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# HSN Code 89051000: Dredgers

- [Section 17: Guide to HSN Section 17](https://busy.in/hsn/section-17/)
- [Chapter 89: Floating Structures, Ships, Boats](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-89/)
- [Sub-chapter 8905: Vessels, floating docks & platforms](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8905/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Dredgers | 2.5% | 2.5% | 5% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 89051000 ?

It includes Other Floating Structures

### Any common misclassification issue with Dredgers?

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

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

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

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Dredgers?

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 Dredgers?

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 much GST applies to Dredgers?

Under HSN 89051000, Dredgers attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 89051000 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹1,339 Cr (+20.14% YoY) — 0.0364% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹4,754 Cr (+248.75% YoY) — 0.0782% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹3,415 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #12510 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 8905: 15.73% of its exports; import side 34.75%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 8905: #2 of 4 by export value; import-side #2

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: -18.44% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #403 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +20.14% in FY 2024-25
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 8905: 15.73% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 89051000

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. 8905 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 8905 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 4,547.94 | 0.1990% | — | 16.94% | 4,872.03 | 0.1359% | — | 18.90% | −324.09 | #62 |
| FY 2019-20 | 4,488.71 | 0.2039% | −1.30% | 23.62% | 3,535.28 | 0.1056% | −27.44% | 14.82% | +953.43 | #65 |
| FY 2020-21 | 2,402.09 | 0.1117% | −46.49% | 9.87% | 1,084.47 | 0.0372% | −69.32% | 5.24% | +1,317.62 | #142 |
| FY 2021-22 | 2,136.44 | 0.0681% | −11.06% | 10.54% | 2,645.81 | 0.0579% | +143.97% | 15.19% | −509.37 | #217 |
| FY 2022-23 | 1,759.00 | 0.0486% | −17.67% | 10.24% | 1,734.08 | 0.0302% | −34.46% | 5.06% | +24.92 | #292 |
| FY 2023-24 | 1,114.17 | 0.0308% | −36.66% | 8.47% | 1,363.08 | 0.0243% | −21.39% | 11.34% | −248.91 | #464 |
| FY 2024-25 | 1,338.51 | 0.0364% | +20.14% | 15.73% | 4,753.72 | 0.0782% | +248.75% | 34.75% | −3,415.21 | #403 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports -18.44%/yr, imports -0.41%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 89051000 export-import analysis

### Export decline: -18.44% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 89051000 have declined at a compound annual rate of -18.44% over 7 fiscal years, falling from ₹4,547.94 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹1,338.51 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 89051000 ranked #403 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 89051000 ranks #403 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 8905, it ranks #2 of 4. By trade surplus, it ranks #12510 of 12657.

### FY 2024-25 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 89051000 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 89051000 was recorded in FY 2024-25, when exports surged by 20.14% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹3,415.21 Crore in HSN Code 89051000 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹4,753.72 Cr exceeded exports of ₹1,338.51 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹3,415.21 Crore — ranking #12510 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of -0.41% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Dredgers

India's imports under HSN Code 89051000 have grown at -0.41% CAGR, reaching ₹4,753.72 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 89051000 contributes 15.73% of Sub-Chapter 8905 exports — ranked #2

Among the 4 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 8905, HSN Code 89051000 ranks #2 by export value — accounting for 15.73% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 34.75% share (rank #2).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 8905

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 89059090: Light-Vessels, Floating Cranes, Drilling Platforms \| Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-89059090/) | ₹6,578 Cr |
| #2 | HSN Code 89051000: Dredgers (this hsn code) | ₹1,339 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 89052000: Drilling or production platforms](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-89052000/) | ₹593 Cr |
| — | [HSN Code 89059010: Other \| Floating Docks](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-89059010/) | Nil |