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# HSN Code 85472000: Insulating fittings of plastics

- [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 8547: Insulating fittings](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8547/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Insulating fittings of plastics | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 85472000 ?

It includes Sorted Waste/Scrap Batteries (no Pb/Cd/Hg)

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Insulating fittings of plastics?

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 Insulating fittings of plastics is sold with other items?

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

### Any common misclassification issue with Insulating fittings of plastics?

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 Insulating fittings of plastics?

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 Insulating fittings of plastics?

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 85472000 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹240 Cr (+24.16% YoY) — 0.0065% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹1,588 Cr (+9.43% YoY) — 0.0261% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹1,348 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #12310 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 8547: 39.81% of its exports; import side 76.29%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 8547: #1 of 9 by export value; import-side #1

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 16.94% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #1656 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +54.35% in FY 2021-22
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 8547: 39.81% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 85472000

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. 8547 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 8547 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 93.95 | 0.0041% | — | 29.63% | 844.41 | 0.0236% | — | 71.11% | −750.46 | #2095 |
| FY 2019-20 | 88.14 | 0.0040% | −6.18% | 25.52% | 803.98 | 0.0240% | −4.79% | 73.00% | −715.84 | #2159 |
| FY 2020-21 | 86.81 | 0.0040% | −1.51% | 25.69% | 966.76 | 0.0332% | +20.25% | 76.75% | −879.95 | #2216 |
| FY 2021-22 | 133.99 | 0.0043% | +54.35% | 31.05% | 1,219.69 | 0.0267% | +26.16% | 77.31% | −1,085.70 | #2072 |
| FY 2022-23 | 165.22 | 0.0046% | +23.31% | 36.69% | 1,325.10 | 0.0230% | +8.64% | 79.52% | −1,159.88 | #1930 |
| FY 2023-24 | 193.53 | 0.0053% | +17.13% | 37.04% | 1,450.97 | 0.0258% | +9.50% | 79.30% | −1,257.44 | #1810 |
| FY 2024-25 | 240.28 | 0.0065% | +24.16% | 39.81% | 1,587.83 | 0.0261% | +9.43% | 76.29% | −1,347.55 | #1656 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 16.94%/yr, imports 11.10%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 85472000 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 16.94% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 85472000 have grown at a compound annual rate of 16.94% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹93.95 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹240.28 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 85472000 ranked #1656 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 85472000 ranks #1656 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 8547, it ranks #1 of 9. By trade surplus, it ranks #12310 of 12657.

### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 85472000 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 85472000 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 54.35% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹1,347.55 Crore in HSN Code 85472000 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹1,587.83 Cr exceeded exports of ₹240.28 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹1,347.55 Crore — ranking #12310 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 11.10% CAGR signals rising demand for Insulating fittings of plastics

India's imports under HSN Code 85472000 have grown at 11.10% CAGR, reaching ₹1,587.83 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 85472000 contributes 39.81% of Sub-Chapter 8547 exports — ranked #1

Among the 9 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 8547, HSN Code 85472000 ranks #1 by export value — accounting for 39.81% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 76.29% share (rank #1).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 8547

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | HSN Code 85472000: Insulating fittings of plastics (this hsn code) | ₹240 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 85479020: Metal Conduit Tubing with Insulation](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85479020/) | ₹214 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 85479090: Electrical Insulating Fittings \| Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85479090/) | ₹141 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 85471090: Insulating Fittings Of Ceramics \| Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85471090/) | ₹5 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 85471010: Porcelain bushing <6.6 kV](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85471010/) | ₹2 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 85471040: Insulating Ceramic Fittings: Porcelain Bushings ≥ 66 kV](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85471040/) | < ₹1 Crore |
| #7 | [HSN Code 85471030: Porcelain Bushings (11-66 kV)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85471030/) | < ₹1 Crore |
| #8 | [HSN Code 85479010: Other : Electrical insulating fittings of glass](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85479010/) | < ₹1 Crore |
| #9 | [HSN Code 85471020: Porcelain Bushings (6.6-11 kV)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85471020/) | < ₹1 Crore |