9018Heading (4-digit)Section XVIII

HSN Code 9018 – Instruments And Appliances Used In Medical, Surgical, Dental Or Veterinary Sciences,…

Full GST classification for Instruments And Appliances Used In Medical, Surgical, Dental Or Veterinary Sciences,… — chapter, heading and tariff hierarchy, GST rate slabs and related HSN codes. Updated for India GST.

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HSN Code

9018

Chapter

90

Digits

4-digit

Section

XVIII

What is HSN Code 9018?

HSN code 9018 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Instruments And Appliances Used In Medical, Surgical, Dental Or Veterinary Sciences,… 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,…, which is part of Section XVIII: Optical, Medical & Precision Instruments. Every GST-registered business supplying instruments and appliances used in medical, surgical, dental or veterinary sciences,… must quote HSN 9018 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 9018

LevelCodeDescription
Chapter90optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, precision, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories thereof
Heading9018instruments and appliances used in medical, surgical, dental or veterinary sciences, including scientigraphic apparatus, other electromedical apparatus and sight-testing instruments

GST rate for HSN 9018

Goods under HSN 9018 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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Sub-codes under this classification

HSN CodeDescription
901811electro-cardiographs
901812ultrasonic scanning apparatus :
901813magnetic resonance imaging apparatus
901814scientigraphic apparatus
901819other :
901820ultra-violet or infra-red ray apparatus
901831syringes, with or without needles
901832tubular metal needles and needles for sutures :
901839other :
901841dental drill engines, whether or not combined on a single base with other dental equipment
901849other
901850other ophthalmic instruments and appliances :
901890other instruments and appliances :

HSN Code 9018 — FAQs

What is HSN code 9018?

HSN code 9018 classifies "Instruments And Appliances Used In Medical, Surgical, Dental Or Veterinary Sciences,…" 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 9018?

9018 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.

What is the GST rate for HSN code 9018?

Goods under HSN 9018 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 Instruments And Appliances Used In Medical, Surgical, Dental Or Veterinary Sciences,….

Which chapter does HSN code 9018 belong to?

HSN 9018 belongs to Chapter 90 — Optical, Photographic, Cinematographic, Measuring, Checking,…, part of Section XVIII: Optical, Medical & Precision Instruments.

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