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# HSN Code 85023910: Steam engine powered generating sets

- [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 |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Other generating sets : Other : Powered by steam engine | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 85023910 ?

It includes Machine Parts for Use with Heading 8501 or 8502

### How much GST applies to Steam engine powered generating sets?

Under HSN 85023910, Steam engine powered generating sets attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Steam engine powered generating sets?

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 Steam engine powered generating sets?

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

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Steam engine powered generating sets?

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 Steam engine powered generating sets?

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

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 85023910 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: < ₹1 Crore — 0.0000% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹2 Cr (+1.67% YoY) — 0.0000% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹1 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #7941 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 8502: 0.01% of its exports; import side 0.14%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 8502: #15 of 15 by export value; import-side #14

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: -39.59% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #8480 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +915.87% in FY 2020-21
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 8502: 0.01% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 85023910

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 | 15.63 | 0.0007% | — | 0.61% | 13.80 | 0.0004% | — | 2.54% | +1.83 | #4412 |
| FY 2019-20 | 4.60 | 0.0002% | −70.57% | 0.18% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −99.20% | 0.01% | +4.49 | #5958 |
| FY 2020-21 | 46.73 | 0.0022% | +915.87% | 1.50% | 2.61 | 0.0001% | +2,272.73% | 0.37% | +44.12 | #3045 |
| FY 2021-22 | 1.65 | 0.0001% | −96.47% | 0.03% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −82.38% | 0.06% | +1.19 | #7518 |
| FY 2022-23 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −71.52% | 0.01% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −76.09% | 0.01% | +0.36 | #8724 |
| FY 2023-24 | Nil | 0.0000% | −100.00% | 0.00% | 1.80 | 0.0000% | +1,536.36% | 0.16% | −1.80 | — |
| FY 2024-25 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 0.01% | 1.83 | 0.0000% | +1.67% | 0.14% | −1.07 | #8480 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports -39.59%/yr, imports -28.59%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 85023910 export-import analysis

### Export decline: -39.59% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 85023910 have declined at a compound annual rate of -39.59% over 7 fiscal years, falling from ₹15.63 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹0.76 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 85023910 ranked #8480 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 85023910 ranks #8480 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 8502, it ranks #15 of 15. By trade surplus, it ranks #7941 of 12657.

### FY 2020-21 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 85023910 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 85023910 was recorded in FY 2020-21, when exports surged by 915.87% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹1.07 Crore in HSN Code 85023910 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹1.83 Cr exceeded exports of ₹0.76 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹1.07 Crore — ranking #7941 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of -28.59% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Steam engine powered generating sets

India's imports under HSN Code 85023910 have grown at -28.59% CAGR, reaching ₹1.83 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 85023910 contributes 0.01% of Sub-Chapter 8502 exports — ranked #15

Among the 15 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 8502, HSN Code 85023910 ranks #15 by export value — accounting for 0.01% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.14% share (rank #14).

## 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)](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 |
| #15 | HSN Code 85023910: Steam engine powered generating sets (this hsn code) | < ₹1 Crore |