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# HSN Code 85176220: Voice Frequency Telegraphy 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 8517: Telephone & Communication Apparatus](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8517/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Other apparatus for transmission or reception of voice, images or other data, including apparatus for communication in a wired or wireless network (such as a local or wide area network): Machines for the reception, conversion and transmission or regeneration of voice, images or other data, including switching and routing apparatus: Voice frequency telegraphy | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 85176220 ?

It includes ISDN Systems

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Voice Frequency Telegraphy 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.

### Any common misclassification issue with Voice Frequency Telegraphy Apparatus?

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 Voice Frequency Telegraphy Apparatus is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Voice Frequency Telegraphy Apparatus; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Voice Frequency Telegraphy 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 much GST applies to Voice Frequency Telegraphy Apparatus?

Under HSN 85176220, Voice Frequency Telegraphy Apparatus attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Voice Frequency Telegraphy 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 85176220 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹16 Cr (−47.03% YoY) — 0.0004% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹12 Cr (+194.03% YoY) — 0.0002% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹3 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #3953 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 8517: 0.01% of its exports; import side 0.01%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 8517: #14 of 57 by export value; import-side #16

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 42.67% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #5188 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +817.00% in FY 2022-23
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 8517: 0.01% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 85176220

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. 8517 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 8517 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 1.87 | 0.0001% | — | 0.01% | 6.90 | 0.0002% | — | 0.01% | −5.03 | #7028 |
| FY 2019-20 | 2.57 | 0.0001% | +37.43% | 0.01% | 30.19 | 0.0009% | +337.54% | 0.03% | −27.62 | #6657 |
| FY 2020-21 | 2.78 | 0.0001% | +8.17% | 0.01% | 53.48 | 0.0018% | +77.14% | 0.05% | −50.70 | #6635 |
| FY 2021-22 | 2.00 | 0.0001% | −28.06% | 0.00% | 13.98 | 0.0003% | −73.86% | 0.01% | −11.98 | #7317 |
| FY 2022-23 | 18.34 | 0.0005% | +817.00% | 0.02% | 19.28 | 0.0003% | +37.91% | 0.02% | −0.94 | #4784 |
| FY 2023-24 | 29.77 | 0.0008% | +62.32% | 0.02% | 4.19 | 0.0001% | −78.27% | 0.00% | +25.58 | #4252 |
| FY 2024-25 | 15.77 | 0.0004% | −47.03% | 0.01% | 12.32 | 0.0002% | +194.03% | 0.01% | +3.45 | #5188 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 42.67%/yr, imports 10.14%/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 85176220 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 42.67% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 85176220 have grown at a compound annual rate of 42.67% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹1.87 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹15.77 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 85176220 ranked #5188 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 85176220 ranks #5188 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 8517, it ranks #14 of 57. By trade surplus, it ranks #3953 of 12657.

### FY 2022-23 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 85176220 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 85176220 was recorded in FY 2022-23, when exports surged by 817.00% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹3.45 Crore in HSN Code 85176220 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹15.77 Cr exceeded imports of ₹12.32 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹3.45 Crore — ranking #3953 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 10.14% CAGR signals rising demand for Voice Frequency Telegraphy Apparatus

India's imports under HSN Code 85176220 have grown at 10.14% CAGR, reaching ₹12.32 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 85176220 contributes 0.01% of Sub-Chapter 8517 exports — ranked #14

Among the 57 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 8517, HSN Code 85176220 ranks #14 by export value — accounting for 0.01% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.01% share (rank #16).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 8517

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 85171300: Smartphones and Cellular Telephones](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85171300/) | ₹2,05,017 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 85176290: Switching and routing apparatus](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85176290/) | ₹8,087 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 85177990: Other Electrical Apparatus for Telephony](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85177990/) | ₹4,212 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 85177100: Aerials & Reflectors & Parts](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85177100/) | ₹836 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 85177910: Populated circuit boards](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85177910/) | ₹672 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 85176990: Other Voice, Image, and Data Transmission Apparatus](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85176990/) | ₹384 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Code 85176260: Synchronous Digital Hierarchy System (SDH)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85176260/) | ₹132 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Code 85171400: Cellular/Wireless Network Telephones](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85171400/) | ₹89 Cr |
| #9 | [HSN Code 85171890: Electrical Apparatus for Line Telephony](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85171890/) | ₹68 Cr |
| #10 | [HSN Code 85176230: Modems (Modulators-Demodulators)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85176230/) | ₹58 Cr |
| #14 | HSN Code 85176220: Voice Frequency Telegraphy Apparatus (this hsn code) | ₹16 Cr |