9021 HSN Code: Orthopaedic appliances & hearing aids

HSN Sub Chapter 9021 represents Orthopaedic appliances & hearing aids under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Orthopaedic appliances & hearing aids correctly for billing, taxation, and trade purposes. With HSN Sub Chapter 9021, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import/export of Orthopaedic appliances & hearing aids.

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New GST Rate for HSN Code 9021

GST Rate for Orthopaedic appliances & hearing aids under HSN Code 9021. Understand current tax rates, exemptions, and legal classifications to ensure accurate billing and GST filing.

Chapter No

90

HSN Code

9021

HSN Description

Orthopaedic appliances, including crutches, surgical belts and trusses; splints and other fracture appliances; artificial parts of the body; hearing aids and other appliances which are worn or carried, or implanted in the body, to compensate for a defect or disability; intraocular lens

New GST Rate

12 %
Standard

Old GST Rate

12 %

Tariff HSN Codes under HSN Sub Chapter 9021

Following tariff HSN codes fall under Orthopaedic appliances & hearing aids.

Tariff HSN

90211000

Description

Orthopeaedic or fracture appliances

Tariff HSN

90212100

Description

Artificial teeth and dental fittings : Artificial teeth

Tariff HSN

90212900

Description

Artificial teeth and dental fittings : Other

Tariff HSN

90213100

Description

Other artificial parts of the body : Artificial joints

Tariff HSN

90213900

Description

Other artificial parts of the body : Other

Tariff HSN

90214010

Description

Hearing aids, excluding parts and accessories : Frequency modulated hearing aid system used for hearing by handicapped persons in group situation

Tariff HSN

90214090

Description

Hearing aids, excluding parts and accessories : Other

Tariff HSN

90215000

Description

Pacemakers for stimulating heart muscles, excluding parts and accessories

Tariff HSN

90219010

Description

Other : Parts and accessories of hearing aids

Tariff HSN

90219090

Description

Other : Other

India’s Trade Performance — HSN Sub-Chapter 9021 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

₹3,924 Cr

+20.34% vs FY 2023-24

0.1060% of India’s total exports

India’s Imports

FY 2024-25

₹8,307 Cr

+8.30% vs FY 2023-24

0.1362% of India’s total imports

Trade Balance

FY 2024-25

−₹4,384 Cr

Trade Deficit

Surplus rank #1103 of 1233 subchapters

% of Chapter 90

FY 2024-25

8.77%

Share of Chapter 90’s total exports in FY 2024-25

Import side: 7.10% of Chapter 90’s imports

Rank Within Chapter 90

FY 2024-25

#3 of 32

Position by export value among subchapters in Chapter 90

Import-side rank: #6 of 32

At a glance

27.08%

Export CAGR

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

#160

National Export Rank

of 1233 subchapters by export value, FY 2024-25

+44.32%

Peak Growth Year

FY 2023-24 · strongest single-year move

8.77%

Contribution to Ch. 90

Share of Chapter 90 exports in FY 2024-25

India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Sub-Chapter 9021

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 #304

Balance

−2,759.07

Exports

931.55 ₹ Cr

0.0406% share

— YoY

4.09% of Ch. 90

Imports

3,690.62 ₹ Cr

0.1028% share

— YoY

5.48% of Ch. 90

FY 2019-20 Exp. Rank #269

Balance

−2,814.27

Exports

1,130.49 ₹ Cr

0.0512% share

+21.36% YoY

4.73% of Ch. 90

Imports

3,944.76 ₹ Cr

0.1176% share

+6.89% YoY

6.02% of Ch. 90

FY 2020-21 Exp. Rank #265

Balance

−1,238.68

Exports

1,232.93 ₹ Cr

0.0573% share

+9.06% YoY

5.09% of Ch. 90

Imports

2,471.61 ₹ Cr

0.0848% share

−37.34% YoY

3.89% of Ch. 90

FY 2021-22 Exp. Rank #264

Balance

−2,686.33

Exports

1,578.51 ₹ Cr

0.0503% share

+28.03% YoY

5.32% of Ch. 90

Imports

4,264.84 ₹ Cr

0.0933% share

+72.55% YoY

5.05% of Ch. 90

FY 2022-23 Exp. Rank #230

Balance

−4,252.97

Exports

2,259.27 ₹ Cr

0.0624% share

+43.13% YoY

5.86% of Ch. 90

Imports

6,512.24 ₹ Cr

0.1133% share

+52.70% YoY

6.94% of Ch. 90

FY 2023-24 Exp. Rank #176

Balance

−4,410.55

Exports

3,260.54 ₹ Cr

0.0901% share

+44.32% YoY

7.89% of Ch. 90

Imports

7,671.09 ₹ Cr

0.1366% share

+17.80% YoY

7.17% of Ch. 90

FY 2024-25 Exp. Rank #160

Balance

−4,383.66

Exports

3,923.80 ₹ Cr

0.1060% share

+20.34% YoY

8.77% of Ch. 90

Imports

8,307.46 ₹ Cr

0.1362% share

+8.30% YoY

7.10% of Ch. 90

CAGR · 7-Year

Exports

27.08% /yr

Imports

14.48% /yr

Consistently Deficit
Chapter 90 total

reference, FY 2024-25

Export

₹44,741.39 Cr

Import

₹1,17,087.09 Cr

Trade Balance

−72,345.70

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

Key Trade Insights: HSN Sub-Chapter 9021 Export-Import Analysis

Consistent Export Growth: 27.08% CAGR Over 7 Years

India's exports under HSN Sub-Chapter 9021 have grown at a compound annual rate of 27.08% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹931.55 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹3,923.80 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Sub-Chapter 9021 Ranked #160 Among All 1233 Subchapters by Export Value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Sub-Chapter 9021 ranks #160 out of 1233 subchapters by total export value. Within Chapter 90, it ranks #3 of 32. By trade surplus, it ranks #1103 of 1233.

FY 2023-24 Was the Strongest Growth Year for HSN Sub-Chapter 9021 Exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Sub-Chapter 9021 was recorded in FY 2023-24, when exports surged by 44.32% over the prior year.

India Records a Trade Deficit of ₹4,383.66 Crore in HSN Sub-Chapter 9021 Goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹8,307.46 Cr exceeded exports of ₹3,923.80 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹4,383.66 Crore — ranking #1103 of 1233 by surplus magnitude.

Import Growth of 14.48% CAGR Signals Rising Demand for Orthopaedic appliances & hearing aids

India's imports under HSN Sub-Chapter 9021 have grown at 14.48% CAGR, reaching ₹8,307.46 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Sub-Chapter 9021 Contributes 8.77% of Chapter 90 Exports — Ranked #3

Among the 32 subchapters under Chapter 90, HSN Sub-Chapter 9021 ranks #3 by export value — accounting for 8.77% of the chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 7.10% share (rank #6).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common queries about HSN Sub Chapter 9021 and GST compliance.

What products are classified under HSN 9021

It includes Orthopaedic appliances & hearing aids

Is the composition scheme suitable if I mainly trade Orthopaedic appliances & hearing aids?

The composition scheme is optional for eligible small suppliers of goods. You cannot issue tax invoices or collect tax under composition. Check turnover limits and exclusions; evaluate margins and ITC loss before opting in.

Can reverse charge ever apply to transactions involving Orthopaedic appliances & hearing aids?

Reverse charge in goods is notified only for specific categories. Most regular B2B sales of Orthopaedic appliances & hearing aids are forward charge. Check the current notifications for any special cases before deciding.

Any import/export nuance for Orthopaedic appliances & hearing aids?

Exports are zero‑rated (with or without payment of IGST) subject to LUT/refund conditions. Imports may attract customs duties in addition to GST. Keep HSN‑wise description consistent across invoice, shipping bill and BOE.

Any special steps when selling Orthopaedic appliances & hearing aids through an e‑commerce platform?

Ensure registration requirements are met and reconcile the operator’s TCS statements with your GSTR‑2B/3B. Map SKU descriptions to HSN to reduce mismatches and returns.

What should my invoice and records include for Orthopaedic appliances & hearing aids?

Include HSN, exact description, pack size/grade, quantity, and if pre‑packaged & labelled. Maintain purchase specs, test reports (where relevant), and job‑work challans for audit trail.

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.

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