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HSN 9024 80 99 (Other material testing machines and appliances) is subject to Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) registration under the Medical Devices Rules, 2017, where the device is listed in G.S.R. 102(E) dated 11-02-2020 issued by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MOHFW). Importers must comply with all registration conditions specified in that notification before the bill of entry is filed.

What this is

HSN code

9024 80 99

Chapter

90 · Optical, photographic, measuring, checking, precision, medical or surgical instruments

Primary regulator

CDSCO · Medical Devices Rules, 2017 (G.S.R. 102(E) dated 11-02-2020)

Customs documentation

Registration certificate from CDSCO
Import licence from CDSCO
G.S.R. 102(E) compliance declaration from MOHFW

Applicable Partner Government Agencies

CDSCOCDSCO·Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation

MOHFWMOHFW·Ministry of Health and Family Welfare

Compliance steps

1
Verify whether the specific material testing machine falls within the schedule of medical devices notified under G.S.R. 102(E) dated 11-02-2020. If listed, obtain the requisite CDSCO registration and ensure all conditions of that notification are satisfied before filing the bill of entry.
G.S.R. 102(E) dated 11-02-2020 · Ministry of Health and Family Welfare notification
2
Upload the CDSCO registration certificate and any other mandatory documentation specified in G.S.R. 102(E) in e-Sanchit at the bill of entry stage. Customs out-of-charge will not be granted until the proper officer confirms all PGA-mandated documents are present.
G.S.R. 102(E) dated 11-02-2020 · CDSCO registration conditions

A word of counsel

The critical error on this tariff line is assuming that all material testing machines under HSN 9024 80 99 are outside the medical device regime. Only those specifically listed in G.S.R. 102(E) dated 11-02-2020 attract CDSCO registration obligations; however, importers who fail to check scope before shipment risk consignment detention at the port of entry pending PGA clearance, with demurrage and ground rent accruing throughout. Conduct the G.S.R. 102(E) applicability check before purchase order finalisation, not at the bill of entry stage.

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Frequently asked

Does HSN 9024 80 99 require BIS certification?

No, no BIS Quality Control Order covers other material testing machines and appliances under this tariff line. Import is governed by Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation registration requirements where the device is listed in G.S.R. 102(E) dated 11-02-2020 issued by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare.

How do I determine whether my material testing machine is covered by G.S.R. 102(E)?

Cross-reference the device description and intended use against the schedule of medical devices listed in G.S.R. 102(E) dated 11-02-2020; only devices appearing in that notification attract mandatory CDSCO registration as a condition of import.

What happens if a material testing machine is imported without CDSCO registration when it is required?

The consignment is liable to detention at the port of entry, with demurrage and ground rent accruing; continued non-compliance may result in re-export or confiscation under the Medical Devices Rules, 2017.

Last verified against gazette notifications: 2026-05-16. Source: CDSCO / MOHFW / Indian Customs CUSDATA.