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# HSN Code 85153990: Other 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 : Other : Other | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 85153990 ?

It includes Hair dryers

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Other 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.

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Other 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 Other Arc Welding Machines; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Other 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.

### Any common misclassification issue with Other Arc Welding Machines?

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 Other 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.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 85153990 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹103 Cr (+39.99% YoY) — 0.0028% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹489 Cr (+29.82% YoY) — 0.0080% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹386 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #11736 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 8515: 13.71% of its exports; import side 12.76%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 8515: #2 of 13 by export value; import-side #3

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 8.16% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #2627 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +91.65% in FY 2021-22
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 8515: 13.71% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 85153990

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 | 64.55 | 0.0028% | — | 17.46% | 282.80 | 0.0079% | — | 13.22% | −218.25 | #2530 |
| FY 2019-20 | 52.04 | 0.0024% | −19.38% | 13.97% | 275.20 | 0.0082% | −2.69% | 10.68% | −223.16 | #2819 |
| FY 2020-21 | 57.74 | 0.0027% | +10.95% | 17.95% | 281.00 | 0.0096% | +2.11% | 13.76% | −223.26 | #2727 |
| FY 2021-22 | 110.66 | 0.0035% | +91.65% | 24.93% | 281.17 | 0.0062% | +0.06% | 11.40% | −170.51 | #2274 |
| FY 2022-23 | 58.43 | 0.0016% | −47.20% | 10.52% | 295.68 | 0.0051% | +5.16% | 10.61% | −237.25 | #3270 |
| FY 2023-24 | 73.81 | 0.0020% | +26.32% | 11.36% | 376.65 | 0.0067% | +27.38% | 10.12% | −302.84 | #2991 |
| FY 2024-25 | 103.33 | 0.0028% | +39.99% | 13.71% | 488.98 | 0.0080% | +29.82% | 12.76% | −385.65 | #2627 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 8.16%/yr, imports 9.56%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 85153990 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 8.16% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 85153990 have grown at a compound annual rate of 8.16% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹64.55 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹103.33 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 85153990 ranked #2627 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 85153990 ranks #2627 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 8515, it ranks #2 of 13. By trade surplus, it ranks #11736 of 12657.

### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 85153990 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 85153990 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 91.65% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹385.65 Crore in HSN Code 85153990 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹488.98 Cr exceeded exports of ₹103.33 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹385.65 Crore — ranking #11736 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 9.56% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Other Arc Welding Machines

India's imports under HSN Code 85153990 have grown at 9.56% CAGR, reaching ₹488.98 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 85153990 contributes 13.71% of Sub-Chapter 8515 exports — ranked #2

Among the 13 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 8515, HSN Code 85153990 ranks #2 by export value — accounting for 13.71% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 12.76% share (rank #3).

## 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 (this hsn code) | ₹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](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85153100/) | ₹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 |