HSN Codes · Chapter 90: Optical, Medical, and Precision Instruments

HSN Code 9006

Photographic (other than cinematographic cameras, photographic flashlight apparatus and flash bulbs other than discharge lamps of heading 8538

Typical GST rate

Varies

Depends on sub-classification

Type

Goods

HSN classification

Code level

4-digit

Heading

Reading code 9006

The first two digits (90) place this code in chapter 90 — Optical, Medical, and Precision Instruments. As a 4-digit heading it groups a whole product family; 6 and 8-digit codes underneath it get more specific. Remember: you can never invent a shorter code by truncating a longer one — only codes that exist in the official tariff are valid.

Medical and surgical instruments, diagnostic equipment, meters, lenses, and precision instruments — much of it at concessional 12%.

More specific codes under 9006

  • 90061000 — Photographic (other than cinematographic) cameras; photographic flashlight apparatus and flash bulbs other than discharge lamps of heading 8539 cameras of a kind used for preparing printing plates or cylinders
  • 90062000 — Photographic (other than cinematographic) cameras; photographic flashlight apparatus and flash bulbs other than discharge lamps of heading 8539 cameras of a kind used for recording documents on microfilm, microfiche or other microforms
  • 900630 — Cameras specially designed for underwater use, for aerial survey or for medical or surgical examination of internal organs, comparison cameras for forensic or criminological purposes
  • 90063000 — Cameras specially designed for underwater use, for aerial survey or for medical or surgical examination of internal organs, comparison cameras for forensic or criminological purposes
  • 900640 — Photographic (other than cinematographic cameras, photographic flashlight apparatus and flash bulbs other than discharge lamps of heading 8538 — instant print cameras
  • 90064000 — Photographic (other than cinematographic cameras, photographic flashlight apparatus and flash bulbs other than discharge lamps of heading 8538 — instant print cameras — instant print cameras
  • 90065100 — Photographic (other than cinematographic) cameras; photographic flashlight apparatus and flash bulbs other than discharge lamps of heading 8539 - other cameras: with a through-the-lens view-finder [single lens reflex (slr)] for roll film of a width not exceeding 35 mm
  • 90065200 — Photographic (other than cinematographic) cameras; photographic flashlight apparatus and flash bulbs other than discharge lamps of heading 8539 - other cameras: other, for roll film of a width less than 35 mm
  • 900653 — Photographic (other than cinematographic cameras, photographic flashlight apparatus and flash bulbs other than discharge lamps of heading 8538 — for roll film of a width of 35 mm
  • 90065310 — Photographic (other than cinematographic cameras, photographic flashlight apparatus and flash bulbs other than discharge lamps of heading 8538 — for roll film of a width of 35 mm — fixed focus 35 mm cameras

Frequently asked questions

The GST rate under 9006 depends on the specific item and applicable notifications. Check the classification with our HSN code finder and confirm the rate before invoicing.
Businesses with annual aggregate turnover of ₹5 crore or more must report at least 6 digits on e-invoices and e-way bills; below ₹5 crore, 4 digits is the B2B minimum. Exports require 8 digits.
Every line item on a GST tax invoice carries its HSN code alongside the description, quantity, taxable value, and tax breakup. The code also flows into your GSTR-1 HSN summary and e-way bills.

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