Gst on Sunglasses

Safety goggles, spectacles and sunglasses are very important when it comes to protecting your eyes so that the eye organ is not a redundant piece of flesh. They are not only essential for many reasons, but they also belong to specific groups under the Harmonized System of Nomenclature (HSN) Code which speaks about their types based on tax collection and trade purposes in India. The safety goggles HSN Code 9004 is very important to eyewear in particular and every manufacturer, seller, and buyer

Gst on Sunglasses

GST rates and HSN code for Spectacles, Goggles

HS CodeDescriptionGST Rate
9004Spectacles, goggles and the like, corrective, protective or other sunglasses12 %
900410Spectacles, goggles and the like, corrective, protective or other sunglasses12 %
90041000Spectacles, goggles and the like, corrective, protective or other sunglasses12 %
900490Spectacles, goggles and the like, corrective, protective or other – other: passive night vision goggles12 %
90049010Spectacles, goggles and the like, corrective, protective or other – other: passive night vision goggles12 %
90049020Spectacles, goggles and the like, corrective, protective or other – other: prismatic eyeglasses for reading12 %
90049090Spectacles, goggles and the like, corrective, protective or other – other: other12 %

FAQs

Q1.What is HSN Code 9004?

HSN Code- Harmonized System of Nomenclature is a common term used for naming and classifying traded products internationally. In India, it finds out the GST rate applicable for different goods. Introduction The HSN Code for spectacles, goggles and sunglasses comes under Chapter 90 of the Harmonized System Nomenclature.

HSN Code 9004 is a code prescribed under the following heading:

– Spectacles

– Safety Goggles

– Sunglasses

– Other protective eyewear

Q2.Why is the HSN Code Important?

The HSN Code 9004 is significant from a business perspective to be able to maintain the proper taxation under Goods and Services Tax (GST). The system ensures consistent classification of goods, tracking and accurate application of taxes.

GST Rate on HSN Code 9004

Under existing legal standards, 12% GST is imposed on goods falling under HSN Code 9004 which also comprises spectacles and safety goggles as well. This is the same for both safety glasses and goggles so just another way to keep things uniform within this category.

Q3.What is the GST rate on safety eyewear, spectacles & sunglasses?

All goods inclusive of safety goggles, spectacle and non-prescription sunglasses fall under HSN Code 9004.

Q4.Why is eye protection in an industrial or outdoor setting important?

From safety goggles to sunglasses, this type of eye protection not only can help you avoid injuries from dangerous materials but also protects your eyes in recreational and work environments with UV rays.

Q5.What does the HSN Code 9004 mean for the fashion and eyewear industry?

This is where again the HSN Code 9004 — eyewear (spectacles) will help in an appropriate classification of specifications which can also be used for taxation, tracking and trade use cases to add transparency into selling/buying activity by businesses under GST.

It encompasses safety goggles, spectacles and sunglasses as well as all other protective eyewear on which uniform tax is levied during supply.

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Advocate Shruti Goyal is a legal expert specializing in corporate law and compliance. She writes to simplify legal topics for businesses and individuals alike.