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# HSN Code 85369030: Other Apparatus | Junction Boxes

- [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 : Junction boxes | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 85369030 ?

It includes Sealed Beam Lamp Units

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Other Apparatus / Junction Boxes?

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.

### Any common misclassification issue with Other Apparatus / Junction Boxes?

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

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Other Apparatus / Junction Boxes is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Other Apparatus / Junction Boxes; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Other Apparatus / Junction Boxes?

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 Other Apparatus / Junction Boxes?

Under HSN 85369030, Other Apparatus / Junction Boxes attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 85369030 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹446 Cr (+5.09% YoY) — 0.0121% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹370 Cr (+22.96% YoY) — 0.0061% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹76 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #1809 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 8536: 3.91% of its exports; import side 1.52%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 8536: #8 of 27 by export value; import-side #10

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 11.09% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #1097 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +101.67% in FY 2022-23
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 8536: 3.91% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 85369030

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 | 237.26 | 0.0104% | — | 4.66% | 343.50 | 0.0096% | — | 3.08% | −106.24 | #1175 |
| FY 2019-20 | 234.87 | 0.0107% | −1.01% | 4.61% | 389.22 | 0.0116% | +13.31% | 3.49% | −154.35 | #1190 |
| FY 2020-21 | 236.15 | 0.0110% | +0.55% | 4.27% | 236.06 | 0.0081% | −39.35% | 2.10% | +0.09 | #1213 |
| FY 2021-22 | 305.49 | 0.0097% | +29.36% | 4.05% | 208.21 | 0.0046% | −11.80% | 1.41% | +97.28 | #1279 |
| FY 2022-23 | 616.07 | 0.0170% | +101.67% | 7.15% | 308.36 | 0.0054% | +48.10% | 1.60% | +307.71 | #779 |
| FY 2023-24 | 424.35 | 0.0117% | −31.12% | 4.60% | 300.92 | 0.0054% | −2.41% | 1.41% | +123.43 | #1100 |
| FY 2024-25 | 445.95 | 0.0121% | +5.09% | 3.91% | 370.01 | 0.0061% | +22.96% | 1.52% | +75.94 | #1097 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 11.09%/yr, imports 1.25%/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 85369030 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 11.09% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 85369030 have grown at a compound annual rate of 11.09% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹237.26 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹445.95 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 85369030 ranked #1097 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 85369030 ranks #1097 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 8536, it ranks #8 of 27. By trade surplus, it ranks #1809 of 12657.

### FY 2022-23 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 85369030 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 85369030 was recorded in FY 2022-23, when exports surged by 101.67% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹75.94 Crore in HSN Code 85369030 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹445.95 Cr exceeded imports of ₹370.01 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹75.94 Crore — ranking #1809 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 1.25% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Other Apparatus | Junction Boxes

India's imports under HSN Code 85369030 have grown at 1.25% CAGR, reaching ₹370.01 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 85369030 contributes 3.91% of Sub-Chapter 8536 exports — ranked #8

Among the 27 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 8536, HSN Code 85369030 ranks #8 by export value — accounting for 3.91% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 1.52% share (rank #10).

## 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 (this hsn code) | ₹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 |