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# HSN Code 85261000: Radar apparatus

- [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 8526: Radar apparatus](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8526/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Radar apparatus | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 85261000 ?

It includes Other | Radio Remote Control Apparatus

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Radar apparatus is sold with other items?

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

### How much GST applies to Radar apparatus?

Under HSN 85261000, Radar apparatus attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Radar apparatus?

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 Radar apparatus?

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

### Any common misclassification issue with Radar apparatus?

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

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Radar apparatus?

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.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 85261000 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹172 Cr (+116.82% YoY) — 0.0047% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹486 Cr (+229.60% YoY) — 0.0080% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹315 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #11617 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 8526: 15.15% of its exports; import side 39.76%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 8526: #2 of 8 by export value; import-side #1

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 8.38% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #2006 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +2,381.92% in FY 2020-21
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 8526: 15.15% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 85261000

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. 8526 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 8526 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 105.86 | 0.0046% | — | 26.04% | 112.44 | 0.0031% | — | 12.12% | −6.58 | #1949 |
| FY 2019-20 | 24.67 | 0.0011% | −76.70% | 6.25% | 100.00 | 0.0030% | −11.06% | 8.84% | −75.33 | #3842 |
| FY 2020-21 | 612.29 | 0.0285% | +2,381.92% | 43.55% | 343.61 | 0.0118% | +243.61% | 12.36% | +268.68 | #567 |
| FY 2021-22 | 874.51 | 0.0279% | +42.83% | 42.48% | 359.56 | 0.0079% | +4.64% | 11.56% | +514.95 | #518 |
| FY 2022-23 | 620.35 | 0.0171% | −29.06% | 33.77% | 36.49 | 0.0006% | −89.85% | 2.38% | +583.86 | #777 |
| FY 2023-24 | 79.15 | 0.0022% | −87.24% | 9.87% | 147.55 | 0.0026% | +304.36% | 8.18% | −68.40 | #2881 |
| FY 2024-25 | 171.61 | 0.0047% | +116.82% | 15.15% | 486.32 | 0.0080% | +229.60% | 39.76% | −314.71 | #2006 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 8.38%/yr, imports 27.64%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 85261000 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 8.38% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 85261000 have grown at a compound annual rate of 8.38% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹105.86 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹171.61 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 85261000 ranked #2006 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 85261000 ranks #2006 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 8526, it ranks #2 of 8. By trade surplus, it ranks #11617 of 12657.

### FY 2020-21 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 85261000 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 85261000 was recorded in FY 2020-21, when exports surged by 2,381.92% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹314.71 Crore in HSN Code 85261000 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹486.32 Cr exceeded exports of ₹171.61 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹314.71 Crore — ranking #11617 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 27.64% CAGR signals rising demand for Radar apparatus

India's imports under HSN Code 85261000 have grown at 27.64% CAGR, reaching ₹486.32 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 85261000 contributes 15.15% of Sub-Chapter 8526 exports — ranked #2

Among the 8 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 8526, HSN Code 85261000 ranks #2 by export value — accounting for 15.15% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 39.76% share (rank #1).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 8526

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 85269190: Other : Radio navigational aid apparatus: Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85269190/) | ₹914 Cr |
| #2 | HSN Code 85261000: Radar apparatus (this hsn code) | ₹172 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 85269120: Instrument landing system](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85269120/) | ₹26 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 85269200: Other \| Radio Remote Control Apparatus](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85269200/) | ₹16 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 85269130: Other: Radio navigational aid apparatus: Direction finding equipment](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85269130/) | ₹3 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 85269150: VHF omni range](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85269150/) | ₹2 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Code 85269110: Other: Radio navigational aid apparatus: Direction measuring equipment](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85269110/) | ₹1 Cr |
| — | [HSN Code 85269140: Radio navigational aid: Non-directional beacon](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85269140/) | Nil |