--- title: "9802 HSN Code | HSN Code for Laboratory chemicals in India" description: "Know more about 9802 HSN Code with BUSY Accounting - HSN Tariff, GST Rates and case laws related to chapter 9802 covering Laboratory chemicals." canonical: "https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-9802/" --- # HSN Sub-chapter 9802: Laboratory chemicals Laboratory chemicals Part of [Chapter 98: Project Imports & Laboratory Chemicals](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-98/). - Current GST rate: 5% - Earlier GST rate: 5% ## HSN codes | Code | Title | | --- | --- | | 98020000 | [Laboratory Chemicals](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-98020000/) | ## Frequently asked questions ### What products are classified under HSN 9802 It includes Laboratory chemicals ### Can I claim ITC on inputs and services used for Laboratory chemicals? If your outward supply of Laboratory chemicals is taxable, ITC is generally available (Sections 16–17) except blocked credits (e.g., personal use, motor vehicles in most cases). For exempt supplies, proportionate reversal is required under Rule 42/43. ### Does MRP, weight or pack size change GST treatment for Laboratory chemicals? Some entries use MRP/weight‑based conditions for classification. Keep pack size, retail marking and brand status on records and invoice to support the chosen HSN. ### How are warranty replacements of Laboratory chemicals handled? If replacement is without consideration under a pre‑agreed warranty, issue a delivery challan and reference the original invoice/contract. If consideration is charged, raise a tax invoice. Keep serial/lot details for traceability. ### If I repair and return Laboratory chemicals, how should I charge GST? Repair/service is a service supply (SAC). Parts and materials used are goods and may be billed separately with HSN. Mention both lines clearly to avoid mixing service and goods values. ### Is the composition scheme suitable if I mainly trade Laboratory chemicals? 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. ## India's trade performance: HSN Sub-Chapter 9802 (FY 2024-25) Source: TradeStat EIDB, Ministry of Commerce & Industry. Values in ₹ Crore (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25). - Exports: ₹87 Cr (−35.30% YoY) — 0.0024% of India's total exports - Imports: ₹620 Cr (−11.60% YoY) — 0.0102% of India's total imports - Trade balance: −₹533 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #873 of 1233 sub-chapters - Share of Chapter 98: 61.86% of its exports; import side 6.30% - Rank within Chapter 98: #1 of 5 by export value; import-side #2 ### Key metrics - Export CAGR: 32.15% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years) - National export rank: #842 of 1233 sub-chapters by export value (FY 2024-25) - Peak growth year: +148.43% in FY 2020-21 - Contribution to Ch. 98: 61.86% of its exports (FY 2024-25) ## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Sub-Chapter 9802 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 Ch. 98 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Ch. 98 | Trade balance | Exp rank | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | FY 2018-19 | 16.34 | 0.0007% | — | 5.48% | 39.89 | 0.0011% | — | 0.24% | −23.55 | #968 | | FY 2019-20 | 14.35 | 0.0006% | −12.18% | 3.63% | 55.75 | 0.0017% | +39.76% | 0.38% | −41.40 | #976 | | FY 2020-21 | 35.65 | 0.0017% | +148.43% | 58.32% | 104.24 | 0.0036% | +86.98% | 0.90% | −68.59 | #880 | | FY 2021-22 | 47.26 | 0.0015% | +32.57% | 54.51% | 180.78 | 0.0040% | +73.43% | 1.62% | −133.52 | #882 | | FY 2022-23 | 112.02 | 0.0031% | +137.03% | 79.65% | 415.65 | 0.0072% | +129.92% | 2.92% | −303.63 | #791 | | FY 2023-24 | 134.52 | 0.0037% | +20.09% | 65.52% | 701.28 | 0.0125% | +68.72% | 5.77% | −566.76 | #760 | | FY 2024-25 | 87.04 | 0.0024% | −35.30% | 61.86% | 619.91 | 0.0102% | −11.60% | 6.30% | −532.87 | #842 | - CAGR (7-year): exports 32.15%/yr, imports 57.97%/yr (consistently Deficit) ## Key trade insights: HSN Sub-Chapter 9802 export-import analysis ### Consistent export growth: 32.15% CAGR over 7 years India's exports under HSN Sub-Chapter 9802 have grown at a compound annual rate of 32.15% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹16.34 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹87.04 Crore in FY 2024-25. ### HSN Sub-Chapter 9802 ranked #842 among all 1233 sub-chapters by export value In FY 2024-25, HSN Sub-Chapter 9802 ranks #842 out of 1233 sub-chapters by total export value. Within Chapter 98, it ranks #1 of 5. By trade surplus, it ranks #873 of 1233. ### FY 2020-21 was the strongest growth year for HSN Sub-Chapter 9802 exports The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Sub-Chapter 9802 was recorded in FY 2020-21, when exports surged by 148.43% over the prior year. ### India records a trade deficit of ₹532.87 Crore in HSN Sub-Chapter 9802 goods In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹619.91 Cr exceeded exports of ₹87.04 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹532.87 Crore — ranking #873 of 1233 by surplus magnitude. ### Import growth of 57.97% CAGR signals rising demand for Laboratory chemicals India's imports under HSN Sub-Chapter 9802 have grown at 57.97% CAGR, reaching ₹619.91 Crore in FY 2024-25. ### HSN Sub-Chapter 9802 contributes 61.86% of Chapter 98 exports — ranked #1 Among the 5 sub-chapters under Chapter 98, HSN Sub-Chapter 9802 ranks #1 by export value — accounting for 61.86% of the chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 6.30% share (rank #2). ## Related Sub-Chapters in Chapter 98 Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25). | Rank | HSN Sub-Chapter | Exports (FY 2024-25) | | --- | --- | --- | | #1 | HSN Sub-Chapter 9802: Laboratory chemicals (this hsn sub-chapter) | ₹87 Cr | | #2 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 9801: All machinery items](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-9801/) | ₹27 Cr | | #3 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 9805: Customs Duty Articles](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-9805/) | ₹24 Cr | | #4 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 9804: Waste of synthetic fibres](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-9804/) | ₹2 Cr | | #5 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 9803: Duty-Free Personal Items](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-9803/) | < ₹1 Crore | ## Other sub-chapters | Code | Title | | --- | --- | | 9801 | [All machinery items](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-9801/) | | 9803 | [Duty-Free Personal Items](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-9803/) | | 9804 | [Waste of synthetic fibres](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-9804/) | | 9805 | [Customs Duty Articles](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-9805/) |