1.94% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Gen Set (Diesel, <=75kVA)

India's imports under HSN Code 85021100 have grown at 1.94% CAGR, reaching ₹19.73 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 85021100 contributes 10.88% of Sub-Chapter 8502 exports — ranked #4

Among the 15 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 8502, HSN Code 85021100 ranks #4 by export value — accounting for 10.88% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 1.54% share (rank #8).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 8502

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 85023100: Other Generating Sets \| Wind-Powered](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85023100/) | ₹2,074 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 85021320: Diesel generator (1,000–1,500 kVA)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85021320/) | ₹968 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 85021200: Diesel generator (75–375 kVA)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85021200/) | ₹882 Cr |
| #4 | HSN Code 85021100: Gen Set (Diesel, <=75kVA) (this hsn code) | ₹719 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 85021310: Diesel generator (375–1,000 kVA)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85021310/) | ₹624 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 85022090: Other spark-ignition generators](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85022090/) | ₹301 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Code 85021330: Diesel generator (1,500–2,000 kVA)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85021330/) | ₹258 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Code 85021340: Diesel generator (2,000–5,000 kVA)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85021340/) | ₹252 Cr |
| #9 | [HSN Code 85021350: Diesel generator (5,000–10,000 kVA)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85021350/) | ₹248 Cr |
| #10 | [HSN Code 85023990: Other Generating Sets \| Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85023990/) | ₹145 Cr |