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

HSN Code 90138000

Lasers, other than laser diodes; other optical appliances and instruments, not specified or included elsewhere in this chapter — other devices, appliances and instruments — other devices, appliances and instruments

Typical GST rate

Varies

Depends on sub-classification

Type

Goods

HSN classification

Code level

8-digit

Tariff item

Reading code 90138000

The first two digits (90) place this code in chapter 90 — Optical, Medical, and Precision Instruments. Heading 9013 groups the product family, and the remaining digits pin down this specific 8-digit classification. 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%.

Parent heading

9013 — Lasers, other than laser diodes; other optical appliances and instruments, not specified or included elsewhere in this chapter

Related codes in heading 9013

  • 90131010 — Telescopic sights for fitting to arms, periscopes, telescopes designed to form parts of machines, appliances, instruments or apparatus of this chapter or section xvi — telescopic sights for fitting to arms
  • 90131020 — Telescopic sights for fitting to arms, periscopes, telescopes designed to form parts of machines, appliances, instruments or apparatus of this chapter or section xvi — periscopes
  • 90131090 — Telescopic sights for fitting to arms, periscopes, telescopes designed to form parts of machines, appliances, instruments or apparatus of this chapter or section xvi — other
  • 90132000 — Lasers, other than laser diodes; other optical appliances and instruments, not specified or included elsewhere in this chapter — lasers, other than laser diodes — lasers, other than laser diodes
  • 90138010 — Liquid crystal devices not constituting articles provided for more specifically in other headings; lasers, other than laser diodes; other optical appliances and instruments, not specified or included else where in this chapter - other devices, appliances and instruments: liquid crystal devices (LCD)
  • 90138090 — Liquid crystal devices not constituting articles provided for more specifically in other headings; lasers, other than laser diodes; other optical appliances and instruments, not specified or included else where in this chapter - other devices, appliances and instruments: other
  • 90139000 — Lasers, other than laser diodes; other optical appliances and instruments, not specified or included elsewhere in this chapter — parts and accessories — parts and accessories
  • 90139010 — Liquid crystal devices not constituting articles provided for more specifically in other headings; lasers, other than laser diodes; other optical appliances and instruments, not specified or included else where in this chapter - parts and accessories: for liquid crystal devices (LCD)
  • 90139090 — Liquid crystal devices not constituting articles provided for more specifically in other headings; lasers, other than laser diodes; other optical appliances and instruments, not specified or included else where in this chapter - parts and accessories: other

Frequently asked questions

The GST rate under 90138000 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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