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# HSN Code 85446020: Other Electric Conductors Over 1000 V: Plastic Insulated

- [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 8544: Insulated electric wire](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8544/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Other electric conductors, for a voltage exceeding 1000 V : Plastic insulated | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 85446020 ?

It includes Brushes

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Other Electric Conductors Over 1000 V: Plastic Insulated?

If your outward supply is taxable, eligible ITC is available subject to general restrictions. For exempt/Nil supplies, reverse credit per Rule 42.

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Other Electric Conductors Over 1000 V: Plastic Insulated?

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 Other Electric Conductors Over 1000 V: Plastic Insulated?

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

### How much GST applies to Other Electric Conductors Over 1000 V: Plastic Insulated?

Under HSN 85446020, Other Electric Conductors Over 1000 V: Plastic Insulated attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Other Electric Conductors Over 1000 V: Plastic Insulated is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Other Electric Conductors Over 1000 V: Plastic Insulated; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Other Electric Conductors Over 1000 V: Plastic Insulated?

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.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 85446020 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹2,171 Cr (+23.29% YoY) — 0.0590% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹91 Cr (−71.48% YoY) — 0.0015% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹2,079 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #178 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 8544: 10.96% of its exports; import side 0.72%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 8544: #3 of 51 by export value; import-side #18

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 20.61% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #243 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +73.77% in FY 2021-22
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 8544: 10.96% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 85446020

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. 8544 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 8544 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 705.20 | 0.0309% | — | 10.96% | 281.93 | 0.0079% | — | 3.58% | +423.27 | #469 |
| FY 2019-20 | 964.56 | 0.0438% | +36.78% | 11.59% | 169.16 | 0.0051% | −40.00% | 2.37% | +795.40 | #341 |
| FY 2020-21 | 591.19 | 0.0275% | −38.71% | 8.13% | 89.59 | 0.0031% | −47.04% | 1.31% | +501.60 | #589 |
| FY 2021-22 | 1,027.30 | 0.0327% | +73.77% | 9.89% | 30.39 | 0.0007% | −66.08% | 0.37% | +996.91 | #456 |
| FY 2022-23 | 1,431.25 | 0.0395% | +39.32% | 9.81% | 219.91 | 0.0038% | +623.63% | 2.22% | +1,211.34 | #356 |
| FY 2023-24 | 1,760.78 | 0.0487% | +23.02% | 10.51% | 320.34 | 0.0057% | +45.67% | 2.97% | +1,440.44 | #289 |
| FY 2024-25 | 2,170.84 | 0.0590% | +23.29% | 10.96% | 91.35 | 0.0015% | −71.48% | 0.72% | +2,079.49 | #243 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 20.61%/yr, imports -17.12%/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 85446020 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 20.61% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 85446020 have grown at a compound annual rate of 20.61% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹705.20 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹2,170.84 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 85446020 ranked #243 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 85446020 ranks #243 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 8544, it ranks #3 of 51. By trade surplus, it ranks #178 of 12657.

### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 85446020 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 85446020 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 73.77% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹2,079.49 Crore in HSN Code 85446020 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹2,170.84 Cr exceeded imports of ₹91.35 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹2,079.49 Crore — ranking #178 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of -17.12% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Other Electric Conductors Over 1000 V: Plastic Insulated

India's imports under HSN Code 85446020 have grown at -17.12% CAGR, reaching ₹91.35 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 85446020 contributes 10.96% of Sub-Chapter 8544 exports — ranked #3

Among the 51 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 8544, HSN Code 85446020 ranks #3 by export value — accounting for 10.96% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.72% share (rank #18).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 8544

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 85444920: Plastic Insulated Electric Conductors (≤1000V)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85444920/) | ₹3,683 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 85443000: Ignition Wiring Sets (Vehicles/Aircraft/Ships)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85443000/) | ₹2,959 Cr |
| #3 | HSN Code 85446020: Other Electric Conductors Over 1000 V: Plastic Insulated (this hsn code) | ₹2,171 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 85446090: Electric conductors >1000 V](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85446090/) | ₹1,927 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 85444999: Other electric conductors](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85444999/) | ₹1,888 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 85444299: Other Insulated Electric Conductors](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85444299/) | ₹1,440 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Code 85441190: Winding Wire \| Of Copper\| Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85441190/) | ₹1,414 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Code 85441110: Winding Wire \| Of Copper\| Enamelled](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85441110/) | ₹692 Cr |
| #9 | [HSN Code 85446030: Rubber Insulated Electric Conductors over 1000 V](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85446030/) | ₹588 Cr |
| #10 | [HSN Code 85441990: Winding Wire \| Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85441990/) | ₹581 Cr |