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# HSN Code 85369020: Other apparatus : Motor starters for DC motors

- [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 : Motor starters for DC motors | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 85369020 ?

It includes Parts for Electrical Machinery & Audio-Visual Equipment

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Other apparatus : Motor starters for DC motors?

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 apparatus : Motor starters for DC motors?

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 Other apparatus : Motor starters for DC motors?

Under HSN 85369020, Other apparatus : Motor starters for DC motors attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Other apparatus : Motor starters for DC motors is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Other apparatus : Motor starters for DC motors; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Other apparatus : Motor starters for DC motors?

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 85369020 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹4 Cr (+132.93% YoY) — 0.0001% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹7 Cr (+42.95% YoY) — 0.0001% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹3 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #8319 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 8536: 0.03% of its exports; import side 0.03%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 8536: #24 of 27 by export value; import-side #26

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 29.89% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #6912 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +158.82% in FY 2022-23
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 8536: 0.03% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 85369020

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 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 0.02% | 1.34 | 0.0000% | — | 0.01% | −0.53 | #7806 |
| FY 2019-20 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +12.35% | 0.02% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −29.85% | 0.01% | −0.03 | #7696 |
| FY 2020-21 | 1.99 | 0.0001% | +118.68% | 0.04% | 3.02 | 0.0001% | +221.28% | 0.03% | −1.03 | #6998 |
| FY 2021-22 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −57.29% | 0.01% | 1.44 | 0.0000% | −52.32% | 0.01% | −0.59 | #8122 |
| FY 2022-23 | 2.20 | 0.0001% | +158.82% | 0.03% | 1.77 | 0.0000% | +22.92% | 0.01% | +0.43 | #7340 |
| FY 2023-24 | 1.67 | 0.0000% | −24.09% | 0.02% | 4.61 | 0.0001% | +160.45% | 0.02% | −2.94 | #7755 |
| FY 2024-25 | 3.89 | 0.0001% | +132.93% | 0.03% | 6.59 | 0.0001% | +42.95% | 0.03% | −2.70 | #6912 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 29.89%/yr, imports 30.41%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 85369020 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 29.89% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 85369020 have grown at a compound annual rate of 29.89% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹0.81 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹3.89 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 85369020 ranked #6912 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 85369020 ranks #6912 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 8536, it ranks #24 of 27. By trade surplus, it ranks #8319 of 12657.

### FY 2022-23 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 85369020 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 85369020 was recorded in FY 2022-23, when exports surged by 158.82% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹2.70 Crore in HSN Code 85369020 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹6.59 Cr exceeded exports of ₹3.89 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹2.70 Crore — ranking #8319 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 30.41% CAGR signals rising demand for Other apparatus : Motor starters for DC motors

India's imports under HSN Code 85369020 have grown at 30.41% CAGR, reaching ₹6.59 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 85369020 contributes 0.03% of Sub-Chapter 8536 exports — ranked #24

Among the 27 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 8536, HSN Code 85369020 ranks #24 by export value — accounting for 0.03% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.03% share (rank #26).

## 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 |
| #24 | HSN Code 85369020: Other apparatus : Motor starters for DC motors (this hsn code) | ₹4 Cr |