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# HSN Code 90181910: Electro-encephalographs

- [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 9018: Medical instruments](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-9018/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Electro-diagnostic apparatus (including apparatus for functional exploratory examinations or for checking physiological parameters) : Other : Electro encephalographs | 6% | 6% | 12% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 90181910 ?

It includes Hilerio Venus Fistula Needles

### Any common misclassification issue with Electro-encephalographs?

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

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Electro-encephalographs?

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.

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Electro-encephalographs?

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 Electro-encephalographs is sold with other items?

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

### How much GST applies to Electro-encephalographs?

Under HSN 90181910, Electro-encephalographs attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Electro-encephalographs?

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 90181910 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹3 Cr (+17.84% YoY) — 0.0001% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹32 Cr (−9.80% YoY) — 0.0005% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹29 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #9820 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 9018: 0.02% of its exports; import side 0.13%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 9018: #40 of 49 by export value; import-side #35

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: -6.72% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #7390 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +122.34% in FY 2021-22
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 9018: 0.02% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 90181910

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. 9018 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 9018 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 3.81 | 0.0002% | — | 0.07% | 34.02 | 0.0009% | — | 0.28% | −30.21 | #6197 |
| FY 2019-20 | 2.96 | 0.0001% | −22.31% | 0.04% | 22.75 | 0.0007% | −33.13% | 0.18% | −19.79 | #6481 |
| FY 2020-21 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −68.24% | 0.01% | 27.16 | 0.0009% | +19.38% | 0.25% | −26.22 | #7705 |
| FY 2021-22 | 2.09 | 0.0001% | +122.34% | 0.03% | 62.59 | 0.0014% | +130.45% | 0.38% | −60.50 | #7269 |
| FY 2022-23 | 2.47 | 0.0001% | +18.18% | 0.02% | 65.22 | 0.0011% | +4.20% | 0.35% | −62.75 | #7203 |
| FY 2023-24 | 2.13 | 0.0001% | −13.77% | 0.02% | 35.10 | 0.0006% | −46.18% | 0.16% | −32.97 | #7515 |
| FY 2024-25 | 2.51 | 0.0001% | +17.84% | 0.02% | 31.66 | 0.0005% | −9.80% | 0.13% | −29.15 | #7390 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports -6.72%/yr, imports -1.19%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 90181910 export-import analysis

### Export decline: -6.72% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 90181910 have declined at a compound annual rate of -6.72% over 7 fiscal years, falling from ₹3.81 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹2.51 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 90181910 ranked #7390 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 90181910 ranks #7390 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 9018, it ranks #40 of 49. By trade surplus, it ranks #9820 of 12657.

### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 90181910 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 90181910 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 122.34% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹29.15 Crore in HSN Code 90181910 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹31.66 Cr exceeded exports of ₹2.51 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹29.15 Crore — ranking #9820 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of -1.19% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Electro-encephalographs

India's imports under HSN Code 90181910 have grown at -1.19% CAGR, reaching ₹31.66 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 90181910 contributes 0.02% of Sub-Chapter 9018 exports — ranked #40

Among the 49 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 9018, HSN Code 90181910 ranks #40 by export value — accounting for 0.02% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.13% share (rank #35).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 9018

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 90183990: Syringes, needles, catheters](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-90183990/) | ₹2,335 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 90181300: Magnetic resonance imaging apparatus](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-90181300/) | ₹1,308 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 90183930: Syringes, needles, catheters, cannulae and the like : Other : Cannulae](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-90183930/) | ₹1,275 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 90189099: Other instruments and appliances](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-90189099/) | ₹1,008 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 90189031: ENT Precision Instruments](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-90189031/) | ₹662 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 90189019: Diagnostic Instruments & Appliances: Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-90189019/) | ₹602 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Code 90181990: Electro-diagnostic apparatus (Other)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-90181990/) | ₹579 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Code 90183100: Syringes (with/without Needles)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-90183100/) | ₹482 Cr |
| #9 | [HSN Code 90189044: Endoscopes](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-90189044/) | ₹481 Cr |
| #10 | [HSN Code 90189032: Blood Transfusion Apparatus](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-90189032/) | ₹471 Cr |
| #40 | HSN Code 90181910: Electro-encephalographs (this hsn code) | ₹3 Cr |