--- title: "9202 HSN Code | HSN Code for String musical instruments in India" description: "Know more about 9202 HSN Code with BUSY Accounting - HSN Tariff, GST Rates and case laws related to chapter 9202 covering String musical instruments." canonical: "https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-9202/" --- # HSN Sub-chapter 9202: String musical instruments Other string musical instruments (for example, guitars, violins, harps) 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 | | --- | --- | | 92021000 | [Played With A Bow](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-92021000/) | | 92029000 | [Other String Musical Instruments](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-92029000/) | ## Frequently asked questions ### What products are classified under HSN 9202 It includes String musical instruments ### What misclassification mistakes happen with String 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. ### Does packaging or branding change how GST applies to String musical instruments? Yes. Many food/agri goods are treated differently when sold as pre‑packaged & labelled retail packs versus loose/open packs. If String musical instruments 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. ### Is the composition scheme suitable if I mainly trade String musical instruments? 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. ### If I repair and return String musical instruments, 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 are the e‑way bill and e‑invoice points while moving String 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 9202 (FY 2024-25) Source: TradeStat EIDB, Ministry of Commerce & Industry. Values in ₹ Crore (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25). - Exports: ₹75 Cr (+30.73% YoY) — 0.0020% of India's total exports - Imports: ₹111 Cr (+21.78% YoY) — 0.0018% of India's total imports - Trade balance: −₹36 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #646 of 1233 sub-chapters - Share of Chapter 92: 19.08% of its exports; import side 17.24% - Rank within Chapter 92: #3 of 7 by export value; import-side #3 ### Key metrics - Export CAGR: 44.45% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years) - National export rank: #857 of 1233 sub-chapters by export value (FY 2024-25) - Peak growth year: +240.17% in FY 2021-22 - Contribution to Ch. 92: 19.08% of its exports (FY 2024-25) ## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Sub-Chapter 9202 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 | 8.21 | 0.0004% | — | 5.86% | 88.88 | 0.0025% | — | 21.80% | −80.67 | #1019 | | FY 2019-20 | 7.32 | 0.0003% | −10.84% | 3.74% | 77.21 | 0.0023% | −13.13% | 21.48% | −69.89 | #1019 | | FY 2020-21 | 8.39 | 0.0004% | +14.62% | 4.48% | 86.07 | 0.0030% | +11.48% | 24.57% | −77.68 | #1003 | | FY 2021-22 | 28.54 | 0.0009% | +240.17% | 9.93% | 87.22 | 0.0019% | +1.34% | 19.78% | −58.68 | #938 | | FY 2022-23 | 27.05 | 0.0007% | −5.22% | 7.32% | 86.01 | 0.0015% | −1.39% | 15.57% | −58.96 | #955 | | FY 2023-24 | 57.04 | 0.0016% | +110.87% | 15.20% | 91.01 | 0.0016% | +5.81% | 16.18% | −33.97 | #885 | | FY 2024-25 | 74.57 | 0.0020% | +30.73% | 19.08% | 110.83 | 0.0018% | +21.78% | 17.24% | −36.26 | #857 | - CAGR (7-year): exports 44.45%/yr, imports 3.75%/yr (consistently Deficit) ## Key trade insights: HSN Sub-Chapter 9202 export-import analysis ### Consistent export growth: 44.45% CAGR over 7 years India's exports under HSN Sub-Chapter 9202 have grown at a compound annual rate of 44.45% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹8.21 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹74.57 Crore in FY 2024-25. ### HSN Sub-Chapter 9202 ranked #857 among all 1233 sub-chapters by export value In FY 2024-25, HSN Sub-Chapter 9202 ranks #857 out of 1233 sub-chapters by total export value. Within Chapter 92, it ranks #3 of 7. By trade surplus, it ranks #646 of 1233. ### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Sub-Chapter 9202 exports The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Sub-Chapter 9202 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 240.17% over the prior year. ### India records a trade deficit of ₹36.26 Crore in HSN Sub-Chapter 9202 goods In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹110.83 Cr exceeded exports of ₹74.57 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹36.26 Crore — ranking #646 of 1233 by surplus magnitude. ### Import growth of 3.75% CAGR signals stable import dependency for String musical instruments India's imports under HSN Sub-Chapter 9202 have grown at 3.75% CAGR, reaching ₹110.83 Crore in FY 2024-25. ### HSN Sub-Chapter 9202 contributes 19.08% of Chapter 92 exports — ranked #3 Among the 7 sub-chapters under Chapter 92, HSN Sub-Chapter 9202 ranks #3 by export value — accounting for 19.08% of the chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 17.24% share (rank #3). ## 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 (this hsn sub-chapter) | ₹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](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-9201/) | ₹3 Cr | ## Other sub-chapters | Code | Title | | --- | --- | | 9201 | [Musical instruments](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-9201/) | | 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/) |