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# HSN Code 87088000: Suspension systems: Other

- [Section 17: Guide to HSN Section 17](https://busy.in/hsn/section-17/)
- [Chapter 87: Vehicles Other Than Tramway/Railway Rolling Stock](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-87/)
- [Sub-chapter 8708: Parts & Accessories For Motor Vehicles](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8708/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Suspension systems and parts thereof (including shock absorbers) | 14% | 14% | 28% | Nil( if All old and used motor vehicles. Explanation : Nothing contained in this entry shall apply if the supplier of such goods has availed input tax credit as defined in clause (63) of section 2 of the Central Goods and Services Tax Act, 2017, CENVAT credit as defined in CENVAT Credit Rules, 2004, or the input tax credit of Value Added Tax or any other taxes paid on such vehicles / Nil (if Fuel Cell Motor Vehicles) |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 87088000 ?

It includes Vehicles | Electrical

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Suspension systems: Other is sold with other items?

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

### How much GST applies to Suspension systems: Other?

Under HSN 87088000, Suspension systems: Other attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Any common misclassification issue with Suspension systems: Other?

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 Suspension systems: 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.

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Suspension systems: Other?

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 Suspension systems: 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.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 87088000 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹2,336 Cr (+24.78% YoY) — 0.0635% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹1,734 Cr (+25.77% YoY) — 0.0285% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹602 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #534 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 8708: 3.68% of its exports; import side 3.23%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 8708: #6 of 19 by export value; import-side #9

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 14.46% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #227 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +39.14% in FY 2021-22
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 8708: 3.68% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 87088000

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. 8708 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 8708 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 1,039.00 | 0.0455% | — | 2.85% | 747.83 | 0.0209% | — | 2.27% | +291.17 | #320 |
| FY 2019-20 | 1,059.30 | 0.0481% | +1.95% | 3.10% | 555.31 | 0.0166% | −25.74% | 1.92% | +503.99 | #306 |
| FY 2020-21 | 1,135.89 | 0.0528% | +7.23% | 3.37% | 437.30 | 0.0150% | −21.25% | 1.70% | +698.59 | #302 |
| FY 2021-22 | 1,580.49 | 0.0504% | +39.14% | 3.38% | 696.28 | 0.0152% | +59.22% | 1.93% | +884.21 | #308 |
| FY 2022-23 | 1,788.44 | 0.0494% | +13.16% | 3.30% | 1,062.45 | 0.0185% | +52.59% | 2.35% | +725.99 | #286 |
| FY 2023-24 | 1,872.25 | 0.0517% | +4.69% | 3.14% | 1,378.63 | 0.0245% | +29.76% | 2.82% | +493.62 | #271 |
| FY 2024-25 | 2,336.19 | 0.0635% | +24.78% | 3.68% | 1,733.96 | 0.0285% | +25.77% | 3.23% | +602.23 | #227 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 14.46%/yr, imports 15.05%/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 87088000 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 14.46% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 87088000 have grown at a compound annual rate of 14.46% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹1,039.00 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹2,336.19 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 87088000 ranked #227 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 87088000 ranks #227 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 8708, it ranks #6 of 19. By trade surplus, it ranks #534 of 12657.

### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 87088000 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 87088000 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 39.14% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹602.23 Crore in HSN Code 87088000 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹2,336.19 Cr exceeded imports of ₹1,733.96 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹602.23 Crore — ranking #534 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 15.05% CAGR signals rising demand for Suspension systems: Other

India's imports under HSN Code 87088000 have grown at 15.05% CAGR, reaching ₹1,733.96 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 87088000 contributes 3.68% of Sub-Chapter 8708 exports — ranked #6

Among the 19 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 8708, HSN Code 87088000 ranks #6 by export value — accounting for 3.68% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 3.23% share (rank #9).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 8708

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 87089900: Other Parts And Accessories](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-87089900/) | ₹30,173 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 87083000: Brake Parts](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-87083000/) | ₹7,184 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 87084000: Gearboxes and parts](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-87084000/) | ₹5,650 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 87085000: Drive-axles with differential](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-87085000/) | ₹5,639 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 87089400: Steering Wheels, Columns & Boxes (Vehicle Parts)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-87089400/) | ₹2,353 Cr |
| #6 | HSN Code 87088000: Suspension systems: Other (this hsn code) | ₹2,336 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Code 87089200: Silencers (Mufflers) & Exhaust Pipes (Vehicle Parts)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-87089200/) | ₹2,335 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Code 87082900: Other auto body parts/accessories](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-87082900/) | ₹1,990 Cr |
| #9 | [HSN Code 87087000: Road wheels and parts and accessories thereof](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-87087000/) | ₹1,423 Cr |
| #10 | [HSN Code 87089500: Vehicle Parts & Accessories: Safety Airbags & Inflater Systems](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-87089500/) | ₹1,071 Cr |