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# HSN Code 85198990: Other Apparatus| Other| Others

- [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: Others | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 85198990 ?

It includes Professional Video Tape Recorders (¾” Spool)

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Other Apparatus/ Other/ Others?

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.

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Other Apparatus/ Other/ Others?

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 Other Apparatus/ Other/ Others?

Under HSN 85198990, Other Apparatus/ Other/ Others attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Other Apparatus/ Other/ Others is sold with other items?

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

### Any common misclassification issue with Other Apparatus/ Other/ Others?

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 85198990 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹5 Cr (+136.60% YoY) — 0.0001% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹110 Cr (−0.78% YoY) — 0.0018% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹105 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #10837 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 8519: 62.53% of its exports; import side 77.44%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 8519: #1 of 22 by export value; import-side #1

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 6.14% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #6730 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +136.60% in FY 2024-25
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 8519: 62.53% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 85198990

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 | 3.21 | 0.0001% | — | 65.24% | 97.28 | 0.0027% | — | 33.35% | −94.07 | #6390 |
| FY 2019-20 | 3.02 | 0.0001% | −5.92% | 93.50% | 59.17 | 0.0018% | −39.18% | 56.19% | −56.15 | #6457 |
| FY 2020-21 | 5.00 | 0.0002% | +65.56% | 87.87% | 65.07 | 0.0022% | +9.97% | 65.47% | −60.07 | #5944 |
| FY 2021-22 | 3.25 | 0.0001% | −35.00% | 75.23% | 68.07 | 0.0015% | +4.61% | 72.08% | −64.82 | #6825 |
| FY 2022-23 | 3.81 | 0.0001% | +17.23% | 83.92% | 93.21 | 0.0016% | +36.93% | 78.70% | −89.40 | #6737 |
| FY 2023-24 | 1.94 | 0.0001% | −49.08% | 67.36% | 110.64 | 0.0020% | +18.70% | 72.44% | −108.70 | #7610 |
| FY 2024-25 | 4.59 | 0.0001% | +136.60% | 62.53% | 109.78 | 0.0018% | −0.78% | 77.44% | −105.19 | #6730 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 6.14%/yr, imports 2.04%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 85198990 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 6.14% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 85198990 have grown at a compound annual rate of 6.14% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹3.21 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹4.59 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 85198990 ranked #6730 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 85198990 ranks #6730 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 8519, it ranks #1 of 22. By trade surplus, it ranks #10837 of 12657.

### FY 2024-25 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 85198990 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 85198990 was recorded in FY 2024-25, when exports surged by 136.60% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹105.19 Crore in HSN Code 85198990 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹109.78 Cr exceeded exports of ₹4.59 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹105.19 Crore — ranking #10837 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 2.04% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Other Apparatus| Other| Others

India's imports under HSN Code 85198990 have grown at 2.04% CAGR, reaching ₹109.78 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 85198990 contributes 62.53% of Sub-Chapter 8519 exports — ranked #1

Among the 22 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 8519, HSN Code 85198990 ranks #1 by export value — accounting for 62.53% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 77.44% share (rank #1).

## 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 (this hsn code) | ₹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](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85198930/) | Nil |
| — | [HSN Code 85191000: Record-Players without Loudspeaker](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85191000/) | — |