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# HSN Code 90273010: Spectrometers

- [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 9027: Analytical Instruments](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-9027/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Spectrometers, spectrophotometers and spectrographs using optical radiations (UV, visible, IR) : Spectrometers | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 90273010 ?

It includes Mass spectrometers

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Spectrometers is sold with other items?

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

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Spectrometers?

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

### How much GST applies to Spectrometers?

Under HSN 90273010, Spectrometers attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Any common misclassification issue with Spectrometers?

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

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Spectrometers?

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 90273010 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹68 Cr (+14.66% YoY) — 0.0018% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹873 Cr (+25.32% YoY) — 0.0144% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹805 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #12128 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 9027: 2.33% of its exports; import side 5.22%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 9027: #6 of 23 by export value; import-side #6

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 16.95% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #3201 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +99.09% in FY 2021-22
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 9027: 2.33% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 90273010

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. 9027 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 9027 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 26.41 | 0.0012% | — | 3.14% | 674.30 | 0.0188% | — | 7.28% | −647.89 | #3736 |
| FY 2019-20 | 14.96 | 0.0007% | −43.35% | 2.01% | 617.24 | 0.0184% | −8.46% | 6.52% | −602.28 | #4502 |
| FY 2020-21 | 18.74 | 0.0009% | +25.27% | 2.40% | 590.87 | 0.0203% | −4.27% | 6.44% | −572.13 | #4275 |
| FY 2021-22 | 37.31 | 0.0012% | +99.09% | 3.97% | 621.95 | 0.0136% | +5.26% | 5.35% | −584.64 | #3771 |
| FY 2022-23 | 40.14 | 0.0011% | +7.59% | 2.68% | 648.85 | 0.0113% | +4.33% | 4.74% | −608.71 | #3768 |
| FY 2023-24 | 58.93 | 0.0016% | +46.81% | 3.29% | 696.67 | 0.0124% | +7.37% | 4.44% | −637.74 | #3304 |
| FY 2024-25 | 67.57 | 0.0018% | +14.66% | 2.33% | 873.04 | 0.0144% | +25.32% | 5.22% | −805.47 | #3201 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 16.95%/yr, imports 4.40%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 90273010 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 16.95% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 90273010 have grown at a compound annual rate of 16.95% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹26.41 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹67.57 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 90273010 ranked #3201 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 90273010 ranks #3201 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 9027, it ranks #6 of 23. By trade surplus, it ranks #12128 of 12657.

### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 90273010 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 90273010 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 99.09% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹805.47 Crore in HSN Code 90273010 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹873.04 Cr exceeded exports of ₹67.57 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹805.47 Crore — ranking #12128 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 4.40% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Spectrometers

India's imports under HSN Code 90273010 have grown at 4.40% CAGR, reaching ₹873.04 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 90273010 contributes 2.33% of Sub-Chapter 9027 exports — ranked #6

Among the 23 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 9027, HSN Code 90273010 ranks #6 by export value — accounting for 2.33% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 5.22% share (rank #6).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 9027

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 90279090: Microtomes\| Accessories](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-90279090/) | ₹1,255 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 90275090: Other Optical Radiation Instruments](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-90275090/) | ₹673 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 90278990: Other instruments and apparatus : Other: Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-90278990/) | ₹393 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 90271000: Gas or smoke analysis apparatus](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-90271000/) | ₹264 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 90272000: Chromatographs & electrophoresis instruments](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-90272000/) | ₹104 Cr |
| #6 | HSN Code 90273010: Spectrometers (this hsn code) | ₹68 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Code 90273090: Physical & Chemical Analysis Instruments](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-90273090/) | ₹51 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Code 90273020: Spectrophotometers](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-90273020/) | ₹29 Cr |
| #9 | [HSN Code 90278930: Liquid Surface Tension Instruments](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-90278930/) | ₹14 Cr |
| #10 | [HSN Code 90275010: Photometers](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-90275010/) | ₹13 Cr |