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# HSN Code 85311090: Fire alarms

- [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 : Other | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 85311090 ?

It includes Ceramic dielectric capacitors

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

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

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Fire alarms?

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.

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

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 Fire alarms?

Under HSN 85311090, Fire alarms attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Fire alarms is sold with other items?

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

### Any common misclassification issue with Fire alarms?

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 85311090 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹160 Cr (+25.13% YoY) — 0.0044% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹533 Cr (+15.38% YoY) — 0.0088% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹373 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #11715 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 8531: 21.16% of its exports; import side 22.95%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 8531: #3 of 6 by export value; import-side #2

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 5.26% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #2085 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +35.64% in FY 2022-23
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 8531: 21.16% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 85311090

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 | 117.80 | 0.0052% | — | 30.10% | 296.41 | 0.0083% | — | 19.44% | −178.61 | #1828 |
| FY 2019-20 | 140.65 | 0.0064% | +19.40% | 31.25% | 313.90 | 0.0094% | +5.90% | 21.33% | −173.25 | #1641 |
| FY 2020-21 | 92.11 | 0.0043% | −34.51% | 24.79% | 218.93 | 0.0075% | −30.25% | 18.66% | −126.82 | #2167 |
| FY 2021-22 | 90.71 | 0.0029% | −1.52% | 22.03% | 279.34 | 0.0061% | +27.59% | 18.02% | −188.63 | #2555 |
| FY 2022-23 | 123.04 | 0.0034% | +35.64% | 21.96% | 350.55 | 0.0061% | +25.49% | 15.65% | −227.51 | #2273 |
| FY 2023-24 | 128.07 | 0.0035% | +4.09% | 18.07% | 462.14 | 0.0082% | +31.83% | 19.71% | −334.07 | #2281 |
| FY 2024-25 | 160.26 | 0.0044% | +25.13% | 21.16% | 533.20 | 0.0088% | +15.38% | 22.95% | −372.94 | #2085 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 5.26%/yr, imports 10.28%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 85311090 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 5.26% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 85311090 have grown at a compound annual rate of 5.26% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹117.80 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹160.26 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 85311090 ranked #2085 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 85311090 ranks #2085 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 8531, it ranks #3 of 6. By trade surplus, it ranks #11715 of 12657.

### FY 2022-23 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 85311090 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 85311090 was recorded in FY 2022-23, when exports surged by 35.64% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹372.94 Crore in HSN Code 85311090 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹533.20 Cr exceeded exports of ₹160.26 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹372.94 Crore — ranking #11715 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 10.28% CAGR signals rising demand for Fire alarms

India's imports under HSN Code 85311090 have grown at 10.28% CAGR, reaching ₹533.20 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 85311090 contributes 21.16% of Sub-Chapter 8531 exports — ranked #3

Among the 6 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 8531, HSN Code 85311090 ranks #3 by export value — accounting for 21.16% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 22.95% share (rank #2).

## 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 (this hsn code) | ₹160 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 85311020: Fire alarm systems](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85311020/) | ₹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 |