Doctors, nurses and students carry stethoscopes for patient examination; India exports stethoscopes widely.
HSN code 90189012 is classified as Free under India's DGFT ITC(HS) export policy — no export license is required.
This product may be freely exported/imported from India without a license.
HSN Code Details
Diagnostic instruments and apparatus: stethoscopes used by doctors and nurses to listen to heart and lung sounds.
Provide device registration and material information (latex-free); pack in individual boxes. Medical devices are regulated products: provide device registration (CE MDR, US FDA 510(k), CDSCO), ISO 13485 quality records, sterility and shelf-life data, batch traceability and instructions in the destination language; sterile items ship in validated packaging, and equipment needs installation, safety and electrical documentation.
Related HSN Codes (Heading 9018)
- 9018Instruments and appliances used in medical, surgical, dental or veterinary sciences, includingFree
- 90181100examination or for checking physiological parameters) : -- Electro-cardiographsFree
- 901812examination or for checking physiological parameters) : -- Ultrasonic scanning apparatusFree
- 90181210Linear ultrasound scannerFree
- 90181290OtherFree
- 90181300examination or for checking physiological parameters) : -- Magnetic resonance imaging apparatusFree
Frequently Asked Questions
No. HSN 90189012 is classified as Free under DGFT ITC(HS) policy, so it can be exported from India without an export license or permit.
They are stethoscopes for patient examination.
HSN 90189012 falls under Chapter 90 and Heading 9018 of India's customs tariff schedule.
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