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# HSN Code 85334090: Other variable resistors, including rheostats and potentiometers: Other

- [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 |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Other variable resistors, including rheostats and potentiometers : Other | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 85334090 ?

It includes Fuse gear

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Other variable resistors, including rheostats and potentiometers: Other is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Other variable resistors, including rheostats and potentiometers: Other; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Other variable resistors, including rheostats and potentiometers: Other?

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 Other variable resistors, including rheostats and potentiometers: Other?

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.

### Any common misclassification issue with Other variable resistors, including rheostats and potentiometers: Other?

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

### How much GST applies to Other variable resistors, including rheostats and potentiometers: Other?

Under HSN 85334090, Other variable resistors, including rheostats and potentiometers: Other attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 85334090 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹54 Cr (+7.95% YoY) — 0.0015% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹1,013 Cr (+18.88% YoY) — 0.0167% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹960 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #12199 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 8533: 12.79% of its exports; import side 27.51%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 8533: #4 of 20 by export value; import-side #1

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 4.80% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #3522 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +28.83% in FY 2021-22
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 8533: 12.79% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 85334090

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 | 40.57 | 0.0018% | — | 16.58% | 571.88 | 0.0160% | — | 27.46% | −531.31 | #3180 |
| FY 2019-20 | 29.74 | 0.0014% | −26.69% | 14.29% | 552.77 | 0.0165% | −3.34% | 30.24% | −523.03 | #3600 |
| FY 2020-21 | 33.79 | 0.0016% | +13.62% | 12.21% | 532.16 | 0.0183% | −3.73% | 26.37% | −498.37 | #3492 |
| FY 2021-22 | 43.53 | 0.0014% | +28.83% | 11.53% | 620.03 | 0.0136% | +16.51% | 25.04% | −576.50 | #3557 |
| FY 2022-23 | 52.29 | 0.0014% | +20.12% | 12.67% | 716.40 | 0.0125% | +15.54% | 25.78% | −664.11 | #3419 |
| FY 2023-24 | 49.79 | 0.0014% | −4.78% | 12.50% | 852.38 | 0.0152% | +18.98% | 26.47% | −802.59 | #3536 |
| FY 2024-25 | 53.75 | 0.0015% | +7.95% | 12.79% | 1,013.28 | 0.0167% | +18.88% | 27.51% | −959.53 | #3522 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 4.80%/yr, imports 10.00%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 85334090 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 4.80% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 85334090 have grown at a compound annual rate of 4.80% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹40.57 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹53.75 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 85334090 ranked #3522 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 85334090 ranks #3522 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 8533, it ranks #4 of 20. By trade surplus, it ranks #12199 of 12657.

### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 85334090 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 85334090 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 28.83% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹959.53 Crore in HSN Code 85334090 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹1,013.28 Cr exceeded exports of ₹53.75 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹959.53 Crore — ranking #12199 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 10.00% CAGR signals rising demand for Other variable resistors, including rheostats and potentiometers: Other

India's imports under HSN Code 85334090 have grown at 10.00% CAGR, reaching ₹1,013.28 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 85334090 contributes 12.79% of Sub-Chapter 8533 exports — ranked #4

Among the 20 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 8533, HSN Code 85334090 ranks #4 by export value — accounting for 12.79% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 27.51% share (rank #1).

## 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 (this hsn code) | ₹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 |