8516 HSN Code: Electric heaters

HSN Sub Chapter 8516 represents Electric heaters under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Electric heaters correctly for billing, taxation, and trade purposes. With HSN Sub Chapter 8516, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import/export of Electric heaters.

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New GST Rate for HSN Code 8516

GST Rate for Electric heaters under HSN Code 8516. Understand current tax rates, exemptions, and legal classifications to ensure accurate billing and GST filing.

Chapter No

85

HSN Code

8516

HSN Description

Electric instantaneous or storage water heaters and immersion heaters; electric space heating apparatus and soil heating apparatus; electro-thermic hair-dressing apparatus (for example, hair dryers, hair curlers, curling tong heaters) and hand dryers; electric smoothing irons; other electro-thermic appliances of a kind used for domestic purposes; electric heating resistors, other than those of heading 8545

New GST Rate

18 %
Standard

Old GST Rate

18 %

Tariff HSN Codes under HSN Sub Chapter 8516

Following tariff HSN codes fall under Electric heaters.

Tariff HSN

85161000

Description

Electric instantaneous or storage water heaters and immersion heaters

Tariff HSN

85162100

Description

Electric space heating apparatus and electric soil heating apparatus : Storage heating radiators

Tariff HSN

85162900

Description

Electric space heating apparatus and electric soil heating apparatus : Other

Tariff HSN

85163100

Description

Electro-thermic hair-dressing or handdrying apparatus : Hair dryers

Tariff HSN

85163200

Description

Electro-thermic hair-dressing or handdrying apparatus : Other hair-dressing apparatus

Tariff HSN

85163300

Description

Electro-thermic hair-dressing or handdrying apparatus : Hand-drying apparatus

Tariff HSN

85164000

Description

Electric smoothing irons

Tariff HSN

85165000

Description

Microwave ovens

Tariff HSN

85166000

Description

Other ovens; cookers, cooking plates, boiling rings, grillers and roasters

Tariff HSN

85167100

Description

Other electro-thermic appliances: Coffee or tea makers

Tariff HSN

85167200

Description

Other electro-thermic appliances: Toasters

Tariff HSN

85167910

Description

Other : Electro-thermic fluid heaters

Tariff HSN

85167920

Description

Other : Electrical or electronic devices for repelling insects (for example, mosquitoes or other similar kind of inscets)

Tariff HSN

85167990

Description

Other : Other

Tariff HSN

85168000

Description

Electric heating resistors

Tariff HSN

85169000

Description

Parts

India’s Trade Performance — HSN Sub-Chapter 8516 in FY 2024-25

TradeStat EIDB — Ministry of Commerce & Industry FY 2018-19–FY 2024-25 Values in ₹ Crore

India’s Exports

FY 2024-25

₹1,205 Cr

+3.25% vs FY 2023-24

0.0325% of India’s total exports

India’s Imports

FY 2024-25

₹5,150 Cr

+28.38% vs FY 2023-24

0.0845% of India’s total imports

Trade Balance

FY 2024-25

−₹3,945 Cr

Trade Deficit

Surplus rank #1093 of 1233 subchapters

% of Chapter 85

FY 2024-25

0.32%

Share of Chapter 85’s total exports in FY 2024-25

Import side: 0.69% of Chapter 85’s imports

Rank Within Chapter 85

FY 2024-25

#23 of 48

Position by export value among subchapters in Chapter 85

Import-side rank: #21 of 48

At a glance

16.54%

Export CAGR

FY 2018-19 → FY 2024-25 · 7 fiscal years

#353

National Export Rank

of 1233 subchapters by export value, FY 2024-25

+33.07%

Peak Growth Year

FY 2021-22 · strongest single-year move

0.32%

Contribution to Ch. 85

Share of Chapter 85 exports in FY 2024-25

India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Sub-Chapter 8516

7-year export and import data, FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, in ₹ Crore. Source: Ministry of Commerce & Industry, TradeStat EIDB.

FY 2018-19 Exp. Rank #425

Balance

−2,127.72

Exports

481.17 ₹ Cr

0.0210% share

— YoY

0.54% of Ch. 85

Imports

2,608.89 ₹ Cr

0.0727% share

— YoY

0.72% of Ch. 85

FY 2019-20 Exp. Rank #421

Balance

−2,303.48

Exports

476.72 ₹ Cr

0.0216% share

−0.92% YoY

0.44% of Ch. 85

Imports

2,780.20 ₹ Cr

0.0829% share

+6.57% YoY

0.80% of Ch. 85

FY 2020-21 Exp. Rank #392

Balance

−2,430.71

Exports

599.03 ₹ Cr

0.0279% share

+25.66% YoY

0.57% of Ch. 85

Imports

3,029.74 ₹ Cr

0.1040% share

+8.98% YoY

0.88% of Ch. 85

FY 2021-22 Exp. Rank #389

Balance

−3,150.02

Exports

797.10 ₹ Cr

0.0254% share

+33.07% YoY

0.53% of Ch. 85

Imports

3,947.12 ₹ Cr

0.0864% share

+30.28% YoY

0.85% of Ch. 85

FY 2022-23 Exp. Rank #375

Balance

−3,171.86

Exports

1,022.69 ₹ Cr

0.0282% share

+28.30% YoY

0.44% of Ch. 85

Imports

4,194.55 ₹ Cr

0.0730% share

+6.27% YoY

0.77% of Ch. 85

FY 2023-24 Exp. Rank #358

Balance

−2,844.66

Exports

1,167.17 ₹ Cr

0.0323% share

+14.13% YoY

0.41% of Ch. 85

Imports

4,011.83 ₹ Cr

0.0714% share

−4.36% YoY

0.61% of Ch. 85

FY 2024-25 Exp. Rank #353

Balance

−3,945.14

Exports

1,205.15 ₹ Cr

0.0325% share

+3.25% YoY

0.32% of Ch. 85

Imports

5,150.29 ₹ Cr

0.0845% share

+28.38% YoY

0.69% of Ch. 85

CAGR · 7-Year

Exports

16.54% /yr

Imports

12.00% /yr

Consistently Deficit
Chapter 85 total

reference, FY 2024-25

Export

₹3,73,532.09 Cr

Import

₹7,49,913.76 Cr

Trade Balance

−3,76,381.67

Peak export growth year Latest available data Not available YoY = change vs previous FY

Key Trade Insights: HSN Sub-Chapter 8516 Export-Import Analysis

Consistent Export Growth: 16.54% CAGR Over 7 Years

India's exports under HSN Sub-Chapter 8516 have grown at a compound annual rate of 16.54% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹481.17 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹1,205.15 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Sub-Chapter 8516 Ranked #353 Among All 1233 Subchapters by Export Value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Sub-Chapter 8516 ranks #353 out of 1233 subchapters by total export value. Within Chapter 85, it ranks #23 of 48. By trade surplus, it ranks #1093 of 1233.

FY 2021-22 Was the Strongest Growth Year for HSN Sub-Chapter 8516 Exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Sub-Chapter 8516 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 33.07% over the prior year.

India Records a Trade Deficit of ₹3,945.14 Crore in HSN Sub-Chapter 8516 Goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹5,150.29 Cr exceeded exports of ₹1,205.15 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹3,945.14 Crore — ranking #1093 of 1233 by surplus magnitude.

Import Growth of 12.00% CAGR Signals Rising Demand for Electric heaters

India's imports under HSN Sub-Chapter 8516 have grown at 12.00% CAGR, reaching ₹5,150.29 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Sub-Chapter 8516 Contributes 0.32% of Chapter 85 Exports — Ranked #23

Among the 48 subchapters under Chapter 85, HSN Sub-Chapter 8516 ranks #23 by export value — accounting for 0.32% of the chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.69% share (rank #21).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common queries about HSN Sub Chapter 8516 and GST compliance.

What products are classified under HSN 8516

It includes Electric heaters

Can reverse charge ever apply to transactions involving Electric heaters?

Reverse charge in goods is notified only for specific categories. Most regular B2B sales of Electric heaters are forward charge. Check the current notifications for any special cases before deciding.

Can I claim ITC on inputs and services used for Electric heaters?

If your outward supply of Electric heaters is taxable, ITC is generally available (Sections 16–17) except blocked credits (e.g., personal use, motor vehicles in most cases). For exempt supplies, proportionate reversal is required under Rule 42/43.

What misclassification mistakes happen with Electric heaters?

Using a broad or incorrect HSN, ignoring material/form (e.g., raw vs processed), or mixing goods and services on one line. Always match wording to the HSN Notes and keep a classification working paper.

How are warranty replacements of Electric heaters handled?

If replacement is without consideration under a pre‑agreed warranty, issue a delivery challan and reference the original invoice/contract. If consideration is charged, raise a tax invoice. Keep serial/lot details for traceability.

Does packaging or branding change how GST applies to Electric heaters?

Yes. Many food/agri goods are treated differently when sold as pre‑packaged & labelled retail packs versus loose/open packs. If Electric heaters is sold in small pouches (e.g., 500 g) with an MRP and label, record that on the invoice. Loose bulk bags often follow a different treatment.

Important Disclaimer

The above does not constitute professional advice or a formal recommendation. We recommend consulting a professional tax consultant before acting on the information contained in this piece of content.

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