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# HSN Code 85021320: Diesel generator (1,000–1,500 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 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 exceeding 375 kVA : Of an output exceeding 1,000 kVA but not exceeding 1,500 kVA | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 85021320 ?

It includes Other Generating Sets | Wind-Powered

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Diesel generator (1,000–1,500 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.

### Any common misclassification issue with Diesel generator (1,000–1,500 kVA)?

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

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Diesel generator (1,000–1,500 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.

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Diesel generator (1,000–1,500 kVA) is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Diesel generator (1,000–1,500 kVA); Nil for exempt items if applicable).

### How much GST applies to Diesel generator (1,000–1,500 kVA)?

Under HSN 85021320, Diesel generator (1,000–1,500 kVA) attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 85021320 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹968 Cr (+0.64% YoY) — 0.0263% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹37 Cr (+137.98% YoY) — 0.0006% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹931 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #372 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 8502: 14.65% of its exports; import side 2.87%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 8502: #2 of 15 by export value; import-side #7

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 22.07% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #542 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +96.69% in FY 2021-22
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 8502: 14.65% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 85021320

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 | 292.38 | 0.0128% | — | 11.44% | 8.00 | 0.0002% | — | 1.48% | +284.38 | #1004 |
| FY 2019-20 | 221.30 | 0.0101% | −24.31% | 8.45% | 20.30 | 0.0006% | +153.75% | 1.87% | +201.00 | #1234 |
| FY 2020-21 | 185.33 | 0.0086% | −16.25% | 5.96% | 12.20 | 0.0004% | −39.90% | 1.72% | +173.13 | #1439 |
| FY 2021-22 | 364.52 | 0.0116% | +96.69% | 6.96% | 11.52 | 0.0003% | −5.57% | 1.39% | +353.00 | #1112 |
| FY 2022-23 | 710.11 | 0.0196% | +94.81% | 10.83% | 9.59 | 0.0002% | −16.75% | 0.88% | +700.52 | #690 |
| FY 2023-24 | 961.36 | 0.0266% | +35.38% | 15.69% | 15.51 | 0.0003% | +61.73% | 1.41% | +945.85 | #532 |
| FY 2024-25 | 967.50 | 0.0263% | +0.64% | 14.65% | 36.91 | 0.0006% | +137.98% | 2.87% | +930.59 | #542 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 22.07%/yr, imports 29.03%/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 85021320 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 22.07% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 85021320 have grown at a compound annual rate of 22.07% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹292.38 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹967.50 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 85021320 ranked #542 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 85021320 ranks #542 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 8502, it ranks #2 of 15. By trade surplus, it ranks #372 of 12657.

### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 85021320 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 85021320 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 96.69% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹930.59 Crore in HSN Code 85021320 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹967.50 Cr exceeded imports of ₹36.91 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹930.59 Crore — ranking #372 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 29.03% CAGR signals rising demand for Diesel generator (1,000–1,500 kVA)

India's imports under HSN Code 85021320 have grown at 29.03% CAGR, reaching ₹36.91 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 85021320 contributes 14.65% of Sub-Chapter 8502 exports — ranked #2

Among the 15 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 8502, HSN Code 85021320 ranks #2 by export value — accounting for 14.65% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 2.87% share (rank #7).

## 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) (this hsn code) | ₹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)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85021100/) | ₹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 |