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# HSN Code 85432090: Signal Generators | 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 8543: Electrical machines](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8543/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Signal generators : Other | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 85432090 ?

It includes Digital Reverberators

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Signal Generators / Other?

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 Signal Generators / Other?

Under HSN 85432090, Signal Generators / Other attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Signal Generators / 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 Signal Generators / 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.

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Signal Generators / Other is sold with other items?

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

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 85432090 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹49 Cr (−15.53% YoY) — 0.0013% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹387 Cr (−8.35% YoY) — 0.0064% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹338 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #11654 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 8543: 3.15% of its exports; import side 5.04%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 8543: #5 of 72 by export value; import-side #4

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 12.24% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #3653 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +74.15% in FY 2019-20
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 8543: 3.15% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 85432090

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. 8543 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 8543 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 24.56 | 0.0011% | — | 3.85% | 128.20 | 0.0036% | — | 2.57% | −103.64 | #3834 |
| FY 2019-20 | 42.77 | 0.0019% | +74.15% | 4.13% | 152.84 | 0.0046% | +19.22% | 2.95% | −110.07 | #3116 |
| FY 2020-21 | 35.81 | 0.0017% | −16.27% | 3.02% | 155.99 | 0.0054% | +2.06% | 3.95% | −120.18 | #3413 |
| FY 2021-22 | 32.19 | 0.0010% | −10.11% | 2.93% | 227.63 | 0.0050% | +45.93% | 4.53% | −195.44 | #3960 |
| FY 2022-23 | 37.12 | 0.0010% | +15.32% | 2.45% | 435.99 | 0.0076% | +91.53% | 6.41% | −398.87 | #3874 |
| FY 2023-24 | 58.14 | 0.0016% | +56.63% | 3.80% | 422.71 | 0.0075% | −3.05% | 6.15% | −364.57 | #3323 |
| FY 2024-25 | 49.11 | 0.0013% | −15.53% | 3.15% | 387.41 | 0.0064% | −8.35% | 5.04% | −338.30 | #3653 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 12.24%/yr, imports 20.24%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 85432090 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 12.24% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 85432090 have grown at a compound annual rate of 12.24% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹24.56 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹49.11 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 85432090 ranked #3653 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 85432090 ranks #3653 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 8543, it ranks #5 of 72. By trade surplus, it ranks #11654 of 12657.

### FY 2019-20 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 85432090 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 85432090 was recorded in FY 2019-20, when exports surged by 74.15% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹338.30 Crore in HSN Code 85432090 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹387.41 Cr exceeded exports of ₹49.11 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹338.30 Crore — ranking #11654 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 20.24% CAGR signals rising demand for Signal Generators | Other

India's imports under HSN Code 85432090 have grown at 20.24% CAGR, reaching ₹387.41 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 85432090 contributes 3.15% of Sub-Chapter 8543 exports — ranked #5

Among the 72 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 8543, HSN Code 85432090 ranks #5 by export value — accounting for 3.15% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 5.04% share (rank #4).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 8543

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 85437099: Machines/Apparatus](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85437099/) | ₹957 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 85439000: Electric Conductors of Copper](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85439000/) | ₹218 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 85433000: Electroplating, Electrolysis & Electrophoresis Machines](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85433000/) | ₹97 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 85437022: Mixing System/Consoles (Audio)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85437022/) | ₹57 Cr |
| #5 | HSN Code 85432090: Signal Generators \| Other (this hsn code) | ₹49 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 85437092: Solar-Powered Equipment & Gadgets](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85437092/) | ₹47 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Code 85437069: Other machines and apparatus: Amplifier: Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85437069/) | ₹40 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Code 85437012: Other machines and apparatus: Metal detector](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85437012/) | ₹32 Cr |
| #9 | [HSN Code 85432020: Signal Generators \| Impulse Generators](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85432020/) | ₹17 Cr |
| #10 | [HSN Code 85437019: Other Machines And Apparatus\| Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85437019/) | ₹15 Cr |