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# HSN Code 85211099: Magnetic tape-type : Other : Other

- [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 8521: Video recording apparatus](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8521/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Magnetic tape-type : Other : Other | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 85211099 ?

It includes Magnetic Media| Other| Audio Cassettes

### How much GST applies to Magnetic tape-type : Other : Other?

Under HSN 85211099, Magnetic tape-type : Other : Other attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Magnetic tape-type : Other : Other?

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 Magnetic tape-type : Other : Other?

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

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Magnetic tape-type : Other : Other?

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 Magnetic tape-type : Other : Other?

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 85211099 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: < ₹1 Crore (+39.53% YoY) — 0.0000% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹25 Cr (−20.05% YoY) — 0.0004% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹25 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #9689 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 8521: 4.29% of its exports; import side 5.40%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 8521: #2 of 12 by export value; import-side #2

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: -27.35% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #8687 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +350.00% in FY 2021-22
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 8521: 4.29% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 85211099

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. 8521 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 8521 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 4.08 | 0.0002% | — | 9.39% | 11.18 | 0.0003% | — | 1.21% | −7.10 | #6111 |
| FY 2019-20 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −96.57% | 1.88% | 7.85 | 0.0002% | −29.79% | 1.60% | −7.71 | #9016 |
| FY 2020-21 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +14.29% | 2.04% | 5.38 | 0.0002% | −31.47% | 1.73% | −5.22 | #9006 |
| FY 2021-22 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +350.00% | 10.50% | 13.37 | 0.0003% | +148.51% | 3.79% | −12.65 | #8285 |
| FY 2022-23 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −4.17% | 8.59% | 17.80 | 0.0003% | +33.13% | 5.36% | −17.11 | #8415 |
| FY 2023-24 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −37.68% | 4.47% | 31.42 | 0.0006% | +76.52% | 9.41% | −30.99 | #8919 |
| FY 2024-25 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +39.53% | 4.29% | 25.12 | 0.0004% | −20.05% | 5.40% | −24.52 | #8687 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports -27.35%/yr, imports 14.44%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 85211099 export-import analysis

### Export decline: -27.35% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 85211099 have declined at a compound annual rate of -27.35% over 7 fiscal years, falling from ₹4.08 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹0.60 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 85211099 ranked #8687 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 85211099 ranks #8687 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 8521, it ranks #2 of 12. By trade surplus, it ranks #9689 of 12657.

### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 85211099 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 85211099 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 350.00% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹24.52 Crore in HSN Code 85211099 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹25.12 Cr exceeded exports of ₹0.60 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹24.52 Crore — ranking #9689 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 14.44% CAGR signals rising demand for Magnetic tape-type : Other : Other

India's imports under HSN Code 85211099 have grown at 14.44% CAGR, reaching ₹25.12 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 85211099 contributes 4.29% of Sub-Chapter 8521 exports — ranked #2

Among the 12 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 8521, HSN Code 85211099 ranks #2 by export value — accounting for 4.29% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 5.40% share (rank #2).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 8521

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 85219090: Video recording or reproducing apparatus \| Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85219090/) | ₹12 Cr |
| #2 | HSN Code 85211099: Magnetic tape-type : Other : Other (this hsn code) | < ₹1 Crore |
| #3 | [HSN Code 85219020: Other \| Dvd Player](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85219020/) | < ₹1 Crore |
| #4 | [HSN Code 85219010: Video duplicating system: Master/slave](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85219010/) | < ₹1 Crore |
| #5 | [HSN Code 85211011: Professional Video Tape Recorders (¾” Cassette)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85211011/) | < ₹1 Crore |
| #5 | [HSN Code 85211019: Magnetic tape-type : Cassette tape-type : Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85211019/) | < ₹1 Crore |
| #7 | [HSN Code 85211029: Magnetic Tape-Type \| Spool Type](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85211029/) | < ₹1 Crore |
| — | [HSN Code 85211012: Betacam/Digital Betacam VCR](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85211012/) | Nil |
| — | [HSN Code 85211021: Professional Video Tape Recorders (¾” or 1″ Tape)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85211021/) | Nil |
| — | [HSN Code 85211022: Video Recording Devices (Portable)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85211022/) | Nil |