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# HSN Code 85163200: Electric hair-dressing apparatus

- [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 8516: Electric heaters](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8516/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Electro-thermic hair-dressing or handdrying apparatus : Other hair-dressing apparatus | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 85163200 ?

It includes Other : Electro-thermic fluid heaters

### How much GST applies to Electric hair-dressing apparatus?

Under HSN 85163200, Electric hair-dressing apparatus attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Electric hair-dressing apparatus?

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 Electric hair-dressing apparatus?

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 Electric hair-dressing apparatus is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Electric hair-dressing apparatus; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Electric hair-dressing apparatus?

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.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 85163200 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹221 Cr (+11.62% YoY) — 0.0060% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹912 Cr (+135.83% YoY) — 0.0150% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹691 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #12064 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 8516: 18.33% of its exports; import side 17.71%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 8516: #2 of 16 by export value; import-side #2

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 134.46% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #1737 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +1,023.27% in FY 2022-23
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 8516: 18.33% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 85163200

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. 8516 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 8516 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 1.33 | 0.0001% | — | 0.28% | 95.92 | 0.0027% | — | 3.68% | −94.59 | #7350 |
| FY 2019-20 | 1.85 | 0.0001% | +39.10% | 0.39% | 153.33 | 0.0046% | +59.85% | 5.52% | −151.48 | #7014 |
| FY 2020-21 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −47.03% | 0.16% | 166.16 | 0.0057% | +8.37% | 5.48% | −165.18 | #7674 |
| FY 2021-22 | 10.57 | 0.0003% | +978.57% | 1.33% | 293.35 | 0.0064% | +76.55% | 7.43% | −282.78 | #5411 |
| FY 2022-23 | 118.73 | 0.0033% | +1,023.27% | 11.61% | 322.22 | 0.0056% | +9.84% | 7.68% | −203.49 | #2311 |
| FY 2023-24 | 197.94 | 0.0055% | +66.71% | 16.96% | 386.66 | 0.0069% | +20.00% | 9.64% | −188.72 | #1793 |
| FY 2024-25 | 220.95 | 0.0060% | +11.62% | 18.33% | 911.86 | 0.0150% | +135.83% | 17.71% | −690.91 | #1737 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 134.46%/yr, imports 45.55%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 85163200 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 134.46% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 85163200 have grown at a compound annual rate of 134.46% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹1.33 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹220.95 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 85163200 ranked #1737 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 85163200 ranks #1737 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 8516, it ranks #2 of 16. By trade surplus, it ranks #12064 of 12657.

### FY 2022-23 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 85163200 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 85163200 was recorded in FY 2022-23, when exports surged by 1,023.27% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹690.91 Crore in HSN Code 85163200 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹911.86 Cr exceeded exports of ₹220.95 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹690.91 Crore — ranking #12064 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 45.55% CAGR signals rising demand for Electric hair-dressing apparatus

India's imports under HSN Code 85163200 have grown at 45.55% CAGR, reaching ₹911.86 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 85163200 contributes 18.33% of Sub-Chapter 8516 exports — ranked #2

Among the 16 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 8516, HSN Code 85163200 ranks #2 by export value — accounting for 18.33% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 17.71% share (rank #2).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 8516

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 85168000: Electric heating resistors](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85168000/) | ₹382 Cr |
| #2 | HSN Code 85163200: Electric hair-dressing apparatus (this hsn code) | ₹221 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 85167990: Other electro-thermic appliances for domestic use \| Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85167990/) | ₹133 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 85169000: Other Electrical Apparatus & Equipment](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85169000/) | ₹107 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 85161000: Electric water & immersion heaters](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85161000/) | ₹91 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 85166000: Ovens, Cookers, Cooking Plates & Roasters](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85166000/) | ₹79 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Code 85162900: Electric space and soil heating apparatus (Other)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85162900/) | ₹63 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Code 85167920: Electronic Insect Repeller](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85167920/) | ₹51 Cr |
| #9 | [HSN Code 85163100: Hair dryers](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85163100/) | ₹29 Cr |
| #10 | [HSN Code 85164000: Electric smoothing irons](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85164000/) | ₹18 Cr |