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# HSN Code 90275090: Other Optical Radiation Instruments

- [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 |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Other instruments and apparatus using optical radiations (UV, visible, IR) : Other | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 90275090 ?

It includes PCA for Sub-heading 9027 80

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Other Optical Radiation Instruments?

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 much GST applies to Other Optical Radiation Instruments?

Under HSN 90275090, Other Optical Radiation Instruments attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Other Optical Radiation Instruments?

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 Other Optical Radiation Instruments?

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

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Other Optical Radiation Instruments is sold with other items?

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

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 90275090 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹673 Cr (+178.39% YoY) — 0.0183% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹2,500 Cr (+2.95% YoY) — 0.0411% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹1,827 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #12401 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 9027: 23.25% of its exports; import side 14.94%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 9027: #2 of 23 by export value; import-side #4

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 33.01% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #762 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +178.39% in FY 2024-25
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 9027: 23.25% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 90275090

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 | 121.55 | 0.0053% | — | 14.44% | 922.62 | 0.0257% | — | 9.95% | −801.07 | #1793 |
| FY 2019-20 | 103.08 | 0.0047% | −15.20% | 13.86% | 1,092.74 | 0.0326% | +18.44% | 11.54% | −989.66 | #1977 |
| FY 2020-21 | 125.18 | 0.0058% | +21.44% | 16.06% | 1,123.34 | 0.0386% | +2.80% | 12.24% | −998.16 | #1840 |
| FY 2021-22 | 122.48 | 0.0039% | −2.16% | 13.04% | 1,731.28 | 0.0379% | +54.12% | 14.89% | −1,608.80 | #2163 |
| FY 2022-23 | 177.38 | 0.0049% | +44.82% | 11.83% | 2,117.78 | 0.0368% | +22.32% | 15.46% | −1,940.40 | #1853 |
| FY 2023-24 | 241.77 | 0.0067% | +36.30% | 13.50% | 2,428.52 | 0.0432% | +14.67% | 15.48% | −2,186.75 | #1586 |
| FY 2024-25 | 673.06 | 0.0183% | +178.39% | 23.25% | 2,500.05 | 0.0411% | +2.95% | 14.94% | −1,826.99 | #762 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 33.01%/yr, imports 18.07%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 90275090 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 33.01% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 90275090 have grown at a compound annual rate of 33.01% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹121.55 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹673.06 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 90275090 ranked #762 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 90275090 ranks #762 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 9027, it ranks #2 of 23. By trade surplus, it ranks #12401 of 12657.

### FY 2024-25 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 90275090 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 90275090 was recorded in FY 2024-25, when exports surged by 178.39% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹1,826.99 Crore in HSN Code 90275090 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹2,500.05 Cr exceeded exports of ₹673.06 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹1,826.99 Crore — ranking #12401 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 18.07% CAGR signals rising demand for Other Optical Radiation Instruments

India's imports under HSN Code 90275090 have grown at 18.07% CAGR, reaching ₹2,500.05 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 90275090 contributes 23.25% of Sub-Chapter 9027 exports — ranked #2

Among the 23 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 9027, HSN Code 90275090 ranks #2 by export value — accounting for 23.25% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 14.94% share (rank #4).

## 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 (this hsn code) | ₹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](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-90273010/) | ₹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 |