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# HSN Code 85333990: Other Wirewound Variable Resistors

- [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 8533: Electrical Resistors](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8533/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Wirewound variable resistors, including rheostats and potentiometers : Other : Other | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 85333990 ?

It includes Fuses: Switches upto 15 amps

### Any common misclassification issue with Other Wirewound Variable Resistors?

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 Other Wirewound Variable Resistors?

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 Other Wirewound Variable Resistors?

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 Other Wirewound Variable Resistors is sold with other items?

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

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Other Wirewound Variable Resistors?

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

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 85333990 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹2 Cr (+19.90% YoY) — 0.0001% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹88 Cr (+1.84% YoY) — 0.0014% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹85 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #10674 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 8533: 0.55% of its exports; import side 2.38%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 8533: #13 of 20 by export value; import-side #8

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 23.04% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #7477 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +505.95% in FY 2022-23
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 8533: 0.55% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 85333990

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. 8533 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 8533 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 0.27% | 85.71 | 0.0024% | — | 4.12% | −85.05 | #7962 |
| FY 2019-20 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +18.18% | 0.37% | 48.47 | 0.0014% | −43.45% | 2.65% | −47.69 | #7829 |
| FY 2020-21 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +17.95% | 0.33% | 45.08 | 0.0015% | −6.99% | 2.23% | −44.16 | #7727 |
| FY 2021-22 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −8.70% | 0.22% | 61.97 | 0.0014% | +37.47% | 2.50% | −61.13 | #8136 |
| FY 2022-23 | 5.09 | 0.0001% | +505.95% | 1.23% | 87.67 | 0.0015% | +41.47% | 3.15% | −82.58 | #6438 |
| FY 2023-24 | 1.91 | 0.0001% | −62.48% | 0.48% | 86.00 | 0.0015% | −1.90% | 2.67% | −84.09 | #7626 |
| FY 2024-25 | 2.29 | 0.0001% | +19.90% | 0.55% | 87.58 | 0.0014% | +1.84% | 2.38% | −85.29 | #7477 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 23.04%/yr, imports 0.36%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 85333990 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 23.04% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 85333990 have grown at a compound annual rate of 23.04% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹0.66 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹2.29 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 85333990 ranked #7477 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 85333990 ranks #7477 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 8533, it ranks #13 of 20. By trade surplus, it ranks #10674 of 12657.

### FY 2022-23 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 85333990 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 85333990 was recorded in FY 2022-23, when exports surged by 505.95% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹85.29 Crore in HSN Code 85333990 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹87.58 Cr exceeded exports of ₹2.29 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹85.29 Crore — ranking #10674 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 0.36% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Other Wirewound Variable Resistors

India's imports under HSN Code 85333990 have grown at 0.36% CAGR, reaching ₹87.58 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 85333990 contributes 0.55% of Sub-Chapter 8533 exports — ranked #13

Among the 20 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 8533, HSN Code 85333990 ranks #13 by export value — accounting for 0.55% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 2.38% share (rank #8).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 8533

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 85331000: Fixed Carbon Resistors](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85331000/) | ₹94 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 85334030: Other Variable Resistors: Rheostats, Potentiometers & Thermistors](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85334030/) | ₹75 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 85332919: Parts of Electrical Connectors (Plastic Shell)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85332919/) | ₹66 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 85334090: Other variable resistors, including rheostats and potentiometers: Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85334090/) | ₹54 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 85332119: Other Bare Wire Fixed Resistors (≤20W)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85332119/) | ₹33 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 85339000: Parts](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85339000/) | ₹23 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Code 85332111: Electrical Connectors with Metal Shell](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85332111/) | ₹22 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Code 85334010: Potentiometers](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85334010/) | ₹15 Cr |
| #9 | [HSN Code 85332129: Electrical Connectors (Other Types)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85332129/) | ₹14 Cr |
| #10 | [HSN Code 85332929: Parts of Electrical Connectors (Other Types)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85332929/) | ₹9 Cr |
| #13 | HSN Code 85333990: Other Wirewound Variable Resistors (this hsn code) | ₹2 Cr |