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# HSN Sub-chapter 8530: Electrical signaling/traffic control

Electrical signalling, safety or traffic control equipment for railways, tramways, roads, inland waterways, parking facilities, port installations or airfields (other than those of heading 8608)

Part of [Chapter 85: Electrical Machinery Equipment](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-85/).

- Current GST rate: 18%
- Earlier GST rate: 18%

## HSN codes

| Code | Title |
| --- | --- |
| 85301010 | [Railway equipment](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85301010/) |
| 85301020 | [Equipment for railways or tramways: For tramways](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85301020/) |
| 85308000 | [Other Equipment](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85308000/) |
| 85309000 | [Electric Ignition & Starter Equipment](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-85309000/) |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 8530

It includes Electrical signaling/traffic control

### How do I bill a kit or combo that includes Electrical signaling/traffic control?

Prefer separate lines per item with its HSN so each component follows its own tax treatment. If it is a naturally bundled supply, identify the principal supply and tax the whole bundle accordingly.

### If I repair and return Electrical signaling/traffic control, how should I charge GST?

Repair/service is a service supply (SAC). Parts and materials used are goods and may be billed separately with HSN. Mention both lines clearly to avoid mixing service and goods values.

### Can I claim ITC on inputs and services used for Electrical signaling/traffic control?

If your outward supply of Electrical signaling/traffic control 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 should my invoice and records include for Electrical signaling/traffic control?

Include HSN, exact description, pack size/grade, quantity, and if pre‑packaged & labelled. Maintain purchase specs, test reports (where relevant), and job‑work challans for audit trail.

### Is the composition scheme suitable if I mainly trade Electrical signaling/traffic control?

The composition scheme is optional for eligible small suppliers of goods. You cannot issue tax invoices or collect tax under composition. Check turnover limits and exclusions; evaluate margins and ITC loss before opting in.

## India's trade performance: HSN Sub-Chapter 8530 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹214 Cr (−0.42% YoY) — 0.0058% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹819 Cr (+5.46% YoY) — 0.0134% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹605 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #892 of 1233 sub-chapters
- Share of Chapter 85: 0.06% of its exports; import side 0.11%
- Rank within Chapter 85: #38 of 48 by export value; import-side #39

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 6.46% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #688 of 1233 sub-chapters by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +30.38% in FY 2021-22
- Contribution to Ch. 85: 0.06% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Sub-Chapter 8530

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 Ch. 85 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Ch. 85 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 146.75 | 0.0064% | — | 0.16% | 358.00 | 0.0100% | — | 0.10% | −211.25 | #651 |
| FY 2019-20 | 115.11 | 0.0052% | −21.56% | 0.11% | 546.13 | 0.0163% | +52.55% | 0.16% | −431.02 | #701 |
| FY 2020-21 | 121.73 | 0.0057% | +5.75% | 0.12% | 529.73 | 0.0182% | −3.00% | 0.15% | −408.00 | #686 |
| FY 2021-22 | 158.71 | 0.0051% | +30.38% | 0.11% | 511.17 | 0.0112% | −3.50% | 0.11% | −352.46 | #704 |
| FY 2022-23 | 178.07 | 0.0049% | +12.20% | 0.08% | 544.41 | 0.0095% | +6.50% | 0.10% | −366.34 | #704 |
| FY 2023-24 | 214.56 | 0.0059% | +20.49% | 0.08% | 776.50 | 0.0138% | +42.63% | 0.12% | −561.94 | #681 |
| FY 2024-25 | 213.66 | 0.0058% | −0.42% | 0.06% | 818.90 | 0.0134% | +5.46% | 0.11% | −605.24 | #688 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 6.46%/yr, imports 14.79%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Sub-Chapter 8530 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 6.46% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Sub-Chapter 8530 have grown at a compound annual rate of 6.46% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹146.75 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹213.66 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Sub-Chapter 8530 ranked #688 among all 1233 sub-chapters by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Sub-Chapter 8530 ranks #688 out of 1233 sub-chapters by total export value. Within Chapter 85, it ranks #38 of 48. By trade surplus, it ranks #892 of 1233.

### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Sub-Chapter 8530 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Sub-Chapter 8530 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 30.38% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹605.24 Crore in HSN Sub-Chapter 8530 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹818.90 Cr exceeded exports of ₹213.66 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹605.24 Crore — ranking #892 of 1233 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 14.79% CAGR signals rising demand for Electrical signaling/traffic control

India's imports under HSN Sub-Chapter 8530 have grown at 14.79% CAGR, reaching ₹818.90 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Sub-Chapter 8530 contributes 0.06% of Chapter 85 exports — ranked #38

Among the 48 sub-chapters under Chapter 85, HSN Sub-Chapter 8530 ranks #38 by export value — accounting for 0.06% of the chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.11% share (rank #39).

## Related Sub-Chapters in Chapter 85

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Sub-Chapter | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 8517: Telephone & Communication Apparatus](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8517/) | ₹2,19,707 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 8504: Clad metals](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8504/) | ₹26,635 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 8544: Insulated electric wire](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8544/) | ₹19,814 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 8503: Machinery parts for headings 8501-8502](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8503/) | ₹11,520 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 8536: Circuit switching apparatus](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8536/) | ₹11,406 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 8538: Parts For Apparatus Of Headings](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8538/) | ₹11,292 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 8541: Diodes, Transistors, Led Devices](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8541/) | ₹11,002 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 8537: Electric control panels & consoles](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8537/) | ₹7,817 Cr |
| #9 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 8501: Electric motors](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8501/) | ₹7,369 Cr |
| #10 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 8507: Electric accumulators & separators](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8507/) | ₹6,959 Cr |
| #38 | HSN Sub-Chapter 8530: Electrical signaling/traffic control (this hsn sub-chapter) | ₹214 Cr |

## Other sub-chapters

| Code | Title |
| --- | --- |
| 8501 | [Electric motors](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8501/) |
| 8502 | [Electric Generating, Rotary Converters](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8502/) |
| 8503 | [Machinery parts for headings 8501-8502](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8503/) |
| 8504 | [Clad metals](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8504/) |
| 8505 | [Electro, Permanent Magnets, Clutches](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8505/) |
| 8506 | [Primary cells & primary batteries](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8506/) |
| 8507 | [Electric accumulators & separators](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8507/) |
| 8508 | [Vacuum Cleaners](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8508/) |
| 8509 | [Electro-mechanical Appliances](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8509/) |
| 8510 | [Electric Shavers & Clippers](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8510/) |
| 8511 | [Ignition Equipment](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8511/) |
| 8512 | [Lighting & Signaling Equipment](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8512/) |
| 8513 | [Portable Electric Lamps](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8513/) |
| 8514 | [Industrial electric furnaces & ovens](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8514/) |
| 8515 | [Electric soldering & welding machines](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8515/) |
| 8516 | [Electric heaters](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8516/) |
| 8517 | [Telephone & Communication Apparatus](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8517/) |
| 8518 | [Microphones and amplifiers](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8518/) |
| 8519 | [Sound Recording Apparatus](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8519/) |
| 8521 | [Video recording apparatus](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8521/) |
| 8522 | [Parts for electrical apparatus](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8522/) |
| 8523 | [Recording discs and tapes](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8523/) |
| 8524 | [Recorded Media](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8524/) |
| 8525 | [Transmission apparatus](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8525/) |
| 8526 | [Radar apparatus](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8526/) |
| 8527 | [Radio-broadcasting reception apparatus](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8527/) |
| 8528 | [Monitors and projectors](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8528/) |
| 8529 | [Parts for electrical apparatus](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8529/) |
| 8531 | [Electric Signaling Apparatus](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8531/) |
| 8532 | [Electrical Capacitors](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8532/) |
| 8533 | [Electrical Resistors](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8533/) |
| 8534 | [Printed circuits](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8534/) |
| 8535 | [Electrical circuits protection](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8535/) |
| 8536 | [Circuit switching apparatus](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8536/) |
| 8537 | [Electric control panels & consoles](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8537/) |
| 8538 | [Parts For Apparatus Of Headings](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8538/) |
| 8539 | [Electric lamps & units](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8539/) |
| 8540 | [Thermionic, cold cathode tubes](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8540/) |
| 8541 | [Diodes, Transistors, Led Devices](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8541/) |
| 8542 | [Electronic integrated circuits](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8542/) |
| 8543 | [Electrical machines](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8543/) |
| 8544 | [Insulated electric wire](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8544/) |
| 8545 | [Carbon articles for electrical use](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8545/) |
| 8546 | [Electrical insulators](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8546/) |
| 8547 | [Insulating fittings](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8547/) |
| 8548 | [Electrical parts of machinery](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8548/) |
| 8549 | [Electrical waste & scrap](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8549/) |