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# HSN Code 90153090: Levels : Other

- [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 9015: Surveying, geophysical instruments](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-9015/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Levels : Other | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 90153090 ?

It includes Electric Balances (Sensitivity ≥5cg)

### Any common misclassification issue with Levels : Other?

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 Levels : Other?

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.

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Levels : Other?

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 Levels : Other is sold with other items?

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

### How much GST applies to Levels : Other?

Under HSN 90153090, Levels : Other attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 90153090 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹7 Cr (+299.44% YoY) — 0.0002% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹76 Cr (+40.88% YoY) — 0.0012% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹68 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #10484 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 9015: 0.47% of its exports; import side 4.00%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 9015: #8 of 10 by export value; import-side #7

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 31.70% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #6200 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +332.00% in FY 2022-23
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 9015: 0.47% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 90153090

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. 9015 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 9015 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 1.37 | 0.0001% | — | 0.19% | 29.18 | 0.0008% | — | 1.98% | −27.81 | #7327 |
| FY 2019-20 | 2.71 | 0.0001% | +97.81% | 0.29% | 28.22 | 0.0008% | −3.29% | 2.05% | −25.51 | #6599 |
| FY 2020-21 | 7.39 | 0.0003% | +172.69% | 0.85% | 28.02 | 0.0010% | −0.71% | 2.01% | −20.63 | #5453 |
| FY 2021-22 | 1.75 | 0.0001% | −76.32% | 0.23% | 43.75 | 0.0010% | +56.14% | 2.87% | −42.00 | #7459 |
| FY 2022-23 | 7.56 | 0.0002% | +332.00% | 0.53% | 65.82 | 0.0011% | +50.45% | 2.53% | −58.26 | #5989 |
| FY 2023-24 | 1.79 | 0.0000% | −76.32% | 0.11% | 53.60 | 0.0010% | −18.57% | 1.93% | −51.81 | #7687 |
| FY 2024-25 | 7.15 | 0.0002% | +299.44% | 0.47% | 75.51 | 0.0012% | +40.88% | 4.00% | −68.36 | #6200 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 31.70%/yr, imports 17.17%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 90153090 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 31.70% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 90153090 have grown at a compound annual rate of 31.70% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹1.37 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹7.15 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 90153090 ranked #6200 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 90153090 ranks #6200 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 9015, it ranks #8 of 10. By trade surplus, it ranks #10484 of 12657.

### FY 2022-23 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 90153090 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 90153090 was recorded in FY 2022-23, when exports surged by 332.00% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹68.36 Crore in HSN Code 90153090 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹75.51 Cr exceeded exports of ₹7.15 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹68.36 Crore — ranking #10484 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 17.17% CAGR signals rising demand for Levels : Other

India's imports under HSN Code 90153090 have grown at 17.17% CAGR, reaching ₹75.51 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 90153090 contributes 0.47% of Sub-Chapter 9015 exports — ranked #8

Among the 10 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 9015, HSN Code 90153090 ranks #8 by export value — accounting for 0.47% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 4.00% share (rank #7).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 9015

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 90158090: Other instruments and appliances : Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-90158090/) | ₹1,060 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 90159000: Parts and accessories](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-90159000/) | ₹229 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 90158020: Meteorological instruments](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-90158020/) | ₹99 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 90154000: Photogrammetrical surveying instruments](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-90154000/) | ₹60 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 90152000: Theodolities and tachymeters (tacheometers)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-90152000/) | ₹23 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 90158030: Geophysical instruments](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-90158030/) | ₹23 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Code 90151000: Rangefinders](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-90151000/) | ₹8 Cr |
| #8 | HSN Code 90153090: Levels : Other (this hsn code) | ₹7 Cr |
| #9 | [HSN Code 90158010: Hydrographic instruments: Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-90158010/) | ₹2 Cr |
| #10 | [HSN Code 90153010: Non-Auto Engineer/Builder Level](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-90153010/) | < ₹1 Crore |