90178090Tariff Item (8-digit)Section XVIII

HSN Code 90178090 – Drawing, Marking-Out Or Mathematical Calculating Instruments (For Example, Drafting…

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HSN Code

90178090

Chapter

90

Digits

8-digit

Section

XVIII

What is HSN Code 90178090?

HSN code 90178090 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Drawing, Marking-Out Or Mathematical Calculating Instruments (For Example, Drafting… 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 drawing, marking-out or mathematical calculating instruments (for example, drafting… must quote HSN 90178090 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 90178090

LevelCodeDescription
Chapter90optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, precision, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories thereof
Heading9017drawing, marking-out or mathematical calculating instruments (for example, drafting machines, pantographs, protractors, drawing sets, slide rules, disc calculators); instruments for measuring length, for use in the hand (for example, measuring rods and tapes, micrometers, callipers), not specified or included elsewhere in this chapter
Sub-heading901780other instruments :
Tariff90178090other

GST rate for HSN 90178090

Goods under HSN 90178090 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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HSN Code 90178090 — FAQs

What is HSN code 90178090?

HSN code 90178090 classifies "Drawing, Marking-Out Or Mathematical Calculating Instruments (For Example, Drafting…" 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 90178090?

90178090 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 90178090?

Goods under HSN 90178090 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 Drawing, Marking-Out Or Mathematical Calculating Instruments (For Example, Drafting….

Which chapter does HSN code 90178090 belong to?

HSN 90178090 belongs to Chapter 90 — Optical, Photographic, Cinematographic, Measuring, Checking,…, part of Section XVIII: Optical, Medical & Precision Instruments.

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