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# HSN Code 85041020: Ballasts for compact fluorescent 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 : For compact fluorescent lamps | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 85041020 ?

It includes Transformer (>250000kVA)

### Any common misclassification issue with Ballasts for compact fluorescent lamps?

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 Ballasts for compact fluorescent 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.

### How much GST applies to Ballasts for compact fluorescent lamps?

Under HSN 85041020, Ballasts for compact fluorescent lamps attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Ballasts for compact fluorescent 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 compact fluorescent lamps; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

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

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 85041020 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: < ₹1 Crore (−40.22% YoY) — 0.0000% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹19 Cr (+155.91% YoY) — 0.0003% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹18 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #9495 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 8504: 0.00% of its exports; import side 0.06%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 8504: #22 of 23 by export value; import-side #21

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: -12.43% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #8747 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +136.84% in FY 2022-23
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 8504: 0.00% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 85041020

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 | 1.22 | 0.0001% | — | 0.01% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 0.01% | +0.34 | #7439 |
| FY 2019-20 | 1.20 | 0.0001% | −1.64% | 0.01% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −25.00% | 0.00% | +0.54 | #7425 |
| FY 2020-21 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −35.00% | 0.01% | 4.23 | 0.0001% | +540.91% | 0.03% | −3.45 | #7869 |
| FY 2021-22 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −51.28% | 0.00% | 2.50 | 0.0001% | −40.90% | 0.01% | −2.12 | #8765 |
| FY 2022-23 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +136.84% | 0.00% | 7.11 | 0.0001% | +184.40% | 0.03% | −6.21 | #8199 |
| FY 2023-24 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +2.22% | 0.00% | 7.44 | 0.0001% | +4.64% | 0.03% | −6.52 | #8312 |
| FY 2024-25 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −40.22% | 0.00% | 19.04 | 0.0003% | +155.91% | 0.06% | −18.49 | #8747 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports -12.43%/yr, imports 66.93%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 85041020 export-import analysis

### Export decline: -12.43% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 85041020 have declined at a compound annual rate of -12.43% over 7 fiscal years, falling from ₹1.22 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹0.55 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 85041020 ranked #8747 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 85041020 ranks #8747 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 8504, it ranks #22 of 23. By trade surplus, it ranks #9495 of 12657.

### FY 2022-23 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 85041020 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 85041020 was recorded in FY 2022-23, when exports surged by 136.84% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹18.49 Crore in HSN Code 85041020 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹19.04 Cr exceeded exports of ₹0.55 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹18.49 Crore — ranking #9495 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 66.93% CAGR signals rising demand for Ballasts for compact fluorescent lamps

India's imports under HSN Code 85041020 have grown at 66.93% CAGR, reaching ₹19.04 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 85041020 contributes 0.00% of Sub-Chapter 8504 exports — ranked #22

Among the 23 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 8504, HSN Code 85041020 ranks #22 by export value — accounting for 0.00% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.06% share (rank #21).

## 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 |
| #22 | HSN Code 85041020: Ballasts for compact fluorescent lamps (this hsn code) | < ₹1 Crore |