HSN Code 85176290: Switching and routing apparatus

HSN Code 85176290 represents Switching and routing apparatus under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Switching and routing apparatus correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Code 85176290, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import or export of Switching and routing apparatus.

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Description of Goods for HSN Code 85176290

HSN Code 85176290 relates to the following description.

Description of Goods

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

Chapter

85 - Electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers, television image and sound recorders and reproducers, and parts and accessories of such articles

Sub Chapter

8517 - Telephone sets, smartphones for cellular networks or for other wireless networks: other apparatus for the transmission or reception of vice, images or other data, including apparatus for communication in a wired or wireless network (such as a local or wide area network), other than transmission or reception apparatus of heading 8443, 8525, 8527 or 8528

CGST

9%

SGST

9%

IGST

18%

CESS

0%

What does HSN Code 85176290 not include?

Switching and routing apparatus does not include products with the following descriptions.

HSN Code 85171110

Telephone sets, including smartphones and other telephones for cellular networks or for other wireless networks : Line telephone sets with cordless handsets: Push button type

HSN Code 85171190

Telephone sets, including smartphones and other telephones for cellular networks or for other wireless networks : Line telephone sets with cordless handsets: Other

HSN Code 85171210

Telephone sets, including telephones for cellular networks or for other wireless networks; other apparatus for the 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), other than transmission or reception apparatus of heading 8443, 8525, 8527 or 8528 - telephone sets, including telephones for cellular networks or for other wireless networks: — telephones for cellular networks or for other wireless networks: — push button type

HSN Code 85171290

Telephone sets, including telephones for cellular networks or for other wireless networks; other apparatus for the 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), other than transmission or reception apparatus of heading 8443, 8525, 8527 or 8528 - telephone sets, including telephones for cellular networks or for other wireless networks: — telephones for cellular networks or for other wireless networks: — other

HSN Code 85171300

Telephone sets, including smartphones and other telephones for cellular networks or for other wireless networks : Smartphones

HSN Code 85171400

Telephone sets, including smartphones and other telephones for cellular networks or for other wireless networks : Other telephones for cellular networks or for other wireless networks

HSN Code 85171810

Telephone sets, including telephones for cellular networks or for other wireless networks: Other : Push button type

HSN Code 85171890

Telephone sets, including telephones for cellular networks or for other wireless networks: Other : Other

HSN Code 85171911

Electrical apparatus for line telephony or line telegraphy, including line telephone sets with cordless handsets and telecommunication apparatus for carrier-current line systems or for digital line systems; videophones - telephone sets; videophones: - other: - telephone sets: push button type

HSN Code 85171912

Electrical apparatus for line telephony or line telegraphy, including line telephone sets with cordless handsets and telecommunication apparatus for carrier-current line systems or for digital line systems; videophones - telephone sets; videophones: - other: - telephone sets: rotary dial type

HSN Code 85171919

Electrical apparatus for line telephony or line telegraphy, including line telephone sets with cordless handsets and telecommunication apparatus for carrier-current line systems or for digital line systems; videophones - telephone sets; videophones: - other: - telephone sets: other

HSN Code 85171920

Electrical apparatus for line telephony or line telegraphy, including line telephone sets with cordless handsets and telecommunication apparatus for carrier-current line systems or for digital line systems; videophones - telephone sets; videophones: - other: videophones

HSN Code 85172100

Electrical apparatus for line telephony or line telegraphy, including line telephone sets with cordless handsets and telecommunication apparatus for carrier-current line systems or for digital line systems; videophones - facsimile machines and teleprinters: fascimile machines

HSN Code 85172200

Electrical apparatus for line telephony or line telegraphy, including line telephone sets with cordless handsets and telecommunication apparatus for carrier-current line systems or for digital line systems; videophones - facsimile machines and teleprinters: teleprinters

HSN Code 85173000

Electrical apparatus for line telephony or line telegraphy, including line telephone sets with cordless handsets and telecommunication apparatus for carrier-current line systems or for digital line systems; videophones telephonic or telegraphic switching apparatus

HSN Code 85175010

Electrical apparatus for line telephony or line telegraphy, including line telephone sets with cordless handsets and telecommunication apparatus for carrier-current line systems or for digital line systems; videophones - other apparatus, for carrier-current line systems or for digital line systems: plcc equipment

HSN Code 85175020

Electrical apparatus for line telephony or line telegraphy, including line telephone sets with cordless handsets and telecommunication apparatus for carrier-current line systems or for digital line systems; videophones - other apparatus, for carrier-current line systems or for digital line systems: voice frequency telegraphy

HSN Code 85175030

Electrical apparatus for line telephony or line telegraphy, including line telephone sets with cordless handsets and telecommunication apparatus for carrier-current line systems or for digital line systems; videophones - other apparatus, for carrier-current line systems or for digital line systems: modems (modulators-demodulators)

HSN Code 85175040

Electrical apparatus for line telephony or line telegraphy, including line telephone sets with cordless handsets and telecommunication apparatus for carrier-current line systems or for digital line systems; videophones - other apparatus, for carrier-current line systems or for digital line systems: high bit rate digital subscriber line system (hdsl)

HSN Code 85175050

Electrical apparatus for line telephony or line telegraphy, including line telephone sets with cordless handsets and telecommunication apparatus for carrier-current line systems or for digital line systems; videophones - other apparatus, for carrier-current line systems or for digital line systems: digital loop carrier system (dlc)

HSN Code 85175060

Electrical apparatus for line telephony or line telegraphy, including line telephone sets with cordless handsets and telecommunication apparatus for carrier-current line systems or for digital line systems; videophones - other apparatus, for carrier-current line systems or for digital line systems: synchronous digital hierarchy system (sdh)

HSN Code 85175070

Electrical apparatus for line telephony or line telegraphy, including line telephone sets with cordless handsets and telecommunication apparatus for carrier-current line systems or for digital line systems; videophones - other apparatus, for carrier-current line systems or for digital line systems: multiplexer, statistical multiplexer

HSN Code 85175091

Electrical apparatus for line telephony or line telegraphy, including line telephone sets with cordless handsets and telecommunication apparatus for carrier-current line systems or for digital line systems; videophones - other apparatus, for carrier-current line systems or for digital line systems: - other: isdn terminals

HSN Code 85175092

Electrical apparatus for line telephony or line telegraphy, including line telephone sets with cordless handsets and telecommunication apparatus for carrier-current line systems or for digital line systems; videophones - other apparatus, for carrier-current line systems or for digital line systems: - other: isdn terminal adapters

HSN Code 85175093

Electrical apparatus for line telephony or line telegraphy, including line telephone sets with cordless handsets and telecommunication apparatus for carrier-current line systems or for digital line systems; videophones - other apparatus, for carrier-current line systems or for digital line systems: - other: routers

HSN Code 85175094

Electrical apparatus for line telephony or line telegraphy, including line telephone sets with cordless handsets and telecommunication apparatus for carrier-current line systems or for digital line systems; videophones - other apparatus, for carrier-current line systems or for digital line systems: - other: x25 pads

HSN Code 85175099

Electrical apparatus for line telephony or line telegraphy, including line telephone sets with cordless handsets and telecommunication apparatus for carrier-current line systems or for digital line systems; videophones - other apparatus, for carrier-current line systems or for digital line systems: - other: other

HSN Code 85176100

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): Base stations

HSN Code 85176210

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: PLCC equipment

HSN Code 85176220

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

HSN Code 85176230

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)

HSN Code 85176240

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: High bit rate digital subscriber line system (HDSL)

HSN Code 85176250

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: Digital loop carrier system(DLC)

HSN Code 85176260

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: Synchronous digital hierarchy system(SDH)

HSN Code 85176270

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: Multiplexers, statistical multiplexers

HSN Code 85176910

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): Other: ISDN System

HSN Code 85176920

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): Other: ISDN terminal adaptor

HSN Code 85176930

Telephone sets, including telephones for cellular networks or for other wireless networks; other apparatus for the 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), other than transmission or reception apparatus of heading 8443, 8525, 8527 or 8528 - other apparatus for the 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) — other: — routers

HSN Code 85176940

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): Other: X 25 Pads

HSN Code 85176950

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): Other: Subscriber end equipment

HSN Code 85176960

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): Other: Set top boxes for gaining access to internet

HSN Code 85176970

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): Other: Attachments for telephones

HSN Code 85176990

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): Other: Other

HSN Code 85177010

Telephone sets, including telephones for cellular networks or for other wireless networks; other apparatus for the 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), other than transmission or reception apparatus of heading 8443, 8525, 8527 or 8528 - parts — populated, loaded or stuffed printed circuit boards

HSN Code 85177090

Telephone sets, including telephones for cellular networks or for other wireless networks; other apparatus for the 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), other than transmission or reception apparatus of heading 8443, 8525, 8527 or 8528 - parts — other

HSN Code 85177100

Parts : Aerials and aerial reflectors of all kinds; parts suitable for use therewith

HSN Code 85178010

Electrical apparatus for line telephony or line telegraphy, including line telephone sets with cordless handsets and telecommunication apparatus for carrier-current line systems or for digital line systems; videophones - other apparatus: attachments for telephones

HSN Code 85178020

Electrical apparatus for line telephony or line telegraphy, including line telephone sets with cordless handsets and telecommunication apparatus for carrier-current line systems or for digital line systems; videophones - other apparatus: subscriber end equipment

HSN Code 85178030

Electrical apparatus for line telephony or line telegraphy, including line telephone sets with cordless handsets and telecommunication apparatus for carrier-current line systems or for digital line systems; videophones - other apparatus: set top boxes for gaining access to the internet

HSN Code 85178090

Electrical apparatus for line telephony or line telegraphy, including line telephone sets with cordless handsets and telecommunication apparatus for carrier-current line systems or for digital line systems; videophones - other apparatus: other

HSN Code 85179010

Electrical apparatus for line telephony or line telegraphy, including line telephone sets with cordless handsets and telecommunication apparatus for carrier-current line systems or for digital line systems; videophones - parts: populated, loaded or stuffed printed circuit boards

HSN Code 85179090

Electrical apparatus for line telephony or line telegraphy, including line telephone sets with cordless handsets and telecommunication apparatus for carrier-current line systems or for digital line systems; videophones - parts: other

India’s Trade Performance — HSN Code 85176290 in FY 2024-25

TradeStat EIDB — Ministry of Commerce & Industry FY 2018-19–FY 2024-25 Values in ₹ Crore

India’s Exports

FY 2024-25

₹8,087 Cr

+12.87% vs FY 2023-24

0.2197% of India’s total exports

India’s Imports

FY 2024-25

₹29,666 Cr

−7.54% vs FY 2023-24

0.4883% of India’s total imports

Trade Balance

FY 2024-25

−₹21,579 Cr

Trade Deficit

Surplus rank #12630 of 12657 HSN codes

% of Sub-Chapter 8517

FY 2024-25

3.68%

Share of Sub-Chapter 8517’s total exports in FY 2024-25

Import side: 17.83% of Sub-Chapter 8517’s imports

Rank Within Sub-Chapter 8517

FY 2024-25

#2 of 57

Position by export value among HSN codes in Sub-Chapter 8517

Import-side rank: #2 of 57

At a glance

11.24%

Export CAGR

FY 2018-19 → FY 2024-25 · 7 fiscal years

#51

National Export Rank

of 12657 HSN codes by export value, FY 2024-25

+41.89%

Peak Growth Year

FY 2020-21 · strongest single-year move

3.68%

Contribution to Sub-Ch. 8517

Share of Sub-Chapter 8517 exports in FY 2024-25

India Export-Import Trade Statistics for 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 2018-19 Exp. Rank #64

Balance

−32,898.87

Exports

4,268.71 ₹ Cr

0.1868% share

— YoY

23.53% of Sub-Ch. 8517

Imports

37,167.58 ₹ Cr

1.0369% share

— YoY

31.57% of Sub-Ch. 8517

FY 2019-20 Exp. Rank #101

Balance

−18,397.82

Exports

3,183.81 ₹ Cr

0.1446% share

−25.42% YoY

9.59% of Sub-Ch. 8517

Imports

21,581.63 ₹ Cr

0.6447% share

−41.93% YoY

23.57% of Sub-Ch. 8517

FY 2020-21 Exp. Rank #64

Balance

−21,647.41

Exports

4,517.54 ₹ Cr

0.2100% share

+41.89% YoY

14.40% of Sub-Ch. 8517

Imports

26,164.95 ₹ Cr

0.8979% share

+21.24% YoY

26.21% of Sub-Ch. 8517

FY 2021-22 Exp. Rank #81

Balance

−23,378.21

Exports

5,187.48 ₹ Cr

0.1653% share

+14.83% YoY

9.76% of Sub-Ch. 8517

Imports

28,565.69 ₹ Cr

0.6250% share

+9.18% YoY

27.36% of Sub-Ch. 8517

FY 2022-23 Exp. Rank #59

Balance

−30,103.84

Exports

7,116.79 ₹ Cr

0.1966% share

+37.19% YoY

6.97% of Sub-Ch. 8517

Imports

37,220.63 ₹ Cr

0.6474% share

+30.30% YoY

29.10% of Sub-Ch. 8517

FY 2023-24 Exp. Rank #62

Balance

−24,921.61

Exports

7,164.36 ₹ Cr

0.1980% share

+0.67% YoY

5.09% of Sub-Ch. 8517

Imports

32,085.97 ₹ Cr

0.5713% share

−13.80% YoY

23.60% of Sub-Ch. 8517

FY 2024-25 Exp. Rank #51

Balance

−21,579.16

Exports

8,086.76 ₹ Cr

0.2197% share

+12.87% YoY

3.68% of Sub-Ch. 8517

Imports

29,665.92 ₹ Cr

0.4883% share

−7.54% YoY

17.83% of Sub-Ch. 8517

CAGR · 7-Year

Exports

11.24% /yr

Imports

−3.69% /yr

Consistently Deficit
Sub-Chapter 8517 total

reference, FY 2024-25

Export

₹2,19,707.17 Cr

Import

₹1,66,387.62 Cr

Trade Balance

+53,319.55

Peak export growth year Latest available data Not available YoY = change vs previous FY

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).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common queries about HSN Code 85176290 and GST compliance.

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).

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