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# HSN Code 85041010: Ballasts for lamps

- [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 8504: Clad metals](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8504/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Ballasts for discharge lamps or tubes : Conventional type | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 85041010 ?

It includes Transformers (>100,000 kVA, <=250,000 kVA)

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Ballasts for lamps?

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

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Ballasts for lamps?

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 Ballasts for lamps?

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 Ballasts for lamps is sold with other items?

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

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Ballasts for lamps?

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 85041010 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹84 Cr (−9.10% YoY) — 0.0023% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹18 Cr (+126.55% YoY) — 0.0003% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹66 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #1943 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 8504: 0.32% of its exports; import side 0.06%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 8504: #20 of 23 by export value; import-side #22

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 5.94% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #2905 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +28.48% in FY 2022-23
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 8504: 0.32% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 85041010

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. 8504 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 8504 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 59.49 | 0.0026% | — | 0.57% | 2.98 | 0.0001% | — | 0.02% | +56.51 | #2633 |
| FY 2019-20 | 52.85 | 0.0024% | −11.16% | 0.38% | 2.73 | 0.0001% | −8.39% | 0.02% | +50.12 | #2799 |
| FY 2020-21 | 65.63 | 0.0031% | +24.18% | 0.50% | 3.50 | 0.0001% | +28.21% | 0.02% | +62.13 | #2566 |
| FY 2021-22 | 81.71 | 0.0026% | +24.50% | 0.49% | 2.70 | 0.0001% | −22.86% | 0.01% | +79.01 | #2674 |
| FY 2022-23 | 104.98 | 0.0029% | +28.48% | 0.47% | 7.50 | 0.0001% | +177.78% | 0.03% | +97.48 | #2469 |
| FY 2023-24 | 92.52 | 0.0026% | −11.87% | 0.39% | 8.06 | 0.0001% | +7.47% | 0.03% | +84.46 | #2683 |
| FY 2024-25 | 84.10 | 0.0023% | −9.10% | 0.32% | 18.26 | 0.0003% | +126.55% | 0.06% | +65.84 | #2905 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 5.94%/yr, imports 35.27%/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 85041010 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 5.94% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 85041010 have grown at a compound annual rate of 5.94% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹59.49 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹84.10 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 85041010 ranked #2905 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 85041010 ranks #2905 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 8504, it ranks #20 of 23. By trade surplus, it ranks #1943 of 12657.

### FY 2022-23 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 85041010 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 85041010 was recorded in FY 2022-23, when exports surged by 28.48% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹65.84 Crore in HSN Code 85041010 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹84.10 Cr exceeded imports of ₹18.26 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹65.84 Crore — ranking #1943 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 35.27% CAGR signals rising demand for Ballasts for lamps

India's imports under HSN Code 85041010 have grown at 35.27% CAGR, reaching ₹18.26 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 85041010 contributes 0.32% of Sub-Chapter 8504 exports — ranked #20

Among the 23 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 8504, HSN Code 85041010 ranks #20 by export value — accounting for 0.32% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.06% share (rank #22).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 8504

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 85044090: Static Converters](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85044090/) | ₹7,713 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 85044010: Static Converters\| Electric Inverter](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85044010/) | ₹4,007 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 85049010: Parts \| Of Transformers](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85049010/) | ₹2,851 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 85044030: Static Converters\| Battery Chargers](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85044030/) | ₹1,916 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 85042100: Liquid Dielectric Transformers (≤650 kVA)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85042100/) | ₹1,906 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 85049090: Electrical Equipment & Transformers, Converters, Inductors](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85049090/) | ₹1,624 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Code 85042200: Transformer (650-10000kVA)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85042200/) | ₹1,329 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Code 85043100: Transformers ≤1 kVA Power Handling Capacity](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85043100/) | ₹1,112 Cr |
| #9 | [HSN Code 85044029: Static converters: Rectifier : Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85044029/) | ₹988 Cr |
| #10 | [HSN Code 85043300: Other Transformers (>16-500 kVA)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85043300/) | ₹591 Cr |
| #20 | HSN Code 85041010: Ballasts for lamps (this hsn code) | ₹84 Cr |