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# HSN Code 85176230: Modems (Modulators-Demodulators)

- [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: Modems (modulators-demodulators) | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 85176230 ?

It includes Base Stations (Telecom)

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Modems (Modulators-Demodulators) is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Modems (Modulators-Demodulators); Nil for exempt items if applicable).

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Modems (Modulators-Demodulators)?

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

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Modems (Modulators-Demodulators)?

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.

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Modems (Modulators-Demodulators)?

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.

### Any common misclassification issue with Modems (Modulators-Demodulators)?

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

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 85176230 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹58 Cr (+1.57% YoY) — 0.0016% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹34 Cr (−63.30% YoY) — 0.0006% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹24 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #2694 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 8517: 0.03% of its exports; import side 0.02%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 8517: #10 of 57 by export value; import-side #13

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 10.66% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #3416 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +102.36% in FY 2021-22
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 8517: 0.03% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 85176230

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 | 31.78 | 0.0014% | — | 0.18% | 301.46 | 0.0084% | — | 0.26% | −269.68 | #3505 |
| FY 2019-20 | 31.11 | 0.0014% | −2.11% | 0.09% | 244.93 | 0.0073% | −18.75% | 0.27% | −213.82 | #3552 |
| FY 2020-21 | 14.81 | 0.0007% | −52.39% | 0.05% | 623.25 | 0.0214% | +154.46% | 0.62% | −608.44 | #4590 |
| FY 2021-22 | 29.97 | 0.0010% | +102.36% | 0.06% | 594.31 | 0.0130% | −4.64% | 0.57% | −564.34 | #4049 |
| FY 2022-23 | 40.09 | 0.0011% | +33.77% | 0.04% | 675.18 | 0.0117% | +13.61% | 0.53% | −635.09 | #3770 |
| FY 2023-24 | 57.45 | 0.0016% | +43.30% | 0.04% | 93.03 | 0.0017% | −86.22% | 0.07% | −35.58 | #3336 |
| FY 2024-25 | 58.35 | 0.0016% | +1.57% | 0.03% | 34.14 | 0.0006% | −63.30% | 0.02% | +24.21 | #3416 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 10.66%/yr, imports -30.44%/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 85176230 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 10.66% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 85176230 have grown at a compound annual rate of 10.66% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹31.78 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹58.35 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 85176230 ranked #3416 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 85176230 ranks #3416 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 8517, it ranks #10 of 57. By trade surplus, it ranks #2694 of 12657.

### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 85176230 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 85176230 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 102.36% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹24.21 Crore in HSN Code 85176230 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹58.35 Cr exceeded imports of ₹34.14 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹24.21 Crore — ranking #2694 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of -30.44% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Modems (Modulators-Demodulators)

India's imports under HSN Code 85176230 have grown at -30.44% CAGR, reaching ₹34.14 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 85176230 contributes 0.03% of Sub-Chapter 8517 exports — ranked #10

Among the 57 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 8517, HSN Code 85176230 ranks #10 by export value — accounting for 0.03% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.02% share (rank #13).

## 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) (this hsn code) | ₹58 Cr |