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# HSN Code 85115000: Other Generators

- [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 8511: Ignition Equipment](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8511/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Other generators | 14% | 14% | 28% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 85115000 ?

It includes Sound Signalling Equipment| Horns

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Other Generators?

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 Other Generators?

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 Other Generators is sold with other items?

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

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Other Generators?

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

### Any common misclassification issue with Other Generators?

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

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 85115000 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹434 Cr (−11.18% YoY) — 0.0118% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹926 Cr (−3.61% YoY) — 0.0152% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹492 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #11882 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 8511: 11.84% of its exports; import side 29.75%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 8511: #3 of 9 by export value; import-side #1

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: -3.88% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #1116 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +35.11% in FY 2022-23
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 8511: 11.84% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 85115000

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. 8511 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 8511 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 550.45 | 0.0241% | — | 21.61% | 639.52 | 0.0178% | — | 29.01% | −89.07 | #598 |
| FY 2019-20 | 387.94 | 0.0176% | −29.52% | 18.04% | 632.43 | 0.0189% | −1.11% | 33.37% | −244.49 | #804 |
| FY 2020-21 | 276.18 | 0.0128% | −28.81% | 12.31% | 654.22 | 0.0225% | +3.45% | 34.62% | −378.04 | #1085 |
| FY 2021-22 | 306.88 | 0.0098% | +11.12% | 11.59% | 871.90 | 0.0191% | +33.27% | 33.49% | −565.02 | #1276 |
| FY 2022-23 | 414.63 | 0.0115% | +35.11% | 14.63% | 735.15 | 0.0128% | −15.68% | 28.22% | −320.52 | #1071 |
| FY 2023-24 | 488.70 | 0.0135% | +17.86% | 14.94% | 960.73 | 0.0171% | +30.68% | 32.40% | −472.03 | #978 |
| FY 2024-25 | 434.05 | 0.0118% | −11.18% | 11.84% | 926.02 | 0.0152% | −3.61% | 29.75% | −491.97 | #1116 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports -3.88%/yr, imports 6.36%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 85115000 export-import analysis

### Export decline: -3.88% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 85115000 have declined at a compound annual rate of -3.88% over 7 fiscal years, falling from ₹550.45 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹434.05 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 85115000 ranked #1116 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 85115000 ranks #1116 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 8511, it ranks #3 of 9. By trade surplus, it ranks #11882 of 12657.

### FY 2022-23 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 85115000 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 85115000 was recorded in FY 2022-23, when exports surged by 35.11% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹491.97 Crore in HSN Code 85115000 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹926.02 Cr exceeded exports of ₹434.05 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹491.97 Crore — ranking #11882 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 6.36% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Other Generators

India's imports under HSN Code 85115000 have grown at 6.36% CAGR, reaching ₹926.02 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 85115000 contributes 11.84% of Sub-Chapter 8511 exports — ranked #3

Among the 9 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 8511, HSN Code 85115000 ranks #3 by export value — accounting for 11.84% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 29.75% share (rank #1).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 8511

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 85114000: Starter motors](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85114000/) | ₹1,591 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 85119000: Parts](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85119000/) | ₹593 Cr |
| #3 | HSN Code 85115000: Other Generators (this hsn code) | ₹434 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 85111000: Sparking Plugs](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85111000/) | ₹361 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 85118000: Other Equipment](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85118000/) | ₹346 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 85113020: Ignition coils](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85113020/) | ₹163 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Code 85112010: Electrical Igniters](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85112010/) | ₹92 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Code 85112090: Ignition magnetos, magnetic flywheels](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85112090/) | ₹80 Cr |
| #9 | [HSN Code 85113010: Ignition distributors](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85113010/) | ₹6 Cr |