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# HSN Code 90158090: Other instruments and appliances : 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 : Other | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 90158090 ?

It includes Measuring Instruments for Length & Hand Use

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Other instruments and appliances : 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.

### How much GST applies to Other instruments and appliances : Other?

Under HSN 90158090, Other instruments and appliances : Other attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Any common misclassification issue with Other instruments and appliances : Other?

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

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Other instruments and appliances : Other is sold with other items?

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

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Other instruments and appliances : Other?

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

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 90158090 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹1,060 Cr (−17.24% YoY) — 0.0288% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹644 Cr (−59.01% YoY) — 0.0106% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹417 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #734 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 9015: 70.13% of its exports; import side 34.11%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 9015: #1 of 10 by export value; import-side #1

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 12.95% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #498 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +163.16% in FY 2022-23
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 9015: 70.13% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 90158090

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 | 510.57 | 0.0223% | — | 69.45% | 956.18 | 0.0267% | — | 64.74% | −445.61 | #647 |
| FY 2019-20 | 699.17 | 0.0318% | +36.94% | 75.81% | 894.07 | 0.0267% | −6.50% | 64.87% | −194.90 | #480 |
| FY 2020-21 | 625.63 | 0.0291% | −10.52% | 72.27% | 743.33 | 0.0255% | −16.86% | 53.32% | −117.70 | #559 |
| FY 2021-22 | 432.32 | 0.0138% | −30.90% | 56.14% | 843.40 | 0.0185% | +13.46% | 55.25% | −411.08 | #968 |
| FY 2022-23 | 1,137.68 | 0.0314% | +163.16% | 79.95% | 1,865.21 | 0.0324% | +121.15% | 71.67% | −727.53 | #445 |
| FY 2023-24 | 1,281.35 | 0.0354% | +12.63% | 79.83% | 1,570.35 | 0.0280% | −15.81% | 56.61% | −289.00 | #399 |
| FY 2024-25 | 1,060.44 | 0.0288% | −17.24% | 70.13% | 643.66 | 0.0106% | −59.01% | 34.11% | +416.78 | #498 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 12.95%/yr, imports -6.38%/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 90158090 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 12.95% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 90158090 have grown at a compound annual rate of 12.95% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹510.57 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹1,060.44 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 90158090 ranked #498 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 90158090 ranks #498 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 9015, it ranks #1 of 10. By trade surplus, it ranks #734 of 12657.

### FY 2022-23 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 90158090 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 90158090 was recorded in FY 2022-23, when exports surged by 163.16% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹416.78 Crore in HSN Code 90158090 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹1,060.44 Cr exceeded imports of ₹643.66 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹416.78 Crore — ranking #734 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of -6.38% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Other instruments and appliances : Other

India's imports under HSN Code 90158090 have grown at -6.38% CAGR, reaching ₹643.66 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 90158090 contributes 70.13% of Sub-Chapter 9015 exports — ranked #1

Among the 10 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 9015, HSN Code 90158090 ranks #1 by export value — accounting for 70.13% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 34.11% share (rank #1).

## 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 (this hsn code) | ₹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](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 |