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HSN Code 38221990: Other lab reagents

HSN Code 38221990 represents Other lab reagents under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Other lab reagents correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Code 38221990, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import or export of Other lab reagents.

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Description of Goods for HSN Code 38221990

HSN Code 38221990 relates to the following description.

Description of Goods

Diagnostic or laboratory reagents on a backing, prepared diagnostic or laboratory reagents whether or not on a backing, whether or not put up in the form of kits: Other: Other

Chapter

38 - Miscellaneous chemical products

Sub Chapter

3822 - Diagnostic or laboratory reagents on a backing, prepared diagnostic or laboratory reagents whether or not on a backing, whether or not put up in the form of kits, other than those of heading 3006; certified reference materials

CGST

2.5%

SGST

2.5%

IGST

5%

CESS

0%

What does HSN Code 38221990 not include?

Other lab reagents does not include products with the following descriptions.

HSN Code 38220011

Diagnostic or laboratory reagents on a backing, prepared diagnostic or laboratory reagents whether or not on a backing, other than those of heading 3002 or 3006; certified reference materials diagnostic or laboratory reagents on a backing, prepared diagnostic or laboratory reagents whether or not on a backing, other than those of heading 3002 or 3006; certified reference materials: for medical diagnosis: pregnancy confirmation reagents

HSN Code 38220012

Diagnostic or laboratory reagents on a backing, prepared diagnostic or laboratory reagents whether or not on a backing, other than those of heading 3002 or 3006; certified reference materials diagnostic or laboratory reagents on a backing, prepared diagnostic or laboratory reagents whether or not on a backing, other than those of heading 3002 or 3006; certified reference materials: for medical diagnosis: reagents for diagnosing aids

HSN Code 38220019

Diagnostic or laboratory reagents on a backing, prepared diagnostic or laboratory reagents whether or not on a backing, other than those of heading 3002 or 3006; certified reference materials diagnostic or laboratory reagents on a backing, prepared diagnostic or laboratory reagents whether or not on a backing, other than those of heading 3002 or 3006; certified reference materials: for medical diagnosis: other

HSN Code 38220090

Diagnostic or laboratory reagents on a backing, prepared diagnostic or laboratory reagents whether or not on a backing, other than those of heading 3002 or 3006; certified reference materials diagnostic or laboratory reagents on a backing, prepared diagnostic or laboratory reagents whether or not on a backing, other than those of heading 3002 or 3006; certified reference materials: other

HSN Code 38221100

Diagnostic or laboratory reagents on a backing, prepared diagnostic or laboratory reagents whether or not on a backing, whether or not put up in the form of kits: For Malaria

HSN Code 38221200

Diagnostic or laboratory reagents on a backing, prepared diagnostic or laboratory reagents whether or not on a backing, whether or not put up in the form of kits: For Zika and other diseases transmitted by mosquitoes of the genus Aedes

HSN Code 38221300

Diagnostic or laboratory reagents on a backing, prepared diagnostic or laboratory reagents whether or not on a backing, whether or not put up in the form of kits: For blood-grouping

HSN Code 38221910

Diagnostic or laboratory reagents on a backing, prepared diagnostic or laboratory reagents whether or not on a backing, whether or not put up in the form of kits: Other: Pregnancy test kit

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India’s Trade Performance — HSN Code 38221990 in FY 2025-26

TradeStat EIDB — Ministry of Commerce & Industry FY 2018-19–FY 2025-26 Values in ₹ Crore

India’s Exports

FY 2025-26

₹585 Cr

+31.31% vs FY 2024-25

0.0150% of India’s total exports

India’s Imports

FY 2025-26

₹6,479 Cr

+21.59% vs FY 2024-25

0.0945% of India’s total imports

Trade Balance

FY 2025-26

−₹5,894 Cr

Trade Deficit

Surplus rank #12710 of 12872 HSN codes

% of Sub-Chapter 3822

FY 2025-26

27.13%

Share of Sub-Chapter 3822’s total exports in FY 2025-26

Import side: 69.46% of Sub-Chapter 3822’s imports

Rank Within Sub-Chapter 3822

FY 2025-26

#3 of 11

Position by export value among HSN codes in Sub-Chapter 3822

Import-side rank: #1 of 11

At a glance

#983

National Export Rank

of 12872 HSN codes by export value, FY 2025-26

+65.00%

Peak Growth Year

FY 2023-24 · strongest single-year move

27.13%

Contribution to Sub-Ch. 3822

Share of Sub-Chapter 3822 exports in FY 2025-26

India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Code 38221990

8-year export and import data, FY 2018-19 to FY 2025-26, in ₹ Crore. Source: Ministry of Commerce & Industry, TradeStat EIDB.

FY 2018-19

Balance

0.00

Exports

Nil ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

— YoY

0.00% of Sub-Ch. 3822

Imports

Nil ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

— YoY

0.00% of Sub-Ch. 3822

FY 2019-20

Balance

0.00

Exports

Nil ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

— YoY

0.00% of Sub-Ch. 3822

Imports

Nil ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

— YoY

0.00% of Sub-Ch. 3822

FY 2020-21

Balance

0.00

Exports

Nil ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

— YoY

0.00% of Sub-Ch. 3822

Imports

Nil ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

— YoY

0.00% of Sub-Ch. 3822

FY 2021-22

Balance

0.00

Exports

Nil ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

— YoY

0.00% of Sub-Ch. 3822

Imports

Nil ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

— YoY

0.00% of Sub-Ch. 3822

FY 2022-23 Exp. Rank #1543

Balance

−3,411.82

Exports

239.98 ₹ Cr

0.0066% share

— YoY

15.64% of Sub-Ch. 3822

Imports

3,651.80 ₹ Cr

0.0635% share

— YoY

59.22% of Sub-Ch. 3822

FY 2023-24 Exp. Rank #1155

Balance

−3,916.02

Exports

395.97 ₹ Cr

0.0109% share

+65.00% YoY

22.16% of Sub-Ch. 3822

Imports

4,311.99 ₹ Cr

0.0768% share

+18.08% YoY

64.85% of Sub-Ch. 3822

FY 2024-25 Exp. Rank #1099

Balance

−4,883.29

Exports

445.46 ₹ Cr

0.0121% share

+12.50% YoY

22.72% of Sub-Ch. 3822

Imports

5,328.75 ₹ Cr

0.0877% share

+23.58% YoY

68.97% of Sub-Ch. 3822

FY 2025-26 Exp. Rank #983

Balance

−5,894.27

Exports

584.95 ₹ Cr

0.0150% share

+31.31% YoY

27.13% of Sub-Ch. 3822

Imports

6,479.22 ₹ Cr

0.0945% share

+21.59% YoY

69.46% of Sub-Ch. 3822

Sub-Chapter 3822 total

reference, FY 2025-26

Export

₹2,155.91 Cr

Import

₹9,328.04 Cr

Trade Balance

−7,172.13

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

Key Trade Insights: HSN Code 38221990 Export-Import Analysis

Export Snapshot for HSN Code 38221990

India exported ₹584.95 Crore worth of Other lab reagents in FY 2025-26. Multi-year trend data is being compiled for this hsn code.

HSN Code 38221990 Ranked #983 Among All 12872 HSN codes by Export Value

In FY 2025-26, HSN Code 38221990 ranks #983 out of 12872 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 3822, it ranks #3 of 11. By trade surplus, it ranks #12710 of 12872.

FY 2023-24 Was the Strongest Growth Year for HSN Code 38221990 Exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 38221990 was recorded in FY 2023-24, when exports surged by 65.00% over the prior year.

India Records a Trade Deficit of ₹5,894.27 Crore in HSN Code 38221990 Goods

In FY 2025-26, India's imports of ₹6,479.22 Cr exceeded exports of ₹584.95 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹5,894.27 Crore — ranking #12710 of 12872 by surplus magnitude.

HSN Code 38221990 Contributes 27.13% of Sub-Chapter 3822 Exports — Ranked #3

Among the 11 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 3822, HSN Code 38221990 ranks #3 by export value — accounting for 27.13% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2025-26. On the import side, it holds 69.46% share (rank #1).

Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common queries about HSN Code 38221990 and GST compliance.

What products are classified under HSN 38221990 ?

It includes Other lab reagents

How should mixed supplies be billed when Other lab reagents is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Other lab reagents; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Other lab reagents?

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

Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Other lab reagents?

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.

Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Other lab reagents?

e‑Way bill is needed above ₹50,000 consignment value (subject to exemptions). e‑Invoicing is turnover‑based (presently AATO > ₹5 crore) for B2B supplies.

How much GST applies to Other lab reagents?

Under HSN 38221990, Other lab reagents attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

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