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# HSN Code 90308910: Scintillator counters: 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 9030: Radiation detectors](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-9030/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Other instruments and apparatus : Other : Scintillator counters | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 90308910 ?

It includes Nitrates & Phosphates (Non-Fertilizer)

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Scintillator counters: Instruments is sold with other items?

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

### How much GST applies to Scintillator counters: Instruments?

Under HSN 90308910, Scintillator counters: Instruments attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Any common misclassification issue with Scintillator counters: Instruments?

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 Scintillator counters: Instruments?

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 Scintillator counters: Instruments?

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.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 90308910 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹2 Cr (−59.87% YoY) — 0.0000% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹14 Cr (−8.24% YoY) — 0.0002% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹13 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #9231 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 9030: 0.11% of its exports; import side 0.20%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 9030: #16 of 26 by export value; import-side #14

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 34.93% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #7692 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +1,604.76% in FY 2020-21
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 9030: 0.11% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 90308910

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. 9030 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 9030 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 0.04% | 6.06 | 0.0002% | — | 0.16% | −5.76 | #8546 |
| FY 2019-20 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −30.00% | 0.03% | 11.73 | 0.0004% | +93.56% | 0.29% | −11.52 | #8811 |
| FY 2020-21 | 3.58 | 0.0002% | +1,604.76% | 0.40% | 11.44 | 0.0004% | −2.47% | 0.27% | −7.86 | #6334 |
| FY 2021-22 | 1.51 | 0.0000% | −57.82% | 0.13% | 21.78 | 0.0005% | +90.38% | 0.47% | −20.27 | #7611 |
| FY 2022-23 | 5.30 | 0.0001% | +250.99% | 0.32% | 14.11 | 0.0002% | −35.22% | 0.22% | −8.81 | #6395 |
| FY 2023-24 | 4.51 | 0.0001% | −14.91% | 0.27% | 15.78 | 0.0003% | +11.84% | 0.23% | −11.27 | #6695 |
| FY 2024-25 | 1.81 | 0.0000% | −59.87% | 0.11% | 14.48 | 0.0002% | −8.24% | 0.20% | −12.67 | #7692 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 34.93%/yr, imports 15.62%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 90308910 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 34.93% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 90308910 have grown at a compound annual rate of 34.93% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹0.30 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹1.81 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 90308910 ranked #7692 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 90308910 ranks #7692 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 9030, it ranks #16 of 26. By trade surplus, it ranks #9231 of 12657.

### FY 2020-21 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 90308910 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 90308910 was recorded in FY 2020-21, when exports surged by 1,604.76% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹12.67 Crore in HSN Code 90308910 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹14.48 Cr exceeded exports of ₹1.81 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹12.67 Crore — ranking #9231 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 15.62% CAGR signals rising demand for Scintillator counters: Instruments

India's imports under HSN Code 90308910 have grown at 15.62% CAGR, reaching ₹14.48 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 90308910 contributes 0.11% of Sub-Chapter 9030 exports — ranked #16

Among the 26 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 9030, HSN Code 90308910 ranks #16 by export value — accounting for 0.11% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.20% share (rank #14).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 9030

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 90303390: Frequency Measuring Apparatus (No Recorder)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-90303390/) | ₹338 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 90304000: Spectrum Resistance Meters (No Recorder)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-90304000/) | ₹310 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 90309090: Parts and accessories : Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-90309090/) | ₹273 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 90301000: Instruments for Measuring or Detecting Ionising Radiations](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-90301000/) | ₹168 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 90308990: Other instruments and apparatus : Other : Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-90308990/) | ₹141 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 90303310: Other Measuring Instruments (with Recorder)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-90303310/) | ₹80 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Code 90302000: Oscilloscopes and oscillographs](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-90302000/) | ₹72 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Code 90303900: Multimeters (No Recorder)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-90303900/) | ₹50 Cr |
| #9 | [HSN Code 90308200: Semiconductor Test Equip.](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-90308200/) | ₹43 Cr |
| #10 | [HSN Code 90303200: Multimeters with Recorder](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-90303200/) | ₹41 Cr |
| #16 | HSN Code 90308910: Scintillator counters: Instruments (this hsn code) | ₹2 Cr |