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# HSN Code 85311020: Fire alarm systems

- [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 8531: Electric Signaling Apparatus](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8531/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Burglar or fire alarms and similar apparatus : Fire alarm | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 85311020 ?

It includes Other fixed capacitors : Aluminium electrolytic

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Fire alarm systems?

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 should mixed supplies be billed when Fire alarm systems is sold with other items?

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

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Fire alarm systems?

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 Fire alarm systems?

Under HSN 85311020, Fire alarm systems attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Fire alarm systems?

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.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 85311020 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹84 Cr (+25.22% YoY) — 0.0023% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹142 Cr (−15.21% YoY) — 0.0023% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹58 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #10360 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 8531: 11.04% of its exports; import side 6.11%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 8531: #4 of 6 by export value; import-side #5

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 32.00% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #2915 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +140.80% in FY 2019-20
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 8531: 11.04% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 85311020

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. 8531 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 8531 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 15.81 | 0.0007% | — | 4.04% | 53.60 | 0.0015% | — | 3.51% | −37.79 | #4398 |
| FY 2019-20 | 38.07 | 0.0017% | +140.80% | 8.46% | 81.68 | 0.0024% | +52.39% | 5.55% | −43.61 | #3283 |
| FY 2020-21 | 28.27 | 0.0013% | −25.74% | 7.61% | 51.05 | 0.0018% | −37.50% | 4.35% | −22.78 | #3743 |
| FY 2021-22 | 30.56 | 0.0010% | +8.10% | 7.42% | 88.20 | 0.0019% | +72.77% | 5.69% | −57.64 | #4025 |
| FY 2022-23 | 59.28 | 0.0016% | +93.98% | 10.58% | 134.49 | 0.0023% | +52.48% | 6.00% | −75.21 | #3249 |
| FY 2023-24 | 66.78 | 0.0018% | +12.65% | 9.42% | 167.31 | 0.0030% | +24.40% | 7.13% | −100.53 | #3135 |
| FY 2024-25 | 83.62 | 0.0023% | +25.22% | 11.04% | 141.86 | 0.0023% | −15.21% | 6.11% | −58.24 | #2915 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 32.00%/yr, imports 17.61%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 85311020 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 32.00% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 85311020 have grown at a compound annual rate of 32.00% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹15.81 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹83.62 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 85311020 ranked #2915 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 85311020 ranks #2915 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 8531, it ranks #4 of 6. By trade surplus, it ranks #10360 of 12657.

### FY 2019-20 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 85311020 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 85311020 was recorded in FY 2019-20, when exports surged by 140.80% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹58.24 Crore in HSN Code 85311020 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹141.86 Cr exceeded exports of ₹83.62 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹58.24 Crore — ranking #10360 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 17.61% CAGR signals rising demand for Fire alarm systems

India's imports under HSN Code 85311020 have grown at 17.61% CAGR, reaching ₹141.86 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 85311020 contributes 11.04% of Sub-Chapter 8531 exports — ranked #4

Among the 6 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 8531, HSN Code 85311020 ranks #4 by export value — accounting for 11.04% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 6.11% share (rank #5).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 8531

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 85319000: Other Electrical Control Panels](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85319000/) | ₹266 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 85318000: Other Apparatus](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85318000/) | ₹167 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 85311090: Fire alarms](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85311090/) | ₹160 Cr |
| #4 | HSN Code 85311020: Fire alarm systems (this hsn code) | ₹84 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 85312000: Liquid Crystal/Light Emitting Diode Indicator Panels](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85312000/) | ₹67 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 85311010: Burglar alarm](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85311010/) | ₹13 Cr |