9205 HSN Code: Wind Musical Instruments

HSN Sub Chapter 9205 represents Wind Musical Instruments under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Wind Musical Instruments correctly for billing, taxation, and trade purposes. With HSN Sub Chapter 9205, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import/export of Wind Musical Instruments.

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New GST Rate for HSN Code 9205

GST Rate for Wind Musical Instruments under HSN Code 9205. Understand current tax rates, exemptions, and legal classifications to ensure accurate billing and GST filing.

Chapter No

92

HSN Code

HSN Description

Wind musical instruments (for example, keyboard pipe organs, accordions, clarinets, trumpets, bagpipes) other than fairground organs and |mechanical street organs

New GST Rate

18 %
Standard

Old GST Rate

18 %

Tariff HSN Codes under HSN Sub Chapter 9205

Following tariff HSN codes fall under Wind Musical Instruments.

Tariff HSN

Description

Brass-wind instruments

Tariff HSN

Description

Other : Flutes

Tariff HSN

Description

Other : Clarinets

Tariff HSN

Description

Other : Other

India’s Trade Performance — HSN Sub-Chapter 9205 in FY 2024-25

TradeStat EIDB — Ministry of Commerce & Industry FY 2018-19–FY 2024-25 Values in ₹ Crore

India’s Exports

FY 2024-25

₹13 Cr

+1.88% vs FY 2023-24

0.0004% of India’s total exports

India’s Imports

FY 2024-25

₹11 Cr

+11.17% vs FY 2023-24

0.0002% of India’s total imports

Trade Balance

FY 2024-25

₹2 Cr

Trade Surplus

Surplus rank #498 of 1233 subchapters

% of Chapter 92

FY 2024-25

3.33%

Share of Chapter 92’s total exports in FY 2024-25

Import side: 1.64% of Chapter 92’s imports

Rank Within Chapter 92

FY 2024-25

#6 of 7

Position by export value among subchapters in Chapter 92

Import-side rank: #6 of 7

At a glance

15.75%

Export CAGR

FY 2018-19 → FY 2024-25 · 7 fiscal years

#1032

National Export Rank

of 1233 subchapters by export value, FY 2024-25

+44.31%

Peak Growth Year

FY 2020-21 · strongest single-year move

3.33%

Contribution to Ch. 92

Share of Chapter 92 exports in FY 2024-25

India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Sub-Chapter 9205

7-year export and import data, FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, in ₹ Crore. Source: Ministry of Commerce & Industry, TradeStat EIDB.

FY 2018-19 Exp. Rank #1048

Balance

−2.06

Exports

5.41 ₹ Cr

0.0002% share

YoY

3.86% of Ch. 92

Imports

7.47 ₹ Cr

0.0002% share

YoY

1.83% of Ch. 92

FY 2019-20 Exp. Rank #1033

Balance

+0.15

Exports

5.62 ₹ Cr

0.0003% share

+3.88% YoY

2.87% of Ch. 92

Imports

5.47 ₹ Cr

0.0002% share

−26.77% YoY

1.52% of Ch. 92

FY 2020-21 Exp. Rank #1007

Balance

+1.34

Exports

8.11 ₹ Cr

0.0004% share

+44.31% YoY

4.33% of Ch. 92

Imports

6.77 ₹ Cr

0.0002% share

+23.77% YoY

1.93% of Ch. 92

FY 2021-22 Exp. Rank #1022

Balance

+2.36

Exports

10.24 ₹ Cr

0.0003% share

+26.26% YoY

3.56% of Ch. 92

Imports

7.88 ₹ Cr

0.0002% share

+16.40% YoY

1.79% of Ch. 92

FY 2022-23 Exp. Rank #1028

Balance

+0.90

Exports

10.93 ₹ Cr

0.0003% share

+6.74% YoY

2.96% of Ch. 92

Imports

10.03 ₹ Cr

0.0002% share

+27.28% YoY

1.82% of Ch. 92

FY 2023-24 Exp. Rank #1025

Balance

+3.28

Exports

12.77 ₹ Cr

0.0004% share

+16.83% YoY

3.40% of Ch. 92

Imports

9.49 ₹ Cr

0.0002% share

−5.38% YoY

1.69% of Ch. 92

FY 2024-25 Exp. Rank #1032

Balance

+2.46

Exports

13.01 ₹ Cr

0.0004% share

+1.88% YoY

3.33% of Ch. 92

Imports

10.55 ₹ Cr

0.0002% share

+11.17% YoY

1.64% of Ch. 92

CAGR · 7-Year

Exports

15.75% /yr

Imports

5.92% /yr

Consistently Surplus
Chapter 92 total

reference, FY 2024-25

Export

₹390.88 Cr

Import

₹642.76 Cr

Trade Balance

−251.88

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

Key Trade Insights: HSN Sub-Chapter 9205 Export-Import Analysis

Consistent Export Growth: 15.75% CAGR Over 7 Years

India's exports under HSN Sub-Chapter 9205 have grown at a compound annual rate of 15.75% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹5.41 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹13.01 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Sub-Chapter 9205 Ranked #1032 Among All 1233 Subchapters by Export Value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Sub-Chapter 9205 ranks #1032 out of 1233 subchapters by total export value. Within Chapter 92, it ranks #6 of 7. By trade surplus, it ranks #498 of 1233.

FY 2020-21 Was the Strongest Growth Year for HSN Sub-Chapter 9205 Exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Sub-Chapter 9205 was recorded in FY 2020-21, when exports surged by 44.31% over the prior year.

India Maintains a Trade Surplus of ₹2.46 Crore in HSN Sub-Chapter 9205 Goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹13.01 Cr exceeded imports of ₹10.55 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹2.46 Crore — ranking #498 of 1233 by surplus magnitude.

Import Growth of 5.92% CAGR Signals Stable Import Dependency for Wind Musical Instruments

India's imports under HSN Sub-Chapter 9205 have grown at 5.92% CAGR, reaching ₹10.55 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Sub-Chapter 9205 Contributes 3.33% of Chapter 92 Exports — Ranked #6

Among the 7 subchapters under Chapter 92, HSN Sub-Chapter 9205 ranks #6 by export value — accounting for 3.33% of the chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 1.64% share (rank #6).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common queries about HSN Sub Chapter 9205 and GST compliance.

What products are classified under HSN 9205

It includes Wind Musical Instruments

Does packaging or branding change how GST applies to Wind Musical Instruments?

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

Any import/export nuance for Wind Musical Instruments?

Exports are zero‑rated (with or without payment of IGST) subject to LUT/refund conditions. Imports may attract customs duties in addition to GST. Keep HSN‑wise description consistent across invoice, shipping bill and BOE.

Does MRP, weight or pack size change GST treatment for Wind Musical Instruments?

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.

How are warranty replacements of Wind 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.

Is the composition scheme suitable if I mainly trade Wind 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.

Important Disclaimer

The above does not constitute professional advice or a formal recommendation. We recommend consulting a professional tax consultant before acting on the information contained in this piece of content.