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# HSN Code 90158010: Hydrographic instruments: 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 |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Other instruments and appliances : Hydrographic instruments | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 90158010 ?

It includes Parts for Balances (Sensitivity of 5 cg or Better)

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Hydrographic instruments: Other?

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.

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Hydrographic instruments: 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.

### Any common misclassification issue with Hydrographic instruments: Other?

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

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Hydrographic instruments: 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 much GST applies to Hydrographic instruments: Other?

Under HSN 90158010, Hydrographic instruments: Other attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 90158010 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹2 Cr (+173.61% YoY) — 0.0001% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹75 Cr (−34.26% YoY) — 0.0012% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹73 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #10546 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 9015: 0.13% of its exports; import side 3.99%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 9015: #9 of 10 by export value; import-side #8

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: -2.12% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #7615 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +253.88% in FY 2022-23
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 9015: 0.13% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 90158010

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 | 2.24 | 0.0001% | — | 0.30% | 18.74 | 0.0005% | — | 1.27% | −16.50 | #6821 |
| FY 2019-20 | 4.81 | 0.0002% | +114.73% | 0.52% | 16.89 | 0.0005% | −9.87% | 1.23% | −12.08 | #5907 |
| FY 2020-21 | 10.60 | 0.0005% | +120.37% | 1.22% | 26.09 | 0.0009% | +54.47% | 1.87% | −15.49 | #4993 |
| FY 2021-22 | 9.15 | 0.0003% | −13.68% | 1.19% | 116.09 | 0.0025% | +344.96% | 7.60% | −106.94 | #5604 |
| FY 2022-23 | 32.38 | 0.0009% | +253.88% | 2.28% | 48.88 | 0.0009% | −57.89% | 1.88% | −16.50 | #4060 |
| FY 2023-24 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −97.78% | 0.04% | 114.42 | 0.0020% | +134.08% | 4.12% | −113.70 | #8521 |
| FY 2024-25 | 1.97 | 0.0001% | +173.61% | 0.13% | 75.22 | 0.0012% | −34.26% | 3.99% | −73.25 | #7615 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports -2.12%/yr, imports 26.06%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 90158010 export-import analysis

### Export decline: -2.12% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 90158010 have declined at a compound annual rate of -2.12% over 7 fiscal years, falling from ₹2.24 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹1.97 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 90158010 ranked #7615 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 90158010 ranks #7615 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 9015, it ranks #9 of 10. By trade surplus, it ranks #10546 of 12657.

### FY 2022-23 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 90158010 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 90158010 was recorded in FY 2022-23, when exports surged by 253.88% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹73.25 Crore in HSN Code 90158010 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹75.22 Cr exceeded exports of ₹1.97 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹73.25 Crore — ranking #10546 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 26.06% CAGR signals rising demand for Hydrographic instruments: Other

India's imports under HSN Code 90158010 have grown at 26.06% CAGR, reaching ₹75.22 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 90158010 contributes 0.13% of Sub-Chapter 9015 exports — ranked #9

Among the 10 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 9015, HSN Code 90158010 ranks #9 by export value — accounting for 0.13% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 3.99% share (rank #8).

## 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](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-90153090/) | ₹7 Cr |
| #9 | HSN Code 90158010: Hydrographic instruments: Other (this hsn code) | ₹2 Cr |
| #10 | [HSN Code 90153010: Non-Auto Engineer/Builder Level](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-90153010/) | < ₹1 Crore |