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# HSN Code 85169000: Other Electrical Apparatus & Equipment

- [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 |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Parts | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 85169000 ?

It includes Piston Rings (Spark Ignition Engines)

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Other Electrical Apparatus & Equipment?

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 Other Electrical Apparatus & Equipment?

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 Other Electrical Apparatus & Equipment?

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 Electrical Apparatus & Equipment?

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

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Other Electrical Apparatus & Equipment is sold with other items?

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

### How much GST applies to Other Electrical Apparatus & Equipment?

Under HSN 85169000, Other Electrical Apparatus & Equipment attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 85169000 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹107 Cr (−24.10% YoY) — 0.0029% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹1,029 Cr (−3.37% YoY) — 0.0169% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹922 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #12188 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 8516: 8.86% of its exports; import side 19.98%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 8516: #4 of 16 by export value; import-side #1

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 8.35% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #2577 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +68.38% in FY 2023-24
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 8516: 8.86% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 85169000

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 | 66.01 | 0.0029% | — | 13.72% | 342.79 | 0.0096% | — | 13.14% | −276.78 | #2503 |
| FY 2019-20 | 34.31 | 0.0016% | −48.02% | 7.20% | 389.88 | 0.0116% | +13.74% | 14.02% | −355.57 | #3414 |
| FY 2020-21 | 37.75 | 0.0018% | +10.03% | 6.30% | 551.48 | 0.0189% | +41.45% | 18.20% | −513.73 | #3348 |
| FY 2021-22 | 52.83 | 0.0017% | +39.95% | 6.63% | 1,011.66 | 0.0221% | +83.44% | 25.63% | −958.83 | #3296 |
| FY 2022-23 | 83.56 | 0.0023% | +58.17% | 8.17% | 1,092.07 | 0.0190% | +7.95% | 26.04% | −1,008.51 | #2787 |
| FY 2023-24 | 140.70 | 0.0039% | +68.38% | 12.05% | 1,065.20 | 0.0190% | −2.46% | 26.55% | −924.50 | #2177 |
| FY 2024-25 | 106.79 | 0.0029% | −24.10% | 8.86% | 1,029.28 | 0.0169% | −3.37% | 19.98% | −922.49 | #2577 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 8.35%/yr, imports 20.11%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 85169000 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 8.35% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 85169000 have grown at a compound annual rate of 8.35% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹66.01 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹106.79 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 85169000 ranked #2577 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 85169000 ranks #2577 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 8516, it ranks #4 of 16. By trade surplus, it ranks #12188 of 12657.

### FY 2023-24 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 85169000 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 85169000 was recorded in FY 2023-24, when exports surged by 68.38% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹922.49 Crore in HSN Code 85169000 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹1,029.28 Cr exceeded exports of ₹106.79 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹922.49 Crore — ranking #12188 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 20.11% CAGR signals rising demand for Other Electrical Apparatus & Equipment

India's imports under HSN Code 85169000 have grown at 20.11% CAGR, reaching ₹1,029.28 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 85169000 contributes 8.86% of Sub-Chapter 8516 exports — ranked #4

Among the 16 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 8516, HSN Code 85169000 ranks #4 by export value — accounting for 8.86% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 19.98% share (rank #1).

## 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 (this hsn code) | ₹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 |