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# HSN Code 85176290: Switching and routing 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: Other | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 85176290 ?

It includes Electronic Toy Parts

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Switching and routing apparatus?

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 Switching and routing apparatus?

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

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Switching and routing 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.

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Switching and routing 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.

### How much GST applies to Switching and routing apparatus?

Under HSN 85176290, Switching and routing apparatus attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Switching and routing apparatus is sold with other items?

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

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 85176290 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹8,087 Cr (+12.87% YoY) — 0.2197% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹29,666 Cr (−7.54% YoY) — 0.4883% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹21,579 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #12630 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 8517: 3.68% of its exports; import side 17.83%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 8517: #2 of 57 by export value; import-side #2

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 11.24% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #51 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +41.89% in FY 2020-21
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 8517: 3.68% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 85176290

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 | 4,268.71 | 0.1868% | — | 23.53% | 37,167.58 | 1.0369% | — | 31.57% | −32,898.87 | #64 |
| FY 2019-20 | 3,183.81 | 0.1446% | −25.42% | 9.59% | 21,581.63 | 0.6447% | −41.93% | 23.57% | −18,397.82 | #101 |
| FY 2020-21 | 4,517.54 | 0.2100% | +41.89% | 14.40% | 26,164.95 | 0.8979% | +21.24% | 26.21% | −21,647.41 | #64 |
| FY 2021-22 | 5,187.48 | 0.1653% | +14.83% | 9.76% | 28,565.69 | 0.6250% | +9.18% | 27.36% | −23,378.21 | #81 |
| FY 2022-23 | 7,116.79 | 0.1966% | +37.19% | 6.97% | 37,220.63 | 0.6474% | +30.30% | 29.10% | −30,103.84 | #59 |
| FY 2023-24 | 7,164.36 | 0.1980% | +0.67% | 5.09% | 32,085.97 | 0.5713% | −13.80% | 23.60% | −24,921.61 | #62 |
| FY 2024-25 | 8,086.76 | 0.2197% | +12.87% | 3.68% | 29,665.92 | 0.4883% | −7.54% | 17.83% | −21,579.16 | #51 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 11.24%/yr, imports -3.69%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 85176290 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 11.24% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 85176290 have grown at a compound annual rate of 11.24% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹4,268.71 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹8,086.76 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 85176290 ranked #51 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 85176290 ranks #51 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 8517, it ranks #2 of 57. By trade surplus, it ranks #12630 of 12657.

### FY 2020-21 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 85176290 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 85176290 was recorded in FY 2020-21, when exports surged by 41.89% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹21,579.16 Crore in HSN Code 85176290 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹29,665.92 Cr exceeded exports of ₹8,086.76 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹21,579.16 Crore — ranking #12630 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of -3.69% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Switching and routing apparatus

India's imports under HSN Code 85176290 have grown at -3.69% CAGR, reaching ₹29,665.92 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 85176290 contributes 3.68% of Sub-Chapter 8517 exports — ranked #2

Among the 57 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 8517, HSN Code 85176290 ranks #2 by export value — accounting for 3.68% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 17.83% share (rank #2).

## 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 (this hsn code) | ₹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 |