--- title: "9201 HSN Code | HSN Code for Musical instruments in India" description: "Know more about 9201 HSN Code with BUSY Accounting - HSN Tariff, GST Rates and case laws related to chapter 9201 covering Musical instruments." canonical: "https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-9201/" --- # HSN Sub-chapter 9201: Musical instruments Pianos, including automatic pianos; harpsi-chords and other keyboard stringed instruments Part of [Chapter 92: Musical Instruments, Its Parts](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-92/). - Current GST rate: 18% - Earlier GST rate: 18% ## HSN codes | Code | Title | | --- | --- | | 92011000 | [Upright Pianos](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-92011000/) | | 92012000 | [Grand pianos](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-92012000/) | | 92019000 | [Pianos and Keyboard Stringed Instruments](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-92019000/) | ## Frequently asked questions ### What products are classified under HSN 9201 It includes Musical instruments ### What misclassification mistakes happen with Musical instruments? 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 Musical instruments 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. ### Any special steps when selling Musical instruments through an e‑commerce platform? Ensure registration requirements are met and reconcile the operator’s TCS statements with your GSTR‑2B/3B. Map SKU descriptions to HSN to reduce mismatches and returns. ### How do I bill a kit or combo that includes Musical instruments? 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. ### What are the e‑way bill and e‑invoice points while moving Musical instruments? 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. ## India's trade performance: HSN Sub-Chapter 9201 (FY 2024-25) Source: TradeStat EIDB, Ministry of Commerce & Industry. Values in ₹ Crore (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25). - Exports: ₹3 Cr (+34.63% YoY) — 0.0001% of India's total exports - Imports: ₹31 Cr (+14.17% YoY) — 0.0005% of India's total imports - Trade balance: −₹27 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #636 of 1233 sub-chapters - Share of Chapter 92: 0.89% of its exports; import side 4.80% - Rank within Chapter 92: #7 of 7 by export value; import-side #5 ### Key metrics - Export CAGR: 11.61% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years) - National export rank: #1103 of 1233 sub-chapters by export value (FY 2024-25) - Peak growth year: +45.81% in FY 2019-20 - Contribution to Ch. 92: 0.89% of its exports (FY 2024-25) ## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Sub-Chapter 9201 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. 92 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Ch. 92 | Trade balance | Exp rank | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | FY 2018-19 | 1.79 | 0.0001% | — | 1.28% | 13.68 | 0.0004% | — | 3.36% | −11.89 | #1113 | | FY 2019-20 | 2.61 | 0.0001% | +45.81% | 1.33% | 14.36 | 0.0004% | +4.97% | 3.99% | −11.75 | #1081 | | FY 2020-21 | 2.60 | 0.0001% | −0.38% | 1.39% | 15.37 | 0.0005% | +7.03% | 4.39% | −12.77 | #1083 | | FY 2021-22 | 2.94 | 0.0001% | +13.08% | 1.02% | 21.50 | 0.0005% | +39.88% | 4.88% | −18.56 | #1094 | | FY 2022-23 | 2.37 | 0.0001% | −19.39% | 0.64% | 23.69 | 0.0004% | +10.19% | 4.29% | −21.32 | #1106 | | FY 2023-24 | 2.57 | 0.0001% | +8.44% | 0.68% | 27.02 | 0.0005% | +14.06% | 4.80% | −24.45 | #1113 | | FY 2024-25 | 3.46 | 0.0001% | +34.63% | 0.89% | 30.85 | 0.0005% | +14.17% | 4.80% | −27.39 | #1103 | - CAGR (7-year): exports 11.61%/yr, imports 14.51%/yr (consistently Deficit) ## Key trade insights: HSN Sub-Chapter 9201 export-import analysis ### Consistent export growth: 11.61% CAGR over 7 years India's exports under HSN Sub-Chapter 9201 have grown at a compound annual rate of 11.61% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹1.79 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹3.46 Crore in FY 2024-25. ### HSN Sub-Chapter 9201 ranked #1103 among all 1233 sub-chapters by export value In FY 2024-25, HSN Sub-Chapter 9201 ranks #1103 out of 1233 sub-chapters by total export value. Within Chapter 92, it ranks #7 of 7. By trade surplus, it ranks #636 of 1233. ### FY 2019-20 was the strongest growth year for HSN Sub-Chapter 9201 exports The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Sub-Chapter 9201 was recorded in FY 2019-20, when exports surged by 45.81% over the prior year. ### India records a trade deficit of ₹27.39 Crore in HSN Sub-Chapter 9201 goods In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹30.85 Cr exceeded exports of ₹3.46 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹27.39 Crore — ranking #636 of 1233 by surplus magnitude. ### Import growth of 14.51% CAGR signals rising demand for Musical instruments India's imports under HSN Sub-Chapter 9201 have grown at 14.51% CAGR, reaching ₹30.85 Crore in FY 2024-25. ### HSN Sub-Chapter 9201 contributes 0.89% of Chapter 92 exports — ranked #7 Among the 7 sub-chapters under Chapter 92, HSN Sub-Chapter 9201 ranks #7 by export value — accounting for 0.89% of the chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 4.80% share (rank #5). ## Related Sub-Chapters in Chapter 92 Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25). | Rank | HSN Sub-Chapter | Exports (FY 2024-25) | | --- | --- | --- | | #1 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 9207: Electric musical instruments](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-9207/) | ₹176 Cr | | #2 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 9209: Musical Instrument Parts](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-9209/) | ₹83 Cr | | #3 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 9202: String musical instruments](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-9202/) | ₹75 Cr | | #4 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 9208: Musical instruments](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-9208/) | ₹21 Cr | | #5 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 9206: Percussion musical instruments](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-9206/) | ₹19 Cr | | #6 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 9205: Wind Musical Instruments](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-9205/) | ₹13 Cr | | #7 | HSN Sub-Chapter 9201: Musical instruments (this hsn sub-chapter) | ₹3 Cr | ## Other sub-chapters | Code | Title | | --- | --- | | 9202 | [String musical instruments](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-9202/) | | 9205 | [Wind Musical Instruments](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-9205/) | | 9206 | [Percussion musical instruments](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-9206/) | | 9207 | [Electric musical instruments](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-9207/) | | 9208 | [Musical instruments](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-9208/) | | 9209 | [Musical Instrument Parts](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-9209/) |