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# HSN Code 90282000: Liquid Meters

- [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 9028: Gas, Liquid, Electricity Supply Meters](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-9028/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Liquid meters | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 90282000 ?

It includes Non-Electrical Tachometers, Speed Indicators & Stroboscopes

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Liquid 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.

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Liquid Meters?

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 Liquid Meters?

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 Liquid Meters is sold with other items?

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

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Liquid 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.

### How much GST applies to Liquid Meters?

Under HSN 90282000, Liquid Meters attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 90282000 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹5 Cr (−5.21% YoY) — 0.0001% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹73 Cr (−32.30% YoY) — 0.0012% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹68 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #10482 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 9028: 0.46% of its exports; import side 19.22%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 9028: #6 of 6 by export value; import-side #3

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 16.21% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #6677 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +54.68% in FY 2020-21
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 9028: 0.46% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 90282000

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. 9028 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 9028 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 1.92 | 0.0001% | — | 0.17% | 23.96 | 0.0007% | — | 7.62% | −22.04 | #6993 |
| FY 2019-20 | 2.67 | 0.0001% | +39.06% | 0.39% | 44.49 | 0.0013% | +85.68% | 11.05% | −41.82 | #6619 |
| FY 2020-21 | 4.13 | 0.0002% | +54.68% | 0.84% | 42.25 | 0.0014% | −5.03% | 12.55% | −38.12 | #6153 |
| FY 2021-22 | 5.31 | 0.0002% | +28.57% | 0.86% | 78.31 | 0.0017% | +85.35% | 23.21% | −73.00 | #6279 |
| FY 2022-23 | 3.92 | 0.0001% | −26.18% | 0.59% | 118.62 | 0.0021% | +51.47% | 35.22% | −114.70 | #6714 |
| FY 2023-24 | 4.99 | 0.0001% | +27.30% | 0.76% | 107.61 | 0.0019% | −9.28% | 29.71% | −102.62 | #6588 |
| FY 2024-25 | 4.73 | 0.0001% | −5.21% | 0.46% | 72.85 | 0.0012% | −32.30% | 19.22% | −68.12 | #6677 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 16.21%/yr, imports 20.36%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 90282000 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 16.21% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 90282000 have grown at a compound annual rate of 16.21% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹1.92 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹4.73 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 90282000 ranked #6677 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 90282000 ranks #6677 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 9028, it ranks #6 of 6. By trade surplus, it ranks #10482 of 12657.

### FY 2020-21 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 90282000 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 90282000 was recorded in FY 2020-21, when exports surged by 54.68% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹68.12 Crore in HSN Code 90282000 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹72.85 Cr exceeded exports of ₹4.73 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹68.12 Crore — ranking #10482 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 20.36% CAGR signals rising demand for Liquid Meters

India's imports under HSN Code 90282000 have grown at 20.36% CAGR, reaching ₹72.85 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 90282000 contributes 0.46% of Sub-Chapter 9028 exports — ranked #6

Among the 6 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 9028, HSN Code 90282000 ranks #6 by export value — accounting for 0.46% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 19.22% share (rank #3).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 9028

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 90283010: Electricity meters for alternating current](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-90283010/) | ₹604 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 90281000: Gas meters](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-90281000/) | ₹203 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 90289010: Parts and accessories : For electricity meters](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-90289010/) | ₹188 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 90289090: Parts And Accessories \| Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-90289090/) | ₹32 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 90283090: Electricity meters (Other)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-90283090/) | ₹7 Cr |
| #6 | HSN Code 90282000: Liquid Meters (this hsn code) | ₹5 Cr |