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# HSN Code 90173023: Micrometers, calipers and gauges : Gauges : Slip

- [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 9017: Mathematical calculating instruments](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-9017/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Micrometers, calipers and gauges : Gauges : Slip | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 90173023 ?

It includes Other Ultrasonic Scanning Apparatus

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Micrometers, calipers and gauges : Gauges : Slip is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Micrometers, calipers and gauges : Gauges : Slip; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Micrometers, calipers and gauges : Gauges : Slip?

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 Micrometers, calipers and gauges : Gauges : Slip?

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

### How much GST applies to Micrometers, calipers and gauges : Gauges : Slip?

Under HSN 90173023, Micrometers, calipers and gauges : Gauges : Slip attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Micrometers, calipers and gauges : Gauges : Slip?

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.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 90173023 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹1 Cr (+43.21% YoY) — 0.0000% of India's total exports
- Imports: < ₹1 Crore (+1,900.00% YoY) — 0.0000% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: < ₹1 Crore (Surplus); surplus rank #4631 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 9017: 0.50% of its exports; import side 0.11%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 9017: #11 of 13 by export value; import-side #12

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 6.84% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #8121 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +43.21% in FY 2024-25
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 9017: 0.50% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 90173023

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. 9017 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 9017 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 0.51% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 0.07% | +0.58 | #7838 |
| FY 2019-20 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −7.69% | 0.50% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −65.00% | 0.03% | +0.65 | #7915 |
| FY 2020-21 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +11.11% | 0.67% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −42.86% | 0.02% | +0.76 | #7847 |
| FY 2021-22 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −7.50% | 0.47% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +150.00% | 0.05% | +0.64 | #8260 |
| FY 2022-23 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −4.05% | 0.37% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +50.00% | 0.06% | +0.56 | #8391 |
| FY 2023-24 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +14.08% | 0.39% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −86.67% | 0.01% | +0.79 | #8426 |
| FY 2024-25 | 1.16 | 0.0000% | +43.21% | 0.50% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +1,900.00% | 0.11% | +0.76 | #8121 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 6.84%/yr, imports 12.25%/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 90173023 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 6.84% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 90173023 have grown at a compound annual rate of 6.84% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹0.78 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹1.16 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 90173023 ranked #8121 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 90173023 ranks #8121 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 9017, it ranks #11 of 13. By trade surplus, it ranks #4631 of 12657.

### FY 2024-25 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 90173023 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 90173023 was recorded in FY 2024-25, when exports surged by 43.21% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹0.76 Crore in HSN Code 90173023 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹1.16 Cr exceeded imports of ₹0.40 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹0.76 Crore — ranking #4631 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 12.25% CAGR signals rising demand for Micrometers, calipers and gauges : Gauges : Slip

India's imports under HSN Code 90173023 have grown at 12.25% CAGR, reaching ₹0.40 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 90173023 contributes 0.50% of Sub-Chapter 9017 exports — ranked #11

Among the 13 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 9017, HSN Code 90173023 ranks #11 by export value — accounting for 0.50% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.11% share (rank #12).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 9017

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 90172010: Drawing & Marking-Out Instruments](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-90172010/) | ₹38 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 90173010: Micrometers, calipers](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-90173010/) | ₹33 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 90172020: Measuring Instruments for Length & Hand Use](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-90172020/) | ₹32 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 90173029: Micrometers, calipers and gauges : Gauges : Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-90173029/) | ₹30 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 90173021: Mechanical Signalling, Road Rail Control](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-90173021/) | ₹26 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 90178010: Measuring rods, tapes, scales](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-90178010/) | ₹19 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Code 90173022: Micrometers, calipers and gauges : Gauges : Ring](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-90173022/) | ₹19 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Code 90172090: Drawing & Calculating Instruments: Other Types](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-90172090/) | ₹14 Cr |
| #9 | [HSN Code 90178090: Other Instruments \| Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-90178090/) | ₹11 Cr |
| #10 | [HSN Code 90179000: Parts And Accessories](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-90179000/) | ₹7 Cr |
| #11 | HSN Code 90173023: Micrometers, calipers and gauges : Gauges : Slip (this hsn code) | ₹1 Cr |