HSN Code 90261010: Flow meters

HSN Code 90261010 represents Flow meters under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Flow meters correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Code 90261010, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import or export of Flow meters.

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Description of Goods for HSN Code 90261010

HSN Code 90261010 relates to the following description.

Description of Goods

For measuring or checking the flow or level of liquids : Flow meters

Chapter

90 - Optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, precision, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories thereof

Sub Chapter

9026 - Instruments and apparatus for measuring or checking the flow, level, pressure or other variables of liquids or gases (for example, flow meters, level gauges, manometers, heat meters), excluding instruments and apparatus of heading 9014, 9015, 9028 or 9032

CGST

9%

SGST

9%

IGST

18%

CESS

0%

What does HSN Code 90261010 not include?

Flow meters does not include products with the following descriptions.

India’s Trade Performance — HSN Code 90261010 in FY 2024-25

TradeStat EIDB — Ministry of Commerce & Industry FY 2018-19–FY 2024-25 Values in ₹ Crore

India’s Exports

FY 2024-25

₹690 Cr

+30.56% vs FY 2023-24

0.0187% of India’s total exports

India’s Imports

FY 2024-25

₹525 Cr

+10.19% vs FY 2023-24

0.0086% of India’s total imports

Trade Balance

FY 2024-25

₹164 Cr

Trade Surplus

Surplus rank #1277 of 12657 HSN codes

% of Sub-Chapter 9026

FY 2024-25

24.42%

Share of Sub-Chapter 9026’s total exports in FY 2024-25

Import side: 9.83% of Sub-Chapter 9026’s imports

Rank Within Sub-Chapter 9026

FY 2024-25

#3 of 7

Position by export value among HSN codes in Sub-Chapter 9026

Import-side rank: #5 of 7

At a glance

14.12%

Export CAGR

FY 2018-19 → FY 2024-25 · 7 fiscal years

#745

National Export Rank

of 12657 HSN codes by export value, FY 2024-25

+41.23%

Peak Growth Year

FY 2021-22 · strongest single-year move

24.42%

Contribution to Sub-Ch. 9026

Share of Sub-Chapter 9026 exports in FY 2024-25

India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Code 90261010

7-year export and import data, FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, in ₹ Crore. Source: Ministry of Commerce & Industry, TradeStat EIDB.

FY 2018-19 Exp. Rank #960

Balance

+68.26

Exports

312.28 ₹ Cr

0.0137% share

— YoY

22.56% of Sub-Ch. 9026

Imports

244.02 ₹ Cr

0.0068% share

— YoY

12.26% of Sub-Ch. 9026

FY 2019-20 Exp. Rank #910

Balance

+157.47

Exports

334.08 ₹ Cr

0.0152% share

+6.98% YoY

23.58% of Sub-Ch. 9026

Imports

176.61 ₹ Cr

0.0053% share

−27.62% YoY

9.11% of Sub-Ch. 9026

FY 2020-21 Exp. Rank #876

Balance

+120.12

Exports

365.01 ₹ Cr

0.0170% share

+9.26% YoY

23.04% of Sub-Ch. 9026

Imports

244.89 ₹ Cr

0.0084% share

+38.66% YoY

9.58% of Sub-Ch. 9026

FY 2021-22 Exp. Rank #843

Balance

+153.34

Exports

515.50 ₹ Cr

0.0164% share

+41.23% YoY

27.70% of Sub-Ch. 9026

Imports

362.16 ₹ Cr

0.0079% share

+47.89% YoY

12.88% of Sub-Ch. 9026

FY 2022-23 Exp. Rank #827

Balance

+179.54

Exports

575.77 ₹ Cr

0.0159% share

+11.69% YoY

26.10% of Sub-Ch. 9026

Imports

396.23 ₹ Cr

0.0069% share

+9.41% YoY

10.90% of Sub-Ch. 9026

FY 2023-24 Exp. Rank #914

Balance

+51.54

Exports

528.39 ₹ Cr

0.0146% share

−8.23% YoY

22.63% of Sub-Ch. 9026

Imports

476.85 ₹ Cr

0.0085% share

+20.35% YoY

10.29% of Sub-Ch. 9026

FY 2024-25 Exp. Rank #745

Balance

+164.44

Exports

689.86 ₹ Cr

0.0187% share

+30.56% YoY

24.42% of Sub-Ch. 9026

Imports

525.42 ₹ Cr

0.0086% share

+10.19% YoY

9.83% of Sub-Ch. 9026

CAGR · 7-Year

Exports

14.12% /yr

Imports

13.64% /yr

Consistently Surplus
Sub-Chapter 9026 total

reference, FY 2024-25

Export

₹2,824.92 Cr

Import

₹5,346.10 Cr

Trade Balance

−2,521.18

Peak export growth year Latest available data Not available YoY = change vs previous FY

Key Trade Insights: HSN Code 90261010 Export-Import Analysis

Consistent Export Growth: 14.12% CAGR Over 7 Years

India's exports under HSN Code 90261010 have grown at a compound annual rate of 14.12% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹312.28 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹689.86 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Code 90261010 Ranked #745 Among All 12657 HSN codes by Export Value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 90261010 ranks #745 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 9026, it ranks #3 of 7. By trade surplus, it ranks #1277 of 12657.

FY 2021-22 Was the Strongest Growth Year for HSN Code 90261010 Exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 90261010 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 41.23% over the prior year.

India Maintains a Trade Surplus of ₹164.44 Crore in HSN Code 90261010 Goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹689.86 Cr exceeded imports of ₹525.42 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹164.44 Crore — ranking #1277 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

Import Growth of 13.64% CAGR Signals Rising Demand for Flow meters

India's imports under HSN Code 90261010 have grown at 13.64% CAGR, reaching ₹525.42 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Code 90261010 Contributes 24.42% of Sub-Chapter 9026 Exports — Ranked #3

Among the 7 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 9026, HSN Code 90261010 ranks #3 by export value — accounting for 24.42% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 9.83% share (rank #5).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common queries about HSN Code 90261010 and GST compliance.

What products are classified under HSN 90261010 ?

It includes Gas or smoke analysis apparatus

How much GST applies to Flow meters?

Under HSN 90261010, Flow meters attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

Any common misclassification issue with Flow meters?

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 Flow meters?

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 Flow meters?

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 Flow meters?

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.

Important Disclaimer

The above does not constitute professional advice or a formal recommendation. We recommend consulting a professional tax consultant before acting on the information contained in this piece of content.