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

HSN Code 90281000

Gas, liquid or electricity supply or production meters, including calibrating meters therefor — gas meters — gas meters

Typical GST rate

Varies

Depends on sub-classification

Type

Goods

HSN classification

Code level

8-digit

Tariff item

Reading code 90281000

The first two digits (90) place this code in chapter 90 — Optical, Medical, and Precision Instruments. Heading 9028 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

9028 — Gas, liquid or electricity supply or production meters

Related codes in heading 9028

  • 90282000 — Gas, liquid or electricity supply or production meters, including calibrating meters therefor — liquid meters — liquid meters
  • 90283010 — Gas, liquid or electricity supply or production meters, including calibrating meters therefor — electricity meters — for alternating current
  • 90283090 — Gas, liquid or electricity supply or production meters, including calibrating meters therefor — electricity meters — other
  • 90289010 — Gas, liquid or electricity supply or production meters, including calibrating meters therefor — parts and accessories — for electricity meters
  • 90289090 — Gas, liquid or electricity supply or production meters, including calibrating meters therefor — parts and accessories — other

Frequently asked questions

The GST rate under 90281000 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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