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# HSN Code 85255010: Radio broadcast transmitter

- [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 8525: Transmission apparatus](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8525/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Transmission apparatus: Radio broadcast transmitter | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 85255010 ?

It includes Radiation-Hardened/Tolerant TV/Digital Cameras

### How much GST applies to Radio broadcast transmitter?

Under HSN 85255010, Radio broadcast transmitter attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Radio broadcast transmitter?

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 Radio broadcast transmitter?

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 Radio broadcast transmitter?

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 should mixed supplies be billed when Radio broadcast transmitter is sold with other items?

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

### Any common misclassification issue with Radio broadcast transmitter?

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 85255010 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: < ₹1 Crore (−76.47% YoY) — 0.0000% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹51 Cr (+318.73% YoY) — 0.0008% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹51 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #10271 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 8525: 0.01% of its exports; import side 0.29%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 8525: #11 of 41 by export value; import-side #6

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 0.00% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #9843 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +1,790.00% in FY 2021-22
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 8525: 0.01% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 85255010

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. 8525 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 8525 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 0.01% | 7.88 | 0.0002% | — | 0.07% | −7.80 | #9301 |
| FY 2019-20 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −12.50% | 0.01% | 9.00 | 0.0003% | +14.21% | 0.05% | −8.93 | #9335 |
| FY 2020-21 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +42.86% | 0.02% | 6.54 | 0.0002% | −27.33% | 0.05% | −6.44 | #9236 |
| FY 2021-22 | 1.89 | 0.0001% | +1,790.00% | 0.33% | 9.63 | 0.0002% | +47.25% | 0.07% | −7.74 | #7389 |
| FY 2022-23 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −82.54% | 0.06% | 7.50 | 0.0001% | −22.12% | 0.05% | −7.17 | #8991 |
| FY 2023-24 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +3.03% | 0.03% | 12.28 | 0.0002% | +63.73% | 0.08% | −11.94 | #9097 |
| FY 2024-25 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −76.47% | 0.01% | 51.42 | 0.0008% | +318.73% | 0.29% | −51.34 | #9843 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 0.00%/yr, imports 36.70%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 85255010 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 0.00% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 85255010 have grown at a compound annual rate of 0.00% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹0.08 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹0.08 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 85255010 ranked #9843 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 85255010 ranks #9843 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 8525, it ranks #11 of 41. By trade surplus, it ranks #10271 of 12657.

### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 85255010 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 85255010 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 1,790.00% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹51.34 Crore in HSN Code 85255010 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹51.42 Cr exceeded exports of ₹0.08 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹51.34 Crore — ranking #10271 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 36.70% CAGR signals rising demand for Radio broadcast transmitter

India's imports under HSN Code 85255010 have grown at 36.70% CAGR, reaching ₹51.42 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 85255010 contributes 0.01% of Sub-Chapter 8525 exports — ranked #11

Among the 41 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 8525, HSN Code 85255010 ranks #11 by export value — accounting for 0.01% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.29% share (rank #6).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 8525

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 85258900: Digital and video camera recorders](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85258900/) | ₹908 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 85256000: Transmission & reception apparatus](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85256000/) | ₹239 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 85255090: Transmission Apparatus\| Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85255090/) | ₹50 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 85255030: Broadcast equipment](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85255030/) | ₹12 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 85258300: Night Vision Cameras](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85258300/) | ₹9 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 85255040: Communication jamming equipment](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85255040/) | ₹6 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Code 85258100: High-Speed Camera](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85258100/) | ₹2 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Code 85258200: Radiation-Hardened/Tolerant TV/Digital Cameras](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85258200/) | < ₹1 Crore |
| #9 | [HSN Code 85255050: Walkie Talkie Set (Radio/TV Broadcast Transmission with Reception)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85255050/) | < ₹1 Crore |
| #10 | [HSN Code 85258090: Radio-Broadcast Receiver with Sound Recording/Reproducing Apparatus](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85258090/) | < ₹1 Crore |
| #11 | HSN Code 85255010: Radio broadcast transmitter (this hsn code) | < ₹1 Crore |