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# HSN Code 90181990: Electro-diagnostic apparatus (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 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 : Other | 6% | 6% | 12% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 90181990 ?

It includes Urine/Stool Catheters

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Electro-diagnostic apparatus (Other)?

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

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Electro-diagnostic apparatus (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 Electro-diagnostic apparatus (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.

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Electro-diagnostic apparatus (Other) is sold with other items?

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

### How much GST applies to Electro-diagnostic apparatus (Other)?

Under HSN 90181990, Electro-diagnostic apparatus (Other) attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 90181990 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹579 Cr (−20.89% YoY) — 0.0157% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹654 Cr (+1.78% YoY) — 0.0108% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹75 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #10561 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 9018: 4.75% of its exports; import side 2.76%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 9018: #7 of 49 by export value; import-side #12

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: -4.54% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #889 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +22.60% in FY 2022-23
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 9018: 4.75% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 90181990

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 | 765.11 | 0.0335% | — | 13.27% | 379.70 | 0.0106% | — | 3.08% | +385.41 | #434 |
| FY 2019-20 | 675.93 | 0.0307% | −11.66% | 9.67% | 432.53 | 0.0129% | +13.91% | 3.46% | +243.40 | #491 |
| FY 2020-21 | 728.93 | 0.0339% | +7.84% | 10.44% | 475.34 | 0.0163% | +9.90% | 4.41% | +253.59 | #485 |
| FY 2021-22 | 642.53 | 0.0205% | −11.85% | 7.89% | 786.55 | 0.0172% | +65.47% | 4.79% | −144.02 | #682 |
| FY 2022-23 | 787.74 | 0.0218% | +22.60% | 7.78% | 633.89 | 0.0110% | −19.41% | 3.38% | +153.85 | #622 |
| FY 2023-24 | 731.99 | 0.0202% | −7.08% | 6.23% | 642.31 | 0.0114% | +1.33% | 3.00% | +89.68 | #679 |
| FY 2024-25 | 579.08 | 0.0157% | −20.89% | 4.75% | 653.74 | 0.0108% | +1.78% | 2.76% | −74.66 | #889 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports -4.54%/yr, imports 9.48%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 90181990 export-import analysis

### Export decline: -4.54% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 90181990 have declined at a compound annual rate of -4.54% over 7 fiscal years, falling from ₹765.11 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹579.08 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 90181990 ranked #889 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 90181990 ranks #889 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 9018, it ranks #7 of 49. By trade surplus, it ranks #10561 of 12657.

### FY 2022-23 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 90181990 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 90181990 was recorded in FY 2022-23, when exports surged by 22.60% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹74.66 Crore in HSN Code 90181990 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹653.74 Cr exceeded exports of ₹579.08 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹74.66 Crore — ranking #10561 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 9.48% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Electro-diagnostic apparatus (Other)

India's imports under HSN Code 90181990 have grown at 9.48% CAGR, reaching ₹653.74 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 90181990 contributes 4.75% of Sub-Chapter 9018 exports — ranked #7

Among the 49 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 9018, HSN Code 90181990 ranks #7 by export value — accounting for 4.75% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 2.76% share (rank #12).

## 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) (this hsn code) | ₹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 |