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# HSN Code 85363000: Electrical circuit protection 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 8536: Circuit switching apparatus](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8536/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Other apparatus for protecting electrical circuits | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 85363000 ?

It includes Lamp-holders of other materials

### How much GST applies to Electrical circuit protection apparatus?

Under HSN 85363000, Electrical circuit protection apparatus attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Any common misclassification issue with Electrical circuit protection 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 Electrical circuit protection 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.

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Electrical circuit protection apparatus is sold with other items?

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

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Electrical circuit protection apparatus?

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 85363000 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹119 Cr (−1.70% YoY) — 0.0032% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹631 Cr (+10.65% YoY) — 0.0104% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹513 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #11915 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 8536: 1.04% of its exports; import side 2.60%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 8536: #16 of 27 by export value; import-side #7

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 4.72% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #2447 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +29.91% in FY 2023-24
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 8536: 1.04% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 85363000

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. 8536 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 8536 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 90.05 | 0.0039% | — | 1.77% | 363.24 | 0.0101% | — | 3.25% | −273.19 | #2136 |
| FY 2019-20 | 77.14 | 0.0035% | −14.34% | 1.51% | 320.54 | 0.0096% | −11.76% | 2.88% | −243.40 | #2316 |
| FY 2020-21 | 82.69 | 0.0038% | +7.19% | 1.49% | 278.20 | 0.0095% | −13.21% | 2.48% | −195.51 | #2285 |
| FY 2021-22 | 90.03 | 0.0029% | +8.88% | 1.19% | 345.52 | 0.0076% | +24.20% | 2.34% | −255.49 | #2563 |
| FY 2022-23 | 93.01 | 0.0026% | +3.31% | 1.08% | 419.26 | 0.0073% | +21.34% | 2.18% | −326.25 | #2629 |
| FY 2023-24 | 120.83 | 0.0033% | +29.91% | 1.31% | 570.65 | 0.0102% | +36.11% | 2.67% | −449.82 | #2346 |
| FY 2024-25 | 118.77 | 0.0032% | −1.70% | 1.04% | 631.40 | 0.0104% | +10.65% | 2.60% | −512.63 | #2447 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 4.72%/yr, imports 9.65%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 85363000 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 4.72% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 85363000 have grown at a compound annual rate of 4.72% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹90.05 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹118.77 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 85363000 ranked #2447 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 85363000 ranks #2447 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 8536, it ranks #16 of 27. By trade surplus, it ranks #11915 of 12657.

### FY 2023-24 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 85363000 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 85363000 was recorded in FY 2023-24, when exports surged by 29.91% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹512.63 Crore in HSN Code 85363000 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹631.40 Cr exceeded exports of ₹118.77 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹512.63 Crore — ranking #11915 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 9.65% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Electrical circuit protection apparatus

India's imports under HSN Code 85363000 have grown at 9.65% CAGR, reaching ₹631.40 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 85363000 contributes 1.04% of Sub-Chapter 8536 exports — ranked #16

Among the 27 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 8536, HSN Code 85363000 ranks #16 by export value — accounting for 1.04% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 2.60% share (rank #7).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 8536

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 85369090: Other Apparatus \| Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85369090/) | ₹4,212 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 85365090: Other Switches](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85365090/) | ₹1,267 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 85362030: Miniature circuit breakers](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85362030/) | ₹752 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 85364900: Relays](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85364900/) | ₹742 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 85362010: Automatic circuit breakers: Air circuit breakers](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85362010/) | ₹588 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 85365020: Switches\| Plastic](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85365020/) | ₹491 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Code 85362090: Other Automatic Circuit Breakers](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85362090/) | ₹454 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Code 85369030: Other Apparatus \| Junction Boxes](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85369030/) | ₹446 Cr |
| #9 | [HSN Code 85364100: Pocket Lighters, Gas Fuelled, Refillable](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85364100/) | ₹430 Cr |
| #10 | [HSN Code 85362020: Moulded case circuit breakers](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85362020/) | ₹393 Cr |
| #16 | HSN Code 85363000: Electrical circuit protection apparatus (this hsn code) | ₹119 Cr |