HSN Code 37011010: X-ray photographic plates – Medical

HSN Code 37011010 represents X-ray photographic plates – Medical under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify X-ray photographic plates – Medical correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Code 37011010, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import or export of X-ray photographic plates – Medical.

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Description of Goods for HSN Code 37011010

HSN Code 37011010 relates to the following description.

Description of Goods

For X-ray : Medical

Chapter

37 - Photographic or cinematographic goods

Sub Chapter

3701 - Photographic plates and film in the flat, sensitised, unexposed, of any material other than paper, paperboard or textiles; instant print-film in the flat, sensitised, unexposed, whether or not in packs

CGST

6%

SGST

6%

IGST

12%

CESS

0%

What does HSN Code 37011010 not include?

X-ray photographic plates – Medical does not include products with the following descriptions.

India’s Trade Performance — HSN Code 37011010 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

₹20 Cr

+34.93% vs FY 2023-24

0.0005% of India’s total exports

India’s Imports

FY 2024-25

₹905 Cr

+6.28% vs FY 2023-24

0.0149% of India’s total imports

Trade Balance

FY 2024-25

−₹885 Cr

Trade Deficit

Surplus rank #12172 of 12657 HSN codes

% of Sub-Chapter 3701

FY 2024-25

17.87%

Share of Sub-Chapter 3701’s total exports in FY 2024-25

Import side: 63.82% of Sub-Chapter 3701’s imports

Rank Within Sub-Chapter 3701

FY 2024-25

#3 of 8

Position by export value among HSN codes in Sub-Chapter 3701

Import-side rank: #1 of 8

At a glance

28.81%

Export CAGR

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

#4871

National Export Rank

of 12657 HSN codes by export value, FY 2024-25

+67.09%

Peak Growth Year

FY 2021-22 · strongest single-year move

17.87%

Contribution to Sub-Ch. 3701

Share of Sub-Chapter 3701 exports in FY 2024-25

India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Code 37011010

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 #6029

Balance

−562.65

Exports

4.39 ₹ Cr

0.0002% share

YoY

19.46% of Sub-Ch. 3701

Imports

567.04 ₹ Cr

0.0158% share

YoY

69.89% of Sub-Ch. 3701

FY 2019-20 Exp. Rank #5420

Balance

−593.40

Exports

7.18 ₹ Cr

0.0003% share

+63.55% YoY

25.81% of Sub-Ch. 3701

Imports

600.58 ₹ Cr

0.0179% share

+5.91% YoY

74.24% of Sub-Ch. 3701

FY 2020-21 Exp. Rank #5654

Balance

−492.52

Exports

6.23 ₹ Cr

0.0003% share

−13.23% YoY

18.08% of Sub-Ch. 3701

Imports

498.75 ₹ Cr

0.0171% share

−16.96% YoY

67.85% of Sub-Ch. 3701

FY 2021-22 Exp. Rank #5434

Balance

−712.49

Exports

10.41 ₹ Cr

0.0003% share

+67.09% YoY

29.37% of Sub-Ch. 3701

Imports

722.90 ₹ Cr

0.0158% share

+44.94% YoY

69.85% of Sub-Ch. 3701

FY 2022-23 Exp. Rank #5343

Balance

−744.53

Exports

12.49 ₹ Cr

0.0003% share

+19.98% YoY

35.99% of Sub-Ch. 3701

Imports

757.02 ₹ Cr

0.0132% share

+4.72% YoY

68.43% of Sub-Ch. 3701

FY 2023-24 Exp. Rank #5175

Balance

−836.31

Exports

14.86 ₹ Cr

0.0004% share

+18.98% YoY

26.61% of Sub-Ch. 3701

Imports

851.17 ₹ Cr

0.0152% share

+12.44% YoY

69.02% of Sub-Ch. 3701

FY 2024-25 Exp. Rank #4871

Balance

−884.57

Exports

20.05 ₹ Cr

0.0005% share

+34.93% YoY

17.87% of Sub-Ch. 3701

Imports

904.62 ₹ Cr

0.0149% share

+6.28% YoY

63.82% of Sub-Ch. 3701

CAGR · 7-Year

Exports

28.81% /yr

Imports

8.10% /yr

Consistently Deficit
Sub-Chapter 3701 total

reference, FY 2024-25

Export

₹112.17 Cr

Import

₹1,417.46 Cr

Trade Balance

−1,305.29

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

Key Trade Insights: HSN Code 37011010 Export-Import Analysis

Consistent Export Growth: 28.81% CAGR Over 7 Years

India's exports under HSN Code 37011010 have grown at a compound annual rate of 28.81% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹4.39 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹20.05 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Code 37011010 Ranked #4871 Among All 12657 HSN codes by Export Value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 37011010 ranks #4871 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 3701, it ranks #3 of 8. By trade surplus, it ranks #12172 of 12657.

FY 2021-22 Was the Strongest Growth Year for HSN Code 37011010 Exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 37011010 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 67.09% over the prior year.

India Records a Trade Deficit of ₹884.57 Crore in HSN Code 37011010 Goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹904.62 Cr exceeded exports of ₹20.05 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹884.57 Crore — ranking #12172 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

Import Growth of 8.10% CAGR Signals Stable Import Dependency for X-ray photographic plates – Medical

India's imports under HSN Code 37011010 have grown at 8.10% CAGR, reaching ₹904.62 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Code 37011010 Contributes 17.87% of Sub-Chapter 3701 Exports — Ranked #3

Among the 8 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 3701, HSN Code 37011010 ranks #3 by export value — accounting for 17.87% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 63.82% share (rank #1).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common queries about HSN Code 37011010 and GST compliance.

What products are classified under HSN 37011010 ?

It includes X-ray photographic plates – Medical

Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade X-ray photographic plates – Medical?

If your outward supply is taxable, eligible ITC is available subject to general restrictions. For exempt/Nil supplies, reverse credit per Rule 42.

How should mixed supplies be billed when X-ray photographic plates – Medical is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for X-ray photographic plates – Medical; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

How much GST applies to X-ray photographic plates – Medical?

Under HSN 37011010, X-ray photographic plates – Medical attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

Does packaging or labelling change the GST for X-ray photographic plates – Medical?

For food/agri items, GST can be 5% when not fresh/chilled and sold as pre‑packaged & labelled; otherwise often Nil. For non‑food items, rates depend on the specific sub‑heading.

Any common misclassification issue with X-ray photographic plates – Medical?

Use the exact HSN and describe the form/grade. For multi‑line invoices, apply the rate per line to avoid wrong tax collection.

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.