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# HSN Code 42022220: Hand-Bags and Shopping Bags of Cotton

- [Section 08: Guide to HSN Section 08](https://busy.in/hsn/section-08/)
- [Chapter 42: Articles of Leather; Saddlery and Harness; Travel Goods; Handbags](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-42/)
- [Sub-chapter 4202: Bags, cases & trunks](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-4202/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Hand-bags, whether or not with shoulder strap, including those without handle : With outer surface of plastic sheeting or of textile materials : Hand-bags and shopping bags, of cotton | 6% | 6% | 12% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 42022220 ?

It includes Hand-Bags and Shopping Bags of Cotton

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Hand-Bags and Shopping Bags of Cotton?

For food/agri items, GST can be 5% when not fresh/chilled and sold as pre‑packaged & labelled; otherwise often Nil. For non‑food items, rates depend on the specific sub‑heading.

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Hand-Bags and Shopping Bags of Cotton?

If your outward supply is taxable, eligible ITC is available subject to general restrictions. For exempt/Nil supplies, reverse credit per Rule 42.

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Hand-Bags and Shopping Bags of Cotton?

e‑Way bill is needed above ₹50,000 consignment value (subject to exemptions). e‑Invoicing is turnover‑based (presently AATO > ₹5 crore) for B2B supplies.

### Any common misclassification issue with Hand-Bags and Shopping Bags of Cotton?

Use the exact HSN and describe the form/grade. For multi‑line invoices, apply the rate per line to avoid wrong tax collection.

### How much GST applies to Hand-Bags and Shopping Bags of Cotton?

Under HSN 42022220, Hand-Bags and Shopping Bags of Cotton attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 42022220 (FY 2024-25)

Source: TradeStat EIDB, Ministry of Commerce & Industry. Values in ₹ Crore (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25).

- Exports: ₹2,828 Cr (+13.28% YoY) — 0.0768% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹24 Cr (+75.85% YoY) — 0.0004% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹2,804 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #128 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 4202: 20.63% of its exports; import side 0.60%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 4202: #1 of 44 by export value; import-side #15

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 13.95% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #185 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +45.35% in FY 2021-22
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 4202: 20.63% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 42022220

7-year export and import data, FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, in ₹ Crore. Source: Ministry of Commerce & Industry, TradeStat EIDB.

| FY | Exports (₹ Cr) | Exp share | Exp YoY | Exp % of Sub-Ch. 4202 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 4202 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 1,291.86 | 0.0565% | — | 12.15% | 16.75 | 0.0005% | — | 0.53% | +1,275.11 | #257 |
| FY 2019-20 | 1,414.55 | 0.0643% | +9.50% | 13.99% | 14.17 | 0.0004% | −15.40% | 0.49% | +1,400.38 | #231 |
| FY 2020-21 | 1,313.47 | 0.0611% | −7.15% | 17.45% | 5.31 | 0.0002% | −62.53% | 0.46% | +1,308.16 | #260 |
| FY 2021-22 | 1,909.16 | 0.0608% | +45.35% | 17.10% | 7.01 | 0.0002% | +32.02% | 0.30% | +1,902.15 | #252 |
| FY 2022-23 | 2,490.20 | 0.0688% | +30.43% | 18.88% | 11.22 | 0.0002% | +60.06% | 0.31% | +2,478.98 | #191 |
| FY 2023-24 | 2,496.76 | 0.0690% | +0.26% | 19.76% | 13.87 | 0.0002% | +23.62% | 0.35% | +2,482.89 | #195 |
| FY 2024-25 | 2,828.27 | 0.0768% | +13.28% | 20.63% | 24.39 | 0.0004% | +75.85% | 0.60% | +2,803.88 | #185 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 13.95%/yr, imports 6.46%/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 42022220 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 13.95% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 42022220 have grown at a compound annual rate of 13.95% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹1,291.86 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹2,828.27 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 42022220 ranked #185 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 42022220 ranks #185 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 4202, it ranks #1 of 44. By trade surplus, it ranks #128 of 12657.

### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 42022220 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 42022220 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 45.35% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹2,803.88 Crore in HSN Code 42022220 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹2,828.27 Cr exceeded imports of ₹24.39 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹2,803.88 Crore — ranking #128 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 6.46% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Hand-Bags and Shopping Bags of Cotton

India's imports under HSN Code 42022220 have grown at 6.46% CAGR, reaching ₹24.39 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 42022220 contributes 20.63% of Sub-Chapter 4202 exports — ranked #1

Among the 44 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 4202, HSN Code 42022220 ranks #1 by export value — accounting for 20.63% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.60% share (rank #15).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 4202

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | HSN Code 42022220: Hand-Bags and Shopping Bags of Cotton (this hsn code) | ₹2,828 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 42023120: Calf Skins (Tanned/Dressed, Hair On)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-42023120/) | ₹2,208 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 42022190: Other Leather Handbag](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-42022190/) | ₹2,017 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 42022110: Ladies Leather Handbag](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-42022110/) | ₹1,520 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 42022290: Hand-Bags with Textile or Plastic Outer Surface](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-42022290/) | ₹994 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 42022230: Plastic Hand/Shopping Bags (Artificial)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-42022230/) | ₹664 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Code 42023190: Other Leather Articles](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-42023190/) | ₹608 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Code 42029100: Leather surface: Other articles](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-42029100/) | ₹413 Cr |
| #9 | [HSN Code 42021190: Other Leather Containers](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-42021190/) | ₹378 Cr |
| #10 | [HSN Code 42029200: Other : With outer surface of plastic sheeting or of textile materials](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-42029200/) | ₹329 Cr |