90278930Tariff Item (8-digit)Section XVIII

HSN Code 90278930 – Instruments And Apparatus For Measuring The Surface Or Interfocial Tension Of Liquids

Full GST classification for Instruments And Apparatus For Measuring The Surface Or Interfocial Tension Of Liquids — chapter, heading and tariff hierarchy, GST rate slabs and related HSN codes. Updated for India GST.

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HSN Code

90278930

Chapter

90

Digits

8-digit

Section

XVIII

What is HSN Code 90278930?

HSN code 90278930 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Instruments And Apparatus For Measuring The Surface Or Interfocial Tension Of Liquids 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 instruments and apparatus for measuring the surface or interfocial tension of liquids must quote HSN 90278930 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 90278930

LevelCodeDescription
Chapter90optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, precision, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories thereof
Heading9027instruments 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-heading902789other:
Tariff90278930instruments and apparatus for measuring the surface or interfocial tension of liquids

GST rate for HSN 90278930

Goods under HSN 90278930 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 90278930 — FAQs

What is HSN code 90278930?

HSN code 90278930 classifies "Instruments And Apparatus For Measuring The Surface Or Interfocial Tension Of Liquids" 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 90278930?

90278930 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 90278930?

Goods under HSN 90278930 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 Apparatus For Measuring The Surface Or Interfocial Tension Of Liquids.

Which chapter does HSN code 90278930 belong to?

HSN 90278930 belongs to Chapter 90 — Optical, Photographic, Cinematographic, Measuring, Checking,…, part of Section XVIII: Optical, Medical & Precision Instruments.

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