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# HSN Code 52010014: Cotton, not carded or combed – Indian, 24.5 mm – 28 mm

- [Section 11: Guide to HSN Section 11](https://busy.in/hsn/section-11/)
- [Chapter 52: Cotton](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-52/)
- [Sub-chapter 5201: Cotton, combed or not](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-5201/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Cotton, not carded or combed :Indian cotton : Indian cotton of staple length over 24.5 mm (31/32”) to 28 mm | 2.5% | 2.5% | 5% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 52010014 ?

It includes Cotton, not carded or combed – Indian, 34.5 mm+

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Cotton, not carded or combed – Indian, 24.5 mm – 28 mm is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Cotton, not carded or combed – Indian, 24.5 mm – 28 mm; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

### Any common misclassification issue with Cotton, not carded or combed – Indian, 24.5 mm – 28 mm?

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

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Cotton, not carded or combed – Indian, 24.5 mm – 28 mm?

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.

### How much GST applies to Cotton, not carded or combed – Indian, 24.5 mm – 28 mm?

Under HSN 52010014, Cotton, not carded or combed – Indian, 24.5 mm – 28 mm attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Cotton, not carded or combed – Indian, 24.5 mm – 28 mm?

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

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 52010014 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹67 Cr (−12.70% YoY) — 0.0018% of India's total exports
- Imports: Nil — 0.0000% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹67 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #1926 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 5201: 1.20% of its exports; import side 0.00%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 5201: #3 of 12 by export value

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: -24.05% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #3216 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +70.50% in FY 2021-22
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 5201: 1.20% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 52010014

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. 5201 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 5201 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 349.19 | 0.0153% | — | 2.51% | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | +349.19 | #890 |
| FY 2019-20 | 95.01 | 0.0043% | −72.79% | 1.33% | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | +95.01 | #2069 |
| FY 2020-21 | 141.37 | 0.0066% | +48.79% | 1.08% | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | +141.37 | #1717 |
| FY 2021-22 | 241.03 | 0.0077% | +70.50% | 1.22% | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | +241.03 | #1478 |
| FY 2022-23 | 63.95 | 0.0018% | −73.47% | 1.19% | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | +63.95 | #3149 |
| FY 2023-24 | 76.79 | 0.0021% | +20.08% | 0.95% | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | +76.79 | #2936 |
| FY 2024-25 | 67.04 | 0.0018% | −12.70% | 1.20% | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | +67.04 | #3216 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports -24.05%/yr, imports —/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 52010014 export-import analysis

### Export decline: -24.05% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 52010014 have declined at a compound annual rate of -24.05% over 7 fiscal years, falling from ₹349.19 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹67.04 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 52010014 ranked #3216 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 52010014 ranks #3216 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 5201, it ranks #3 of 12. By trade surplus, it ranks #1926 of 12657.

### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 52010014 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 52010014 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 70.50% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹67.04 Crore in HSN Code 52010014 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹67.04 Cr exceeded imports of ₹0.00 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹67.04 Crore — ranking #1926 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### HSN Code 52010014 contributes 1.20% of Sub-Chapter 5201 exports — ranked #3

Among the 12 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 5201, HSN Code 52010014 ranks #3 by export value — accounting for 1.20% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.00% share.

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 5201

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 52010015: Cotton, not carded or combed – Indian, 28.5 mm – 34.5 mm](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-52010015/) | ₹5,172 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 52010024: Of staple length exceeding 32.0 mm](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-52010024/) | ₹195 Cr |
| #3 | HSN Code 52010014: Cotton, not carded or combed – Indian, 24.5 mm – 28 mm (this hsn code) | ₹67 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 52010012: Cotton, not carded or combed – Indian, 20.5 mm & below](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-52010012/) | ₹63 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 52010019: Cotton, not carded or combed – Indian, 34.5 mm+](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-52010019/) | ₹44 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 52010013: Cotton, not carded or combed – Indian, 20.5 mm – 24.5 mm](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-52010013/) | ₹37 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Code 52010025: Bleached Denim Fabric](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-52010025/) | ₹8 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Code 52010011: Bengal deshi cotton](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-52010011/) | ₹5 Cr |
| #9 | [HSN Code 52010021: Of staple length not exceeding 20.0 mm](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-52010021/) | < ₹1 Crore |
| #10 | [HSN Code 52010023: Of staple length exceeding 24.5 mm but not exceeding 27.0 mm](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-52010023/) | < ₹1 Crore |