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# HSN Code 85164000: Electric smoothing irons

- [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 |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Electric smoothing irons | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 85164000 ?

It includes Other electro-thermic appliances for domestic use | Other

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Electric smoothing irons?

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 Electric smoothing irons?

Under HSN 85164000, Electric smoothing irons attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Electric smoothing irons?

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.

### Any common misclassification issue with Electric smoothing irons?

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

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Electric smoothing irons?

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

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 85164000 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹18 Cr (+44.03% YoY) — 0.0005% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹62 Cr (+12.04% YoY) — 0.0010% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹44 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #10150 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 8516: 1.47% of its exports; import side 1.20%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 8516: #10 of 16 by export value; import-side #12

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 1.55% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #5043 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +44.03% in FY 2024-25
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 8516: 1.47% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 85164000

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 | 16.17 | 0.0007% | — | 3.36% | 48.13 | 0.0013% | — | 1.84% | −31.96 | #4366 |
| FY 2019-20 | 18.00 | 0.0008% | +11.32% | 3.78% | 52.38 | 0.0016% | +8.83% | 1.88% | −34.38 | #4255 |
| FY 2020-21 | 15.11 | 0.0007% | −16.06% | 2.52% | 34.08 | 0.0012% | −34.94% | 1.12% | −18.97 | #4567 |
| FY 2021-22 | 11.95 | 0.0004% | −20.91% | 1.50% | 36.06 | 0.0008% | +5.81% | 0.91% | −24.11 | #5254 |
| FY 2022-23 | 13.66 | 0.0004% | +14.31% | 1.34% | 57.67 | 0.0010% | +59.93% | 1.37% | −44.01 | #5206 |
| FY 2023-24 | 12.31 | 0.0003% | −9.88% | 1.05% | 55.33 | 0.0010% | −4.06% | 1.38% | −43.02 | #5444 |
| FY 2024-25 | 17.73 | 0.0005% | +44.03% | 1.47% | 61.99 | 0.0010% | +12.04% | 1.20% | −44.26 | #5043 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 1.55%/yr, imports 4.31%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 85164000 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 1.55% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 85164000 have grown at a compound annual rate of 1.55% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹16.17 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹17.73 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 85164000 ranked #5043 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 85164000 ranks #5043 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 8516, it ranks #10 of 16. By trade surplus, it ranks #10150 of 12657.

### FY 2024-25 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 85164000 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 85164000 was recorded in FY 2024-25, when exports surged by 44.03% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹44.26 Crore in HSN Code 85164000 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹61.99 Cr exceeded exports of ₹17.73 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹44.26 Crore — ranking #10150 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 4.31% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Electric smoothing irons

India's imports under HSN Code 85164000 have grown at 4.31% CAGR, reaching ₹61.99 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 85164000 contributes 1.47% of Sub-Chapter 8516 exports — ranked #10

Among the 16 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 8516, HSN Code 85164000 ranks #10 by export value — accounting for 1.47% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 1.20% share (rank #12).

## 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](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85163200/) | ₹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 (this hsn code) | ₹18 Cr |