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# HSN Sub-chapter 8608: Railway or road signalling equipment

Railway or tramway track fixtures and fittings; mechanical (including electomechanical) signalling, safety or traffic control equipment for railway, tramways, roads, inland waterways, parking facilities, port installation or air-fields; parts of the foregoing

Part of [Chapter 86: Tramway/Railway Locomotives & Rolling Stock](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-86/).

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

## HSN codes

| Code | Title |
| --- | --- |
| 86080010 | [Railway Fixtures\| Track Fittings](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-86080010/) |
| 86080020 | [Micrometers, calipers and gauges : Gauges : Plug](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-86080020/) |
| 86080030 | [Railway Equipment\| Traffic Control Equipment](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-86080030/) |
| 86080040 | [Traffic Control Equipment, Roads/Ports](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-86080040/) |
| 86080090 | [Railway Signalling Equipment](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-86080090/) |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 8608

It includes Railway or road signalling equipment

### Can reverse charge ever apply to transactions involving Railway or road signalling equipment?

Reverse charge in goods is notified only for specific categories. Most regular B2B sales of Railway or road signalling equipment are forward charge. Check the current notifications for any special cases before deciding.

### What are the e‑way bill and e‑invoice points while moving Railway or road signalling equipment?

Generate an e‑way bill when the consignment value exceeds ₹50,000, unless exempted for the transaction. E‑invoicing depends on turnover (AATO threshold as notified) for B2B supplies, not on the item itself.

### Does packaging or branding change how GST applies to Railway or road signalling equipment?

Yes. Many food/agri goods are treated differently when sold as pre‑packaged & labelled retail packs versus loose/open packs. If Railway or road signalling equipment 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.

### What misclassification mistakes happen with Railway or road signalling equipment?

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.

### If I repair and return Railway or road signalling equipment, 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.

### What should my invoice and records include for Railway or road signalling equipment?

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.

## India's trade performance: HSN Sub-Chapter 8608 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹102 Cr (+31.32% YoY) — 0.0028% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹121 Cr (+7.66% YoY) — 0.0020% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹19 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #617 of 1233 sub-chapters
- Share of Chapter 86: 3.39% of its exports; import side 1.91%
- Rank within Chapter 86: #7 of 9 by export value; import-side #6

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 10.70% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #822 of 1233 sub-chapters by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +42.48% in FY 2020-21
- Contribution to Ch. 86: 3.39% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Sub-Chapter 8608

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. 86 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Ch. 86 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 55.67 | 0.0024% | — | 1.58% | 115.95 | 0.0032% | — | 2.36% | −60.28 | #820 |
| FY 2019-20 | 55.62 | 0.0025% | −0.09% | 3.05% | 78.65 | 0.0023% | −32.17% | 2.27% | −23.03 | #824 |
| FY 2020-21 | 79.25 | 0.0037% | +42.48% | 6.23% | 74.38 | 0.0026% | −5.43% | 1.94% | +4.87 | #764 |
| FY 2021-22 | 95.33 | 0.0030% | +20.29% | 3.07% | 81.68 | 0.0018% | +9.81% | 2.14% | +13.65 | #790 |
| FY 2022-23 | 103.25 | 0.0029% | +8.31% | 3.48% | 157.73 | 0.0027% | +93.11% | 3.01% | −54.48 | #799 |
| FY 2023-24 | 78.03 | 0.0022% | −24.43% | 2.99% | 112.39 | 0.0020% | −28.75% | 1.75% | −34.36 | #843 |
| FY 2024-25 | 102.47 | 0.0028% | +31.32% | 3.39% | 121.00 | 0.0020% | +7.66% | 1.91% | −18.53 | #822 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 10.70%/yr, imports 0.71%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Sub-Chapter 8608 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 10.70% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Sub-Chapter 8608 have grown at a compound annual rate of 10.70% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹55.67 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹102.47 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Sub-Chapter 8608 ranked #822 among all 1233 sub-chapters by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Sub-Chapter 8608 ranks #822 out of 1233 sub-chapters by total export value. Within Chapter 86, it ranks #7 of 9. By trade surplus, it ranks #617 of 1233.

### FY 2020-21 was the strongest growth year for HSN Sub-Chapter 8608 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Sub-Chapter 8608 was recorded in FY 2020-21, when exports surged by 42.48% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹18.53 Crore in HSN Sub-Chapter 8608 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹121.00 Cr exceeded exports of ₹102.47 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹18.53 Crore — ranking #617 of 1233 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 0.71% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Railway or road signalling equipment

India's imports under HSN Sub-Chapter 8608 have grown at 0.71% CAGR, reaching ₹121.00 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Sub-Chapter 8608 contributes 3.39% of Chapter 86 exports — ranked #7

Among the 9 sub-chapters under Chapter 86, HSN Sub-Chapter 8608 ranks #7 by export value — accounting for 3.39% of the chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 1.91% share (rank #6).

## Related Sub-Chapters in Chapter 86

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Sub-Chapter | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 8607: Railway parts](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8607/) | ₹1,307 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 8609: Transport Containers](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8609/) | ₹526 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 8606: Railway goods vans](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8606/) | ₹462 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 8602: Rail locomotives; tender](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8602/) | ₹358 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 8603: Self-propelled rail vehicles](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8603/) | ₹144 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 8604: Railway Maintenance Vehicles](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8604/) | ₹119 Cr |
| #7 | HSN Sub-Chapter 8608: Railway or road signalling equipment (this hsn sub-chapter) | ₹102 Cr |
| — | [HSN Sub-Chapter 8601: Electric rail locomotives](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8601/) | Nil |
| — | [HSN Sub-Chapter 8605: Railway coaches & special-purpose vans](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8605/) | Nil |

## Other sub-chapters

| Code | Title |
| --- | --- |
| 8601 | [Electric rail locomotives](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8601/) |
| 8602 | [Rail locomotives; tender](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8602/) |
| 8603 | [Self-propelled rail vehicles](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8603/) |
| 8604 | [Railway Maintenance Vehicles](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8604/) |
| 8605 | [Railway coaches & special-purpose vans](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8605/) |
| 8606 | [Railway goods vans](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8606/) |
| 8607 | [Railway parts](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8607/) |
| 8609 | [Transport Containers](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8609/) |