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# HSN Code 85198930: Time Code Recorder

- [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 8519: Sound Recording Apparatus](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8519/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Other apparatus: Other: Time Code recorder | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 85198930 ?

It includes Video Recording Devices (Portable)

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Time Code Recorder is sold with other items?

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

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Time Code Recorder?

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 Time Code Recorder?

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

### How much GST applies to Time Code Recorder?

Under HSN 85198930, Time Code Recorder attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Time Code Recorder?

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 Time Code Recorder?

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.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 85198930 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: Nil — 0.0000% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹1 Cr (−71.36% YoY) — 0.0000% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹1 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #7954 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 8519: 0.00% of its exports; import side 0.79%

### Key metrics

- Peak growth year: −100.00% in FY 2023-24
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 8519: 0.00% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 85198930

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. 8519 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 8519 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 0.11% | −0.31 | — |
| FY 2019-20 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | Nil | 0.0000% | −100.00% | 0.00% | 0.00 | — |
| FY 2020-21 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 0.98% | −0.97 | — |
| FY 2021-22 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | Nil | 0.0000% | −100.00% | 0.00% | 0.00 | — |
| FY 2022-23 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 0.44% | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | +0.02 | #10152 |
| FY 2023-24 | Nil | 0.0000% | −100.00% | 0.00% | 3.91 | 0.0001% | — | 2.56% | −3.91 | — |
| FY 2024-25 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | 1.12 | 0.0000% | −71.36% | 0.79% | −1.12 | — |

- CAGR (7-year): exports —/yr, imports 23.87%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 85198930 export-import analysis

### Export snapshot for HSN Code 85198930

India exported ₹0.00 Crore worth of Time Code Recorder in FY 2024-25. Multi-year trend data is being compiled for this hsn code.

### FY 2023-24 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 85198930 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 85198930 was recorded in FY 2023-24, when exports declined by 100.00% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹1.12 Crore in HSN Code 85198930 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹1.12 Cr exceeded exports of ₹0.00 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹1.12 Crore — ranking #7954 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 23.87% CAGR signals rising demand for Time Code Recorder

India's imports under HSN Code 85198930 have grown at 23.87% CAGR, reaching ₹1.12 Crore in FY 2024-25.

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 8519

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 85198990: Other Apparatus\| Other\| Others](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85198990/) | ₹5 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 85193000: Turntables (record-decks)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85193000/) | ₹1 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 85198940: Other Apparatus\| Other\| Mp-3 Player](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85198940/) | < ₹1 Crore |
| #4 | [HSN Code 85198100: Magnetic, optical apparatus: Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85198100/) | < ₹1 Crore |
| #5 | [HSN Code 85198910: Other apparatus: Other: Audio Compact disc player](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85198910/) | < ₹1 Crore |
| #6 | [HSN Code 85192000: Coin/Banknote/Card/Token Operated Apparatus](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85192000/) | < ₹1 Crore |
| — | [HSN Code 85195000: Pocket-Size Cassette Players](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85195000/) | Nil |
| — | [HSN Code 85198920: CD Changer/Mini Disc/Laser Disc Player](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85198920/) | Nil |
| — | HSN Code 85198930: Time Code Recorder (this hsn code) | Nil |
| — | [HSN Code 85191000: Record-Players without Loudspeaker](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85191000/) | — |