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# HSN Code 42022290: Hand-Bags with Textile or Plastic Outer Surface

- [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 : Other | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 42022290 ?

It includes Hand-Bags with Textile or Plastic Outer Surface

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Hand-Bags with Textile or Plastic Outer Surface?

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

### How much GST applies to Hand-Bags with Textile or Plastic Outer Surface?

Under HSN 42022290, Hand-Bags with Textile or Plastic Outer Surface attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Hand-Bags with Textile or Plastic Outer Surface is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Hand-Bags with Textile or Plastic Outer Surface; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Hand-Bags with Textile or Plastic Outer Surface?

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.

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Hand-Bags with Textile or Plastic Outer Surface?

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.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 42022290 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹994 Cr (+3.85% YoY) — 0.0270% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹748 Cr (+28.85% YoY) — 0.0123% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹246 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #1025 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 4202: 7.25% of its exports; import side 18.45%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 4202: #5 of 44 by export value; import-side #2

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 19.83% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #531 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +67.80% in FY 2021-22
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 4202: 7.25% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 42022290

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 | 335.66 | 0.0147% | — | 3.16% | 420.32 | 0.0117% | — | 13.26% | −84.66 | #916 |
| FY 2019-20 | 386.40 | 0.0176% | +15.12% | 3.82% | 430.26 | 0.0129% | +2.36% | 14.96% | −43.86 | #806 |
| FY 2020-21 | 398.03 | 0.0185% | +3.01% | 5.29% | 200.14 | 0.0069% | −53.48% | 17.37% | +197.89 | #821 |
| FY 2021-22 | 667.88 | 0.0213% | +67.80% | 5.98% | 341.24 | 0.0075% | +70.50% | 14.40% | +326.64 | #659 |
| FY 2022-23 | 942.23 | 0.0260% | +41.08% | 7.14% | 502.81 | 0.0087% | +47.35% | 13.82% | +439.42 | #531 |
| FY 2023-24 | 956.81 | 0.0264% | +1.55% | 7.57% | 580.56 | 0.0103% | +15.46% | 14.57% | +376.25 | #534 |
| FY 2024-25 | 993.68 | 0.0270% | +3.85% | 7.25% | 748.07 | 0.0123% | +28.85% | 18.45% | +245.61 | #531 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 19.83%/yr, imports 10.08%/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 42022290 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 19.83% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 42022290 have grown at a compound annual rate of 19.83% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹335.66 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹993.68 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 42022290 ranked #531 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 42022290 ranks #531 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 4202, it ranks #5 of 44. By trade surplus, it ranks #1025 of 12657.

### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 42022290 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 42022290 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 67.80% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹245.61 Crore in HSN Code 42022290 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹993.68 Cr exceeded imports of ₹748.07 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹245.61 Crore — ranking #1025 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 10.08% CAGR signals rising demand for Hand-Bags with Textile or Plastic Outer Surface

India's imports under HSN Code 42022290 have grown at 10.08% CAGR, reaching ₹748.07 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 42022290 contributes 7.25% of Sub-Chapter 4202 exports — ranked #5

Among the 44 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 4202, HSN Code 42022290 ranks #5 by export value — accounting for 7.25% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 18.45% share (rank #2).

## 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](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-42022220/) | ₹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 (this hsn code) | ₹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 |