9006Heading (4-digit)Section XVIII

HSN Code 9006 – Photographic

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HSN Code

9006

Chapter

90

Digits

4-digit

Section

XVIII

What is HSN Code 9006?

HSN code 9006 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Photographic under India's Goods and Services Tax (GST). It is a 4-digit code sitting at the heading (4-digit) level of the HSN hierarchy.

This code belongs to Chapter 90 — Optical, Photographic, Cinematographic, Measuring, Checking, Precision, which is part of Section XVIII: Optical, Medical & Precision Instruments. Every GST-registered business supplying photographic must quote HSN 9006 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 9006

LevelCodeDescription
Chapter90optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, precision, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories thereof
Heading9006photographic (other than cinematographic cameras, photographic flashlight apparatus and flash bulbs other than discharge lamps of heading 8538

Sub-codes under this classification

HSN CodeDescription
90061000photographic (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
90062000photographic (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
900630cameras specially designed for underwater use, for aerial survey or for medical or surgical examination of internal organs, comparison cameras for forensic or criminological purposes
900640instant print cameras
90065100photographic (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
90065200photographic (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
900653for roll film of a width of 35 mm:
900659other :
900661discharge lamp (electronic) flashlight apparatus
90066200photographic (other than cinematographic) cameras; photographic flashlight apparatus and flash bulbs other than discharge lamps of heading 8539 - photographic flashlight apparatus and flashbulbs: flashbulbs, flashcubes and the like
900669other
900691for cameras
900699other

HSN Code 9006 — FAQs

What is HSN code 9006?

HSN code 9006 classifies "Photographic" under India's GST regime. It falls under Chapter 90 (Optical, Photographic, Cinematographic, Measuring, Checking, Precision) of the Harmonized System of Nomenclature.

How many digits is HSN code 9006?

9006 is a 4-digit HSN code — a heading (4-digit). Businesses declare 4-digit HSN (turnover up to ₹5 crore) or 6-digit HSN (above ₹5 crore) on GST invoices; 8-digit codes are used for exports and imports.

Which chapter does HSN code 9006 belong to?

HSN 9006 belongs to Chapter 90 — Optical, Photographic, Cinematographic, Measuring, Checking, Precision, part of Section XVIII: Optical, Medical & Precision Instruments.

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