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90118000 Free

Schools, hospitals, labs and industry use compound microscopes for biology, pathology and materials work; India exports educational microscopes.

HSN code 90118000 is classified as Free under India's DGFT ITC(HS) export policy — no export license is required.

Free — No License Required

This product may be freely exported/imported from India without a license.

HSN Code Details

Full HSN Code
90118000
Policy
Free
Chapter
90
Heading
9011
Description

Other microscopes not named above, including compound, metallurgical, inverted and fluorescence microscopes.

Export Considerations

State magnification, objectives, light source (LED) and approvals; pack in foam-lined cases. Optical and photographic goods are fragile and precision-made: pack in individual sleeves with foam, state specifications (focal length, aperture, magnification, resolution), provide CE/FCC/BIS marks for electronic equipment, keep lithium batteries under dangerous goods rules, and expect customs value checks on branded optics.

Related HSN Codes (Heading 9011)

  • 9011photomicrography, cinephotomicrography or microprojectionFree
  • 90111000Stereoscopic microscopesFree
  • 90112000cinephotomicrography or microprojectionFree
  • 90119000Parts and accessoriesFree

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a license to export HSN 90118000 from India?

No. HSN 90118000 is classified as Free under DGFT ITC(HS) policy, so it can be exported from India without an export license or permit.

What is HSN code 90118000 used for?

They are compound and other optical microscopes.

Which chapter and heading does HSN 90118000 belong to?

HSN 90118000 falls under Chapter 90 and Heading 9011 of India's customs tariff schedule.

Need to Export This Product?

Voyager Exim handles complete export documentation, licensing, and logistics from India.

Data source: DGFT ITC(HS) Schedule. Always verify with official notifications before shipping.