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# HSN Code 85437071: Graphic Equalizers

- [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 |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Other machines and apparatus: Graphic equalizer and synthesized receivers: Graphic equalizer | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 85437071 ?

It includes Machines/Apparatus

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Graphic Equalizers is sold with other items?

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

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Graphic Equalizers?

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.

### Any common misclassification issue with Graphic Equalizers?

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

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Graphic Equalizers?

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.

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Graphic Equalizers?

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 85437071 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: < ₹1 Crore — 0.0000% of India's total exports
- Imports: < ₹1 Crore (−59.79% YoY) — 0.0000% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −< ₹1 Crore (Deficit); surplus rank #7623 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 8543: 0.00% of its exports; import side 0.01%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 8543: #34 of 72 by export value; import-side #31

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 0.00% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #10437 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +200.00% in FY 2019-20
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 8543: 0.00% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 85437071

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 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | −0.18 | #9921 |
| FY 2019-20 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +200.00% | 0.00% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +26.32% | 0.00% | −0.21 | #9613 |
| FY 2020-21 | Nil | 0.0000% | −100.00% | 0.00% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −79.17% | 0.00% | −0.05 | — |
| FY 2021-22 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +400.00% | 0.01% | −0.24 | #10198 |
| FY 2022-23 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +200.00% | 0.00% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −20.00% | 0.00% | −0.17 | #10045 |
| FY 2023-24 | Nil | 0.0000% | −100.00% | 0.00% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +385.00% | 0.01% | −0.97 | — |
| FY 2024-25 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −59.79% | 0.01% | −0.38 | #10437 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 0.00%/yr, imports 12.73%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 85437071 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 0.00% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 85437071 have grown at a compound annual rate of 0.00% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹0.01 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹0.01 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 85437071 ranked #10437 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 85437071 ranks #10437 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 8543, it ranks #34 of 72. By trade surplus, it ranks #7623 of 12657.

### FY 2019-20 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 85437071 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 85437071 was recorded in FY 2019-20, when exports surged by 200.00% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹0.38 Crore in HSN Code 85437071 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹0.39 Cr exceeded exports of ₹0.01 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹0.38 Crore — ranking #7623 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 12.73% CAGR signals rising demand for Graphic Equalizers

India's imports under HSN Code 85437071 have grown at 12.73% CAGR, reaching ₹0.39 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 85437071 contributes 0.00% of Sub-Chapter 8543 exports — ranked #34

Among the 72 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 8543, HSN Code 85437071 ranks #34 by export value — accounting for 0.00% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.01% share (rank #31).

## 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](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85432090/) | ₹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 |
| #34 | HSN Code 85437071: Graphic Equalizers (this hsn code) | < ₹1 Crore |