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# HSN Code 85129000: Electrical Lighting & Signalling Equipment Parts

- [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 8512: Lighting & Signaling Equipment](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8512/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Parts | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 85129000 ?

It includes Resistance heated furnaces

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Electrical Lighting & Signalling Equipment Parts?

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 Electrical Lighting & Signalling Equipment Parts?

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 Electrical Lighting & Signalling Equipment Parts?

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.

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Electrical Lighting & Signalling Equipment Parts?

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.

### How much GST applies to Electrical Lighting & Signalling Equipment Parts?

Under HSN 85129000, Electrical Lighting & Signalling Equipment Parts attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Electrical Lighting & Signalling Equipment Parts is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Electrical Lighting & Signalling Equipment Parts; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 85129000 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹297 Cr (+34.24% YoY) — 0.0081% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹2,009 Cr (+15.92% YoY) — 0.0331% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹1,712 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #12384 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 8512: 12.86% of its exports; import side 47.33%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 8512: #3 of 8 by export value; import-side #1

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 20.12% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #1457 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +54.47% in FY 2021-22
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 8512: 12.86% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 85129000

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. 8512 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 8512 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 98.72 | 0.0043% | — | 7.55% | 977.57 | 0.0273% | — | 39.05% | −878.85 | #2036 |
| FY 2019-20 | 113.55 | 0.0052% | +15.02% | 9.46% | 1,234.47 | 0.0369% | +26.28% | 47.86% | −1,120.92 | #1879 |
| FY 2020-21 | 102.89 | 0.0048% | −9.39% | 9.35% | 1,295.99 | 0.0445% | +4.98% | 46.00% | −1,193.10 | #2030 |
| FY 2021-22 | 158.93 | 0.0051% | +54.47% | 8.74% | 1,413.94 | 0.0309% | +9.10% | 39.73% | −1,255.01 | #1869 |
| FY 2022-23 | 143.51 | 0.0040% | −9.70% | 8.04% | 1,518.53 | 0.0264% | +7.40% | 38.75% | −1,375.02 | #2105 |
| FY 2023-24 | 220.91 | 0.0061% | +53.93% | 12.45% | 1,732.83 | 0.0309% | +14.11% | 41.64% | −1,511.92 | #1672 |
| FY 2024-25 | 296.55 | 0.0081% | +34.24% | 12.86% | 2,008.73 | 0.0331% | +15.92% | 47.33% | −1,712.18 | #1457 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 20.12%/yr, imports 12.75%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 85129000 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 20.12% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 85129000 have grown at a compound annual rate of 20.12% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹98.72 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹296.55 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 85129000 ranked #1457 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 85129000 ranks #1457 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 8512, it ranks #3 of 8. By trade surplus, it ranks #12384 of 12657.

### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 85129000 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 85129000 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 54.47% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹1,712.18 Crore in HSN Code 85129000 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹2,008.73 Cr exceeded exports of ₹296.55 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹1,712.18 Crore — ranking #12384 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 12.75% CAGR signals rising demand for Electrical Lighting & Signalling Equipment Parts

India's imports under HSN Code 85129000 have grown at 12.75% CAGR, reaching ₹2,008.73 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 85129000 contributes 12.86% of Sub-Chapter 8512 exports — ranked #3

Among the 8 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 8512, HSN Code 85129000 ranks #3 by export value — accounting for 12.86% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 47.33% share (rank #1).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 8512

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 85122010: Lighting Regulators](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85122010/) | ₹1,015 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 85122020: Other Automobile Lighting](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85122020/) | ₹683 Cr |
| #3 | HSN Code 85129000: Electrical Lighting & Signalling Equipment Parts (this hsn code) | ₹297 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 85123010: Sound Signalling Equipment\| Horns](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85123010/) | ₹156 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 85124000: Windscreen wipers, defrosters and demisters](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85124000/) | ₹77 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 85122090: Lighting or visual signalling equipment: Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85122090/) | ₹41 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Code 85123090: Sound Signalling Equipment\| Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85123090/) | ₹37 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Code 85121000: Bicycle lighting equipment](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85121000/) | ₹1 Cr |