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# HSN Code 85153100: Fully/Partly Automatic Arc Welding Machines

- [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 8515: Electric soldering & welding machines](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8515/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Machines and apparatus for arc (including plasma arc) welding of metals : Fully or partly automatic | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 85153100 ?

It includes Electric water & immersion heaters

### How much GST applies to Fully/Partly Automatic Arc Welding Machines?

Under HSN 85153100, Fully/Partly Automatic Arc Welding Machines attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Fully/Partly Automatic Arc Welding Machines?

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 Fully/Partly Automatic Arc Welding Machines?

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.

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Fully/Partly Automatic Arc Welding Machines?

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

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Fully/Partly Automatic Arc Welding Machines is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Fully/Partly Automatic Arc Welding Machines; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 85153100 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹70 Cr (+19.90% YoY) — 0.0019% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹434 Cr (+24.46% YoY) — 0.0071% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹364 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #11702 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 8515: 9.35% of its exports; import side 11.33%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 8515: #4 of 13 by export value; import-side #5

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 8.28% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #3141 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +78.80% in FY 2023-24
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 8515: 9.35% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 85153100

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. 8515 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 8515 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 43.74 | 0.0019% | — | 11.83% | 244.65 | 0.0068% | — | 11.44% | −200.91 | #3061 |
| FY 2019-20 | 57.31 | 0.0026% | +31.02% | 15.39% | 229.58 | 0.0069% | −6.16% | 8.91% | −172.27 | #2694 |
| FY 2020-21 | 23.43 | 0.0011% | −59.12% | 7.28% | 183.31 | 0.0063% | −20.15% | 8.98% | −159.88 | #3987 |
| FY 2021-22 | 40.98 | 0.0013% | +74.90% | 9.23% | 235.19 | 0.0051% | +28.30% | 9.54% | −194.21 | #3642 |
| FY 2022-23 | 32.88 | 0.0009% | −19.77% | 5.92% | 259.87 | 0.0045% | +10.49% | 9.32% | −226.99 | #4027 |
| FY 2023-24 | 58.79 | 0.0016% | +78.80% | 9.05% | 348.71 | 0.0062% | +34.19% | 9.37% | −289.92 | #3306 |
| FY 2024-25 | 70.49 | 0.0019% | +19.90% | 9.35% | 434.01 | 0.0071% | +24.46% | 11.33% | −363.52 | #3141 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 8.28%/yr, imports 10.03%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 85153100 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 8.28% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 85153100 have grown at a compound annual rate of 8.28% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹43.74 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹70.49 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 85153100 ranked #3141 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 85153100 ranks #3141 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 8515, it ranks #4 of 13. By trade surplus, it ranks #11702 of 12657.

### FY 2023-24 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 85153100 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 85153100 was recorded in FY 2023-24, when exports surged by 78.80% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹363.52 Crore in HSN Code 85153100 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹434.01 Cr exceeded exports of ₹70.49 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹363.52 Crore — ranking #11702 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 10.03% CAGR signals rising demand for Fully/Partly Automatic Arc Welding Machines

India's imports under HSN Code 85153100 have grown at 10.03% CAGR, reaching ₹434.01 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 85153100 contributes 9.35% of Sub-Chapter 8515 exports — ranked #4

Among the 13 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 8515, HSN Code 85153100 ranks #4 by export value — accounting for 9.35% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 11.33% share (rank #5).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 8515

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 85159000: Parts for Electric Welding Machines](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85159000/) | ₹361 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 85153990: Other Arc Welding Machines](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85153990/) | ₹103 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 85158090: Other Machines And Apparatus\| Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85158090/) | ₹92 Cr |
| #4 | HSN Code 85153100: Fully/Partly Automatic Arc Welding Machines (this hsn code) | ₹70 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 85153910: AC Arc Welding Machinery](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85153910/) | ₹37 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 85152190: Other Fully/Partly Automatic Resistance Welding Machines](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85152190/) | ₹29 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Code 85151900: Brazing/soldering machines](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85151900/) | ₹24 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Code 85152110: Auto Spot Welding Machine](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85152110/) | ₹15 Cr |
| #9 | [HSN Code 85152900: Resistance welding machines, apparatus](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85152900/) | ₹14 Cr |
| #10 | [HSN Code 85158010: High-Frequency Plastic Welding Machine](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85158010/) | ₹3 Cr |