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# HSN Code 85367000: Connectors for optical fibres/cables

- [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 |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Connectors for optical fibres, optical fibre bundles or cables | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 85367000 ?

It includes Industrial Boards, Panels, Cabinets

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Connectors for optical fibres/cables?

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 Connectors for optical fibres/cables is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Connectors for optical fibres/cables; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Connectors for optical fibres/cables?

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 Connectors for optical fibres/cables?

Under HSN 85367000, Connectors for optical fibres/cables attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Connectors for optical fibres/cables?

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.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 85367000 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹170 Cr (+173.22% YoY) — 0.0046% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹404 Cr (+13.54% YoY) — 0.0067% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹234 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #11422 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 8536: 1.49% of its exports; import side 1.66%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 8536: #15 of 27 by export value; import-side #9

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 30.06% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #2018 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +230.78% in FY 2020-21
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 8536: 1.49% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 85367000

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 | 35.17 | 0.0015% | — | 0.69% | 231.13 | 0.0064% | — | 2.07% | −195.96 | #3369 |
| FY 2019-20 | 10.98 | 0.0005% | −68.78% | 0.22% | 211.00 | 0.0063% | −8.71% | 1.89% | −200.02 | #4887 |
| FY 2020-21 | 36.32 | 0.0017% | +230.78% | 0.66% | 235.77 | 0.0081% | +11.74% | 2.10% | −199.45 | #3398 |
| FY 2021-22 | 109.97 | 0.0035% | +202.78% | 1.46% | 281.25 | 0.0062% | +19.29% | 1.90% | −171.28 | #2282 |
| FY 2022-23 | 43.73 | 0.0012% | −60.23% | 0.51% | 370.03 | 0.0064% | +31.57% | 1.92% | −326.30 | #3661 |
| FY 2023-24 | 62.29 | 0.0017% | +42.44% | 0.67% | 356.07 | 0.0063% | −3.77% | 1.66% | −293.78 | #3229 |
| FY 2024-25 | 170.19 | 0.0046% | +173.22% | 1.49% | 404.29 | 0.0067% | +13.54% | 1.66% | −234.10 | #2018 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 30.06%/yr, imports 9.77%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 85367000 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 30.06% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 85367000 have grown at a compound annual rate of 30.06% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹35.17 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹170.19 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 85367000 ranked #2018 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 85367000 ranks #2018 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 8536, it ranks #15 of 27. By trade surplus, it ranks #11422 of 12657.

### FY 2020-21 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 85367000 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 85367000 was recorded in FY 2020-21, when exports surged by 230.78% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹234.10 Crore in HSN Code 85367000 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹404.29 Cr exceeded exports of ₹170.19 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹234.10 Crore — ranking #11422 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 9.77% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Connectors for optical fibres/cables

India's imports under HSN Code 85367000 have grown at 9.77% CAGR, reaching ₹404.29 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 85367000 contributes 1.49% of Sub-Chapter 8536 exports — ranked #15

Among the 27 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 8536, HSN Code 85367000 ranks #15 by export value — accounting for 1.49% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 1.66% share (rank #9).

## 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 |
| #15 | HSN Code 85367000: Connectors for optical fibres/cables (this hsn code) | ₹170 Cr |