90138000Tariff Item (8-digit)Section XVIII

HSN Code 90138000 – Lasers, Other Than Laser Diodes; Other Optical Appliances And Instruments, Not Specified…

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HSN Code

90138000

Chapter

90

Digits

8-digit

Section

XVIII

What is HSN Code 90138000?

HSN code 90138000 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Lasers, Other Than Laser Diodes; Other Optical Appliances And Instruments, Not Specified… under India's Goods and Services Tax (GST). It is a 8-digit code sitting at the tariff item (8-digit) level of the HSN hierarchy.

This code belongs to Chapter 90 — Optical, Photographic, Cinematographic, Measuring, Checking,…, which is part of Section XVIII: Optical, Medical & Precision Instruments. Every GST-registered business supplying lasers, other than laser diodes; other optical appliances and instruments, not specified… must quote HSN 90138000 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 90138000

LevelCodeDescription
Chapter90optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, precision, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories thereof
Heading9013lasers, other than laser diodes; other optical appliances and instruments, not specified or included elsewhere in this chapter
Sub-heading901380other devices, appliances and instruments
Tariff90138000other devices, appliances and instruments

GST rate for HSN 90138000

Goods under HSN 90138000 attract GST at one of the five standard slabs. The exact rate depends on the specific product and the latest GST Council notification — always confirm before invoicing.

0%

Nil / Exempt

Fresh produce, milk, cereals, books

5%

Merit rate

Essentials, packaged food, transport

12%

Standard-low

Processed food, mobiles, apparel > ₹1,000

18%

Standard

Most goods, electronics, services

28%

Demerit / luxury

Cars, cement, aerated drinks, tobacco

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Related HSN codes

HSN CodeDescription
90138010liquid 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)
90138090liquid 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

HSN Code 90138000 — FAQs

What is HSN code 90138000?

HSN code 90138000 classifies "Lasers, Other Than Laser Diodes; Other Optical Appliances And Instruments, Not Specified…" under India's GST regime. It falls under Chapter 90 (Optical, Photographic, Cinematographic, Measuring, Checking,…) of the Harmonized System of Nomenclature.

How many digits is HSN code 90138000?

90138000 is a 8-digit HSN code — a tariff item (8-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.

What is the GST rate for HSN code 90138000?

Goods under HSN 90138000 are taxed at one of the GST slabs — 0%, 5%, 12%, 18% or 28% — depending on the exact product and the latest GST Council notification. Use the Laabam.One GST Rate Finder to confirm the current rate for Lasers, Other Than Laser Diodes; Other Optical Appliances And Instruments, Not Specified….

Which chapter does HSN code 90138000 belong to?

HSN 90138000 belongs to Chapter 90 — Optical, Photographic, Cinematographic, Measuring, Checking,…, part of Section XVIII: Optical, Medical & Precision Instruments.

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