--- title: "HSN Code for Electric Balances (Sensitivity ≥5cg) | HSN 90160010 GST Rate" description: "Find HSN and GST Rates for 90160010 related to Electric Balances (Sensitivity ≥5cg) with BUSY Accounting - The reliable source for HSN and GST details in India." canonical: "https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-90160010/" --- # HSN Code 90160010: Electric Balances (Sensitivity ≥5cg) - [Section 18: Guide to HSN Section 18](https://busy.in/hsn/section-18/) - [Chapter 90: Optical & Medical Instruments](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-90/) - [Sub-chapter 9016: Sensitive balances](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-9016/) ## GST rates | Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Balances of a sensitivity of 5cg or better, with or without weights : Electric balances | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% | ## Frequently asked questions ### What products are classified under HSN 90160010 ? It includes Drawing & Calculating Instruments: Other Types ### Any common misclassification issue with Electric Balances (Sensitivity ≥5cg)? 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 Electric Balances (Sensitivity ≥5cg)? Under HSN 90160010, Electric Balances (Sensitivity ≥5cg) attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice. ### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Electric Balances (Sensitivity ≥5cg)? 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. ### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Electric Balances (Sensitivity ≥5cg)? If your outward supply is taxable, eligible ITC is available subject to general restrictions. For exempt/Nil supplies, reverse credit per Rule 42. ### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Electric Balances (Sensitivity ≥5cg)? 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 90160010 (FY 2024-25) Source: TradeStat EIDB, Ministry of Commerce & Industry. Values in ₹ Crore (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25). - Exports: ₹15 Cr (−8.42% YoY) — 0.0004% of India's total exports - Imports: ₹203 Cr (+7.53% YoY) — 0.0033% of India's total imports - Trade balance: −₹188 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #11278 of 12657 HSN codes - Share of Sub-Chapter 9016: 73.51% of its exports; import side 66.91% - Rank within Sub-Chapter 9016: #1 of 3 by export value; import-side #1 ### Key metrics - Export CAGR: 29.77% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years) - National export rank: #5267 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25) - Peak growth year: +305.20% in FY 2022-23 - Contribution to Sub-Ch. 9016: 73.51% of its exports (FY 2024-25) ## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 90160010 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. 9016 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 9016 | Trade balance | Exp rank | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | FY 2018-19 | 3.12 | 0.0001% | — | 26.94% | 76.01 | 0.0021% | — | 47.88% | −72.89 | #6411 | | FY 2019-20 | 3.72 | 0.0002% | +19.23% | 33.54% | 73.92 | 0.0022% | −2.75% | 50.66% | −70.20 | #6196 | | FY 2020-21 | 1.30 | 0.0001% | −65.05% | 21.96% | 102.28 | 0.0035% | +38.37% | 64.91% | −100.98 | #7419 | | FY 2021-22 | 2.69 | 0.0001% | +106.92% | 30.85% | 140.27 | 0.0031% | +37.14% | 66.24% | −137.58 | #7009 | | FY 2022-23 | 10.90 | 0.0003% | +305.20% | 76.92% | 192.69 | 0.0034% | +37.37% | 75.54% | −181.79 | #5520 | | FY 2023-24 | 16.27 | 0.0004% | +49.27% | 83.44% | 188.42 | 0.0034% | −2.22% | 74.80% | −172.15 | #5056 | | FY 2024-25 | 14.90 | 0.0004% | −8.42% | 73.51% | 202.60 | 0.0033% | +7.53% | 66.91% | −187.70 | #5267 | - CAGR (7-year): exports 29.77%/yr, imports 17.75%/yr (consistently Deficit) ## Key trade insights: HSN Code 90160010 export-import analysis ### Consistent export growth: 29.77% CAGR over 7 years India's exports under HSN Code 90160010 have grown at a compound annual rate of 29.77% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹3.12 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹14.90 Crore in FY 2024-25. ### HSN Code 90160010 ranked #5267 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 90160010 ranks #5267 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 9016, it ranks #1 of 3. By trade surplus, it ranks #11278 of 12657. ### FY 2022-23 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 90160010 exports The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 90160010 was recorded in FY 2022-23, when exports surged by 305.20% over the prior year. ### India records a trade deficit of ₹187.70 Crore in HSN Code 90160010 goods In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹202.60 Cr exceeded exports of ₹14.90 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹187.70 Crore — ranking #11278 of 12657 by surplus magnitude. ### Import growth of 17.75% CAGR signals rising demand for Electric Balances (Sensitivity ≥5cg) India's imports under HSN Code 90160010 have grown at 17.75% CAGR, reaching ₹202.60 Crore in FY 2024-25. ### HSN Code 90160010 contributes 73.51% of Sub-Chapter 9016 exports — ranked #1 Among the 3 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 9016, HSN Code 90160010 ranks #1 by export value — accounting for 73.51% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 66.91% share (rank #1). ## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 9016 Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25). | Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) | | --- | --- | --- | | #1 | HSN Code 90160010: Electric Balances (Sensitivity ≥5cg) (this hsn code) | ₹15 Cr | | #2 | [HSN Code 90160090: Parts for Balances (Sensitivity of 5 cg or Better)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-90160090/) | ₹3 Cr | | #3 | [HSN Code 90160020: Other Balances (Sensitivity of 5 cg or Better)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-90160020/) | ₹3 Cr |