HSN Code 90278010: Viscometers

HSN Code

90278010

Chapter

Digits

8-digit

Section

XVIII

What is HSN Code 90278010?

HSN code 90278010 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Viscometers 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, Precision, which is part of Section XVIII: Optical, Medical & Precision Instruments. Every GST-registered business supplying viscometers must quote HSN 90278010 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 90278010

Level	Code	Description
Chapter	90	optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, precision, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories thereof
Heading	9027	instruments and apparatus for physical or chemical analysis (for example, polarimeters, refractometers, spectrometers, gas or smoke analysis apparatus); instruments and apparatus for measuring or checking viscosity, porosity, expansion, surface tension or the like; instruments and apparatus for measuring or checking quantities of heat, sound or light (including exposure meters); microtomes
Sub-heading	902780	other instruments and apparatus
Tariff	90278010	instruments and apparatus for physical or chemical analysis (for example, polarimeters, refractometers, spectrometers, gas or smoke analysis apparatus); instruments and apparatus for measuring or checking viscosity, porosity, expansion, surface tension or the like; instruments and apparatus for measuring or checking quantities of heat, sound or light (including exposure meters); microtomes - other instruments and apparatus: viscometers

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Related HSN codes

HSN Code	Description
90278020	instruments and apparatus for physical or chemical analysis (for example, polarimeters, refractometers, spectrometers, gas or smoke analysis apparatus); instruments and apparatus for measuring or checking viscosity, porosity, expansion, surface tension or the like; instruments and apparatus for measuring or checking quantities of heat, sound or light (including exposure meters); microtomes - other instruments and apparatus: calorimeters
90278030	instruments and apparatus for physical or chemical analysis (for example, polarimeters, refractometers, spectrometers, gas or smoke analysis apparatus); instruments and apparatus for measuring or checking viscosity, porosity, expansion, surface tension or the like; instruments and apparatus for measuring or checking quantities of heat, sound or light (including exposure meters); microtomes - other instruments and apparatus: instruments and apparatus for measuring the surface or interfocial tension of liquids
90278040	instruments and apparatus for physical or chemical analysis (for example, polarimeters, refractometers, spectrometers, gas or smoke analysis apparatus); instruments and apparatus for measuring or checking viscosity, porosity, expansion, surface tension or the like; instruments and apparatus for measuring or checking quantities of heat, sound or light (including exposure meters); microtomes - other instruments and apparatus: nuclear magnetic resonance instruments
90278090	instruments and apparatus for physical or chemical analysis (for example, polarimeters, refractometers, spectrometers, gas or smoke analysis apparatus); instruments and apparatus for measuring or checking viscosity, porosity, expansion, surface tension or the like; instruments and apparatus for measuring or checking quantities of heat, sound or light (including exposure meters); microtomes - other instruments and apparatus: other

HSN Code 90278010 — FAQs

What is HSN code 90278010?

HSN code 90278010 classifies "Viscometers" 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 90278010?

90278010 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.

Which chapter does HSN code 90278010 belong to?

HSN 90278010 belongs to Chapter 90 — Optical, Photographic, Cinematographic, Measuring, Checking, Precision, part of Section XVIII: Optical, Medical & Precision Instruments.

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HSN Code 90278010 – Viscometers