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# HSN Code 90111000: Stereoscopic Microscopes

- [Section 18: Guide to HSN Section 18](https://busy.in/hsn/section-18/)
- [Chapter 90: Optical & Medical Instruments](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-90/)
- [Sub-chapter 9011: Compound optical microscopes](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-9011/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Stereoscopic microscopes | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 90111000 ?

It includes Telescopic Sights for Arms

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Stereoscopic Microscopes?

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 should mixed supplies be billed when Stereoscopic Microscopes is sold with other items?

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

### How much GST applies to Stereoscopic Microscopes?

Under HSN 90111000, Stereoscopic Microscopes attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Stereoscopic Microscopes?

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

### Any common misclassification issue with Stereoscopic Microscopes?

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

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Stereoscopic Microscopes?

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.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 90111000 (FY 2024-25)

Source: TradeStat EIDB, Ministry of Commerce & Industry. Values in ₹ Crore (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25).

- Exports: ₹14 Cr (+107.17% YoY) — 0.0004% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹41 Cr (+16.20% YoY) — 0.0007% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹27 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #9757 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 9011: 10.06% of its exports; import side 4.67%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 9011: #3 of 4 by export value; import-side #3

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 33.59% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #5330 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +652.44% in FY 2021-22
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 9011: 10.06% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 90111000

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 Sub-Ch. 9011 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 9011 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 2.49 | 0.0001% | — | 3.29% | 16.83 | 0.0005% | — | 2.73% | −14.34 | #6711 |
| FY 2019-20 | 2.09 | 0.0001% | −16.06% | 2.48% | 30.98 | 0.0009% | +84.08% | 5.15% | −28.89 | #6881 |
| FY 2020-21 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −60.77% | 1.65% | 22.54 | 0.0008% | −27.24% | 5.41% | −21.72 | #7830 |
| FY 2021-22 | 6.17 | 0.0002% | +652.44% | 8.31% | 34.74 | 0.0008% | +54.13% | 6.58% | −28.57 | #6096 |
| FY 2022-23 | 7.33 | 0.0002% | +18.80% | 9.39% | 45.51 | 0.0008% | +31.00% | 6.70% | −38.18 | #6025 |
| FY 2023-24 | 6.83 | 0.0002% | −6.82% | 4.65% | 35.12 | 0.0006% | −22.83% | 4.30% | −28.29 | #6196 |
| FY 2024-25 | 14.15 | 0.0004% | +107.17% | 10.06% | 40.81 | 0.0007% | +16.20% | 4.67% | −26.66 | #5330 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 33.59%/yr, imports 15.91%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 90111000 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 33.59% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 90111000 have grown at a compound annual rate of 33.59% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹2.49 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹14.15 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 90111000 ranked #5330 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 90111000 ranks #5330 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 9011, it ranks #3 of 4. By trade surplus, it ranks #9757 of 12657.

### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 90111000 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 90111000 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 652.44% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹26.66 Crore in HSN Code 90111000 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹40.81 Cr exceeded exports of ₹14.15 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹26.66 Crore — ranking #9757 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 15.91% CAGR signals rising demand for Stereoscopic Microscopes

India's imports under HSN Code 90111000 have grown at 15.91% CAGR, reaching ₹40.81 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 90111000 contributes 10.06% of Sub-Chapter 9011 exports — ranked #3

Among the 4 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 9011, HSN Code 90111000 ranks #3 by export value — accounting for 10.06% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 4.67% share (rank #3).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 9011

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 90118000: Other Microscopes](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-90118000/) | ₹99 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 90119000: Parts And Accessories](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-90119000/) | ₹26 Cr |
| #3 | HSN Code 90111000: Stereoscopic Microscopes (this hsn code) | ₹14 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 90112000: Other Photomicrography/Microprojection Microscopes](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-90112000/) | ₹1 Cr |