Q3HSN Code 9001
Optical fibres and optical fibre bundles, optical fibre
Optical fibres and optical fibre bundles, optical fibre cables other than those of heading 8544, sheets and plates of polarising material, lenses (including contact lenses), prisms, mirrors and other optical elements, of any material, unmounted, other than such elements of glass not optically worked.
GST rate
| Contact lenses; Spectacle lenses | 5% |
| Optical fibres and optical fibre bundles; optical fibre cables other than those of heading 8544; sheets and plates of polarising material; prisms, mirrors and other optical elements, of any material, unmounted, other than such elements of glass not optically worked | 18% |
Codes under 9001
| Code | Description | GST rate |
|---|---|---|
| 9001 10 | Optical fibres, optical fibres bundles and cables | Varies |
| 9001 20 | Sheets and plates of polarising material | Varies |
| 9001 30 | Contact lenses | Varies |
| 9001 40 | Spectacle lenses of glass: | Varies |
| 9001 40 10 | Polarised glass | Varies |
| 9001 50 | Spectacle lenses of other materials | Varies |
| 9001 90 | Optical fibres and optical fibre bundles, optical fibre cables other than those of heading 8544, sheets and plates of polarising material, lenses (including contact lenses), prisms, mirrors and other optical elements, of any material, unmounted, other than such elements of glass not optically worked. › Other | Varies |
| 9001 90 10 | Optical calcite crystal | Varies |
← Chapter 90: Optical, photo, medical & measuring instruments
Related HSN codes
9002Lenses, prisms, mirrors and other optical elements, of any9033Parts and accessories9003Frames and mountings for spectacles, goggles or the like9032Automatic regulating or controlling instruments9004Spectacles, goggles and the like, corrective, protective9031Measuring or checking instruments, appliances and machines
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HSN code for optical fibres and optical fibre bundles, optical fibre?
The HSN code for optical fibres and optical fibre bundles, optical fibre is 9001, under Chapter 90 (Optical, photo, medical & measuring instruments).
What is the GST rate on optical fibres and optical fibre bundles, optical fibre?
It depends on the specific item: contact lenses; spectacle lenses is 5%; optical fibres and optical fibre bundles; optical fibre cables other than those of heading 8544; sheets and plates of polarising material; prisms, mirrors and other optical elements, of any material, unmounted, other than such elements of glass not optically worked is 18%.
How many digits of the HSN code go on a GST invoice?
It depends on your turnover in the previous financial year: businesses above ₹5 crore generally show 6 digits (8 for certain specified goods), and smaller businesses show 4 digits on B2B invoices. Check the current e-invoicing/HSN notification for the exact threshold that applies to you.
Rates as per Notification No. 9/2025-Central Tax (Rate), as amended, as of 7 October 2026. For guidance only — verify with your tax advisor.