--- title: "HSN Code for Matrices for Records/Prepared Record Blanks (Recorded) | HSN 85249990 GST Rate" description: "Find HSN and GST Rates for 85249990 related to Matrices for Records/Prepared Record Blanks (Recorded) with BUSY Accounting - The reliable source for HSN and GST details in India." canonical: "https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85249990/" --- # HSN Code 85249990: Matrices for Records/Prepared Record Blanks (Recorded) - [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 8524: Recorded Media](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8524/) ## GST rates | Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Other | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% | ## Frequently asked questions ### What products are classified under HSN 85249990 ? It includes Digital Cameras (New Heading) ### How should mixed supplies be billed when Matrices for Records/Prepared Record Blanks (Recorded) is sold with other items? Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Matrices for Records/Prepared Record Blanks (Recorded); Nil for exempt items if applicable). ### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Matrices for Records/Prepared Record Blanks (Recorded)? 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 Matrices for Records/Prepared Record Blanks (Recorded)? 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. ### How much GST applies to Matrices for Records/Prepared Record Blanks (Recorded)? Under HSN 85249990, Matrices for Records/Prepared Record Blanks (Recorded) attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice. ### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Matrices for Records/Prepared Record Blanks (Recorded)? 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. ### Any common misclassification issue with Matrices for Records/Prepared Record Blanks (Recorded)? 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 85249990 (FY 2024-25) Source: TradeStat EIDB, Ministry of Commerce & Industry. Values in ₹ Crore (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25). - Exports: ₹3 Cr (−85.35% YoY) — 0.0001% of India's total exports - Imports: ₹3,511 Cr (+25.43% YoY) — 0.0578% of India's total imports - Trade balance: −₹3,509 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #12514 of 12657 HSN codes - Share of Sub-Chapter 8524: 0.51% of its exports; import side 8.52% - Rank within Sub-Chapter 8524: #11 of 72 by export value; import-side #6 ### Key metrics - National export rank: #7302 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25) - Peak growth year: −85.35% in FY 2024-25 - Contribution to Sub-Ch. 8524: 0.51% of its exports (FY 2024-25) ## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 85249990 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. 8524 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 8524 | Trade balance | Exp rank | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | FY 2018-19 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | — | Nil | 0.0000% | — | — | 0.00 | — | | FY 2019-20 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | — | Nil | 0.0000% | — | — | 0.00 | — | | FY 2020-21 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | — | Nil | 0.0000% | — | — | 0.00 | — | | FY 2021-22 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | — | Nil | 0.0000% | — | — | 0.00 | — | | FY 2022-23 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | 0.00 | — | | FY 2023-24 | 18.50 | 0.0005% | — | 2.28% | 2,799.40 | 0.0498% | — | 10.80% | −2,780.90 | #4879 | | FY 2024-25 | 2.71 | 0.0001% | −85.35% | 0.51% | 3,511.38 | 0.0578% | +25.43% | 8.52% | −3,508.67 | #7302 | ## Key trade insights: HSN Code 85249990 export-import analysis ### Export snapshot for HSN Code 85249990 India exported ₹2.71 Crore worth of Matrices for Records/Prepared Record Blanks (Recorded) in FY 2024-25. Multi-year trend data is being compiled for this hsn code. ### HSN Code 85249990 ranked #7302 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 85249990 ranks #7302 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 8524, it ranks #11 of 72. By trade surplus, it ranks #12514 of 12657. ### FY 2024-25 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 85249990 exports The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 85249990 was recorded in FY 2024-25, when exports declined by 85.35% over the prior year. ### India records a trade deficit of ₹3,508.67 Crore in HSN Code 85249990 goods In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹3,511.38 Cr exceeded exports of ₹2.71 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹3,508.67 Crore — ranking #12514 of 12657 by surplus magnitude. ### HSN Code 85249990 contributes 0.51% of Sub-Chapter 8524 exports — ranked #11 Among the 72 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 8524, HSN Code 85249990 ranks #11 by export value — accounting for 0.51% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 8.52% share (rank #6). ## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 8524 Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25). | Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) | | --- | --- | --- | | #1 | [HSN Code 85249220: For the goods of sub-heading 8528 72 or 8528 72](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85249220/) | ₹260 Cr | | #2 | [HSN Code 85249130: LCD module w/ drivers, TVs](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85249130/) | ₹108 Cr | | #3 | [HSN Code 85249110: IT Software on Floppy Disc/Cartridge Tape](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85249110/) | ₹56 Cr | | #4 | [HSN Code 85249120: For the goods of sub-heading 8528 72 or 8528 72](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85249120/) | ₹44 Cr | | #5 | [HSN Code 85241190: For the goods of sub-heading 8471 30 or 8471 40](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85241190/) | ₹22 Cr | | #6 | [HSN Code 85249190: For the goods of sub-heading 8471 30 or 8471 40](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85249190/) | ₹13 Cr | | #7 | [HSN Code 85241220: For the goods of sub-heading 8528 72 or 8528 72](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85241220/) | ₹10 Cr | | #8 | [HSN Code 85241290: For the goods of sub-heading 8471 30 or 8471 40](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85241290/) | ₹5 Cr | | #9 | [HSN Code 85249910: For the goods of sub-heading 8517 13 or 8517 13](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85249910/) | ₹5 Cr | | #10 | [HSN Code 85249930: Other FPD w/ drivers for TVs](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85249930/) | ₹4 Cr | | #11 | HSN Code 85249990: Matrices for Records/Prepared Record Blanks (Recorded) (this hsn code) | ₹3 Cr |