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8540 HSN Code: Thermionic, cold cathode tubes

HSN Sub Chapter 8540 represents Thermionic, cold cathode tubes under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Thermionic, cold cathode tubes correctly for billing, taxation, and trade purposes. With HSN Sub Chapter 8540, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import/export of Thermionic, cold cathode tubes.

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New GST Rate for HSN Code 8540

GST Rate for Thermionic, cold cathode tubes under HSN Code 8540. Understand current tax rates, exemptions, and legal classifications to ensure accurate billing and GST filing.

Chapter No

85

HSN Code

8540

HSN Description

Thermionic, cold cathode or photo-cathode valves and tubes (for example, vacuum or vapour or gas filled valves and tubes, mercury arc rectifying valves and tubes, cathode-ray tubes, television camera tubes)

New GST Rate

18 %
Standard

Old GST Rate

18 %

Tariff HSN Codes under HSN Sub Chapter 8540

Following tariff HSN codes fall under Thermionic, cold cathode tubes.

Tariff HSN

85401110

Description

Cathode-ray television picture tubes, including video monitor cathode-ray tubes : Colour : Television picture tubes of 20” and 21” size, except 21” flat and full square (F and FST) colour TV picture tubes

Tariff HSN

85401120

Description

Cathode-ray television picture tubes, including video monitor cathode-ray tubes : Colour : Video monitor cathode-ray tubes

Tariff HSN

85401190

Description

Cathode-ray television picture tubes, including video monitor cathode-ray tubes : Colour : Other

Tariff HSN

85401200

Description

Cathode-ray television picture tubes, including video monitor cathode-ray tubes : Monochrome

Tariff HSN

85402000

Description

Television camera tubes; image converters and intensifiers; other photos-cathode tubes

Tariff HSN

85404010

Description

Data or graphic display tubes, monochrome; data or graphic display tubes, colour, with a phosphor dot screen pitch smaller than 0.4 mm: Data or graphic display tubes, monochrome

Tariff HSN

85404020

Description

Data or graphic display tubes, monochrome; data or graphic display tubes, colour, with a phosphor dot screen pitch smaller than 0.4 mm: Data or graphic display tubes, colour, with a phosphor dot screen pitch smaller than 0.4 mm

Tariff HSN

85406000

Description

Other cathode-ray tubes

Tariff HSN

85407100

Description

Microwave tubes (for example, magnetrons, klystrons, travelling wave tubes, carcinotrons), excluding grid-controlled tubes : Magnetrons

Tariff HSN

85407900

Description

Microwave tubes (for example, magnetrons, klystrons, travelling wave tubes, carcinotrons), excluding grid-controlled tubes : Other

Tariff HSN

85408100

Description

Other valves and tubes: Receiver or amplifier valves and tubes

Tariff HSN

85408900

Description

Other valves and tubes: Other

Tariff HSN

85409100

Description

Parts : Of cathode-ray tubes

Tariff HSN

85409900

Description

Parts : Other

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India’s Trade Performance — HSN Sub-Chapter 8540 in FY 2025-26

TradeStat EIDB — Ministry of Commerce & Industry FY 2018-19–FY 2025-26 Values in ₹ Crore

India’s Exports

FY 2025-26

₹83 Cr

+108.85% vs FY 2024-25

0.0021% of India’s total exports

India’s Imports

FY 2025-26

₹379 Cr

−4.33% vs FY 2024-25

0.0055% of India’s total imports

Trade Balance

FY 2025-26

−₹295 Cr

Trade Deficit

Surplus rank #821 of 1233 subchapters

% of Chapter 85

FY 2025-26

0.02%

Share of Chapter 85’s total exports in FY 2025-26

Import side: 0.04% of Chapter 85’s imports

Rank Within Chapter 85

FY 2025-26

#41 of 48

Position by export value among subchapters in Chapter 85

Import-side rank: #45 of 48

At a glance

28.16%

Export CAGR

FY 2018-19 → FY 2025-26 · 8 fiscal years

#865

National Export Rank

of 1233 subchapters by export value, FY 2025-26

+275.78%

Peak Growth Year

FY 2022-23 · strongest single-year move

0.02%

Contribution to Ch. 85

Share of Chapter 85 exports in FY 2025-26

India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Sub-Chapter 8540

8-year export and import data, FY 2018-19 to FY 2025-26, in ₹ Crore. Source: Ministry of Commerce & Industry, TradeStat EIDB.

FY 2018-19 Exp. Rank #978

Balance

−90.48

Exports

14.67 ₹ Cr

0.0006% share

— YoY

0.02% of Ch. 85

Imports

105.15 ₹ Cr

0.0029% share

— YoY

0.03% of Ch. 85

FY 2019-20 Exp. Rank #968

Balance

−70.53

Exports

16.05 ₹ Cr

0.0007% share

+9.41% YoY

0.01% of Ch. 85

Imports

86.58 ₹ Cr

0.0026% share

−17.66% YoY

0.02% of Ch. 85

FY 2020-21 Exp. Rank #960

Balance

−110.58

Exports

16.34 ₹ Cr

0.0008% share

+1.81% YoY

0.02% of Ch. 85

Imports

126.92 ₹ Cr

0.0044% share

+46.59% YoY

0.04% of Ch. 85

FY 2021-22 Exp. Rank #999

Balance

−182.36

Exports

13.17 ₹ Cr

0.0004% share

−19.40% YoY

0.01% of Ch. 85

Imports

195.53 ₹ Cr

0.0043% share

+54.06% YoY

0.04% of Ch. 85

FY 2022-23 Exp. Rank #891

Balance

−337.88

Exports

49.49 ₹ Cr

0.0014% share

+275.78% YoY

0.02% of Ch. 85

Imports

387.37 ₹ Cr

0.0067% share

+98.11% YoY

0.07% of Ch. 85

FY 2023-24 Exp. Rank #903

Balance

−472.28

Exports

51.39 ₹ Cr

0.0014% share

+3.84% YoY

0.02% of Ch. 85

Imports

523.67 ₹ Cr

0.0093% share

+35.19% YoY

0.08% of Ch. 85

FY 2024-25 Exp. Rank #938

Balance

−356.02

Exports

39.89 ₹ Cr

0.0011% share

−22.38% YoY

0.01% of Ch. 85

Imports

395.91 ₹ Cr

0.0065% share

−24.40% YoY

0.05% of Ch. 85

FY 2025-26 Exp. Rank #865

Balance

−295.46

Exports

83.31 ₹ Cr

0.0021% share

+108.85% YoY

0.02% of Ch. 85

Imports

378.77 ₹ Cr

0.0055% share

−4.33% YoY

0.04% of Ch. 85

CAGR · 8-Year

Exports

28.16% /yr

Imports

20.09% /yr

Consistently Deficit
Chapter 85 total

reference, FY 2025-26

Export

₹4,77,278.49 Cr

Import

₹9,27,363.22 Cr

Trade Balance

−4,50,084.73

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

Key Trade Insights: HSN Sub-Chapter 8540 Export-Import Analysis

Consistent Export Growth: 28.16% CAGR Over 8 Years

India's exports under HSN Sub-Chapter 8540 have grown at a compound annual rate of 28.16% over 8 fiscal years, rising from ₹14.67 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹83.31 Crore in FY 2025-26.

HSN Sub-Chapter 8540 Ranked #865 Among All 1233 Subchapters by Export Value

In FY 2025-26, HSN Sub-Chapter 8540 ranks #865 out of 1233 subchapters by total export value. Within Chapter 85, it ranks #41 of 48. By trade surplus, it ranks #821 of 1233.

FY 2022-23 Was the Strongest Growth Year for HSN Sub-Chapter 8540 Exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Sub-Chapter 8540 was recorded in FY 2022-23, when exports surged by 275.78% over the prior year.

India Records a Trade Deficit of ₹295.46 Crore in HSN Sub-Chapter 8540 Goods

In FY 2025-26, India's imports of ₹378.77 Cr exceeded exports of ₹83.31 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹295.46 Crore — ranking #821 of 1233 by surplus magnitude.

Import Growth of 20.09% CAGR Signals Rising Demand for Thermionic, cold cathode tubes

India's imports under HSN Sub-Chapter 8540 have grown at 20.09% CAGR, reaching ₹378.77 Crore in FY 2025-26.

HSN Sub-Chapter 8540 Contributes 0.02% of Chapter 85 Exports — Ranked #41

Among the 48 subchapters under Chapter 85, HSN Sub-Chapter 8540 ranks #41 by export value — accounting for 0.02% of the chapter's total exports in FY 2025-26. On the import side, it holds 0.04% share (rank #45).

Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common queries about HSN Sub Chapter 8540 and GST compliance.

What products are classified under HSN 8540

It includes Thermionic, cold cathode tubes

How should I document Thermionic, cold cathode tubes sent for job work?

Use a delivery challan for sending Thermionic, cold cathode tubes to the job worker. Declare movement in your records and reconcile when the goods return. If the job worker raises a service invoice, classify it under SAC; your goods remain under the original HSN.

What should my invoice and records include for Thermionic, cold cathode tubes?

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.

Can reverse charge ever apply to transactions involving Thermionic, cold cathode tubes?

Reverse charge in goods is notified only for specific categories. Most regular B2B sales of Thermionic, cold cathode tubes are forward charge. Check the current notifications for any special cases before deciding.

Does MRP, weight or pack size change GST treatment for Thermionic, cold cathode tubes?

Some entries use MRP/weight‑based conditions for classification. Keep pack size, retail marking and brand status on records and invoice to support the chosen HSN.

Is the composition scheme suitable if I mainly trade Thermionic, cold cathode tubes?

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.

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