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HSN 9006: Cameras, photographic (excluding cinematographic);…
HSN code 9006 covers: Cameras, photographic (excluding cinematographic); photographic flashlight apparatus and flashbulbs other than discharge lamps of heading no. 8539.
The GST rate for this code depends on the specific item (per CBIC Notification 9/2025-Central Tax (Rate), effective 22 Sep 2025). The official schedule lists:
- 5% — Coronary stents and coronary stent systems for use with cardiac catheters
- 18% — Photographic (other than cinematographic) cameras; photographic flashlight apparatus and flashbulbs other than discharge lamps of heading 8539
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Rates reflect the 22 Sep 2025 GST 2.0 reform (mainly 5% and 18%, with 3% for precious metals and 28%/40% for select sin and luxury goods). This is a reference drawn from the CBIC rate schedule, not tax advice — confirm the exact rate for your specific item with your CA.
What's inside 9006
This heading has 8 subheadings, including: Cameras, photographic (excluding cinematographic); specially designed for underwater use, aerial survey, medical or surgical examination of internal organs; comparison cameras for forensic or criminological use, Cameras, photographic (excluding cinematographic); instant print cameras, Cameras, photographic (excluding cinematographic), for roll film of a width of 35mm, Cameras, photographic (excluding cinematographic); n.e.c. in heading no 9006, Photographic flashlight apparatus; discharge lamp (electronic), Photographic flashlight apparatus; n.e.c. in heading no. 9006, Cameras, photographic (excluding cinematographic); parts and accessories, Photographic flashlight apparatus; parts and accessories, for other than cameras. Use the HSN/SAC finder to pin down the exact code.
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