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HSN Code 52030000: Cotton, Carded or Combed
HSN Code 52030000 represents Cotton, Carded or Combed under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Cotton, Carded or Combed correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Code 52030000, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import or export of Cotton, Carded or Combed.
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Description of Goods for HSN Code 52030000
HSN Code 52030000 relates to the following description.
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India’s Trade Performance — HSN Code 52030000 in FY 2025-26
India’s Exports
FY 2025-26₹707 Cr
0.0181% of India’s total exports
India’s Imports
FY 2025-26₹13 Cr
0.0002% of India’s total imports
Trade Balance
FY 2025-26₹694 Cr
Surplus rank #523 of 12872 HSN codes
% of Sub-Chapter 5203
FY 2025-26100.00%
Share of Sub-Chapter 5203’s total exports in FY 2025-26
Import side: 100.00% of Sub-Chapter 5203’s imports
Rank Within Sub-Chapter 5203
FY 2025-26#1 of 1
Position by export value among HSN codes in Sub-Chapter 5203
Import-side rank: #1 of 1
At a glance
57.52%
Export CAGR
FY 2018-19 → FY 2025-26 · 8 fiscal years
#823
National Export Rank
of 12872 HSN codes by export value, FY 2025-26
+203.02%
Peak Growth Year
FY 2020-21 · strongest single-year move
100.00%
Contribution to Sub-Ch. 5203
Share of Sub-Chapter 5203 exports in FY 2025-26
India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Code 52030000
8-year export and import data, FY 2018-19 to FY 2025-26, in ₹ Crore. Source: Ministry of Commerce & Industry, TradeStat EIDB.
Balance
+24.16
Exports
29.36 ₹ Cr
0.0013% share
— YoY
100.00% of Sub-Ch. 5203
Imports
5.20 ₹ Cr
0.0001% share
— YoY
100.00% of Sub-Ch. 5203
Balance
+51.62
Exports
54.91 ₹ Cr
0.0025% share
+87.02% YoY
100.00% of Sub-Ch. 5203
Imports
3.29 ₹ Cr
0.0001% share
−36.73% YoY
100.00% of Sub-Ch. 5203
Balance
+161.25
Exports
166.39 ₹ Cr
0.0077% share
+203.02% YoY
100.00% of Sub-Ch. 5203
Imports
5.14 ₹ Cr
0.0002% share
+56.23% YoY
100.00% of Sub-Ch. 5203
Balance
+441.56
Exports
446.26 ₹ Cr
0.0142% share
+168.20% YoY
100.00% of Sub-Ch. 5203
Imports
4.70 ₹ Cr
0.0001% share
−8.56% YoY
100.00% of Sub-Ch. 5203
Balance
+348.05
Exports
358.06 ₹ Cr
0.0099% share
−19.76% YoY
100.00% of Sub-Ch. 5203
Imports
10.01 ₹ Cr
0.0002% share
+112.98% YoY
100.00% of Sub-Ch. 5203
Balance
+479.93
Exports
489.90 ₹ Cr
0.0135% share
+36.82% YoY
100.00% of Sub-Ch. 5203
Imports
9.97 ₹ Cr
0.0002% share
−0.40% YoY
100.00% of Sub-Ch. 5203
Balance
+578.74
Exports
587.68 ₹ Cr
0.0160% share
+19.96% YoY
100.00% of Sub-Ch. 5203
Imports
8.94 ₹ Cr
0.0001% share
−10.33% YoY
100.00% of Sub-Ch. 5203
Balance
+693.76
Exports
706.63 ₹ Cr
0.0181% share
+20.24% YoY
100.00% of Sub-Ch. 5203
Imports
12.87 ₹ Cr
0.0002% share
+43.96% YoY
100.00% of Sub-Ch. 5203
CAGR · 8-Year
Exports
57.52% /yr
Imports
13.82% /yr
reference, FY 2025-26
Export
₹706.63 Cr
Import
₹12.87 Cr
Trade Balance
+693.76
Key Trade Insights: HSN Code 52030000 Export-Import Analysis
Consistent Export Growth: 57.52% CAGR Over 8 Years
India's exports under HSN Code 52030000 have grown at a compound annual rate of 57.52% over 8 fiscal years, rising from ₹29.36 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹706.63 Crore in FY 2025-26.
HSN Code 52030000 Ranked #823 Among All 12872 HSN codes by Export Value
In FY 2025-26, HSN Code 52030000 ranks #823 out of 12872 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 5203, it ranks #1 of 1. By trade surplus, it ranks #523 of 12872.
FY 2020-21 Was the Strongest Growth Year for HSN Code 52030000 Exports
The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 52030000 was recorded in FY 2020-21, when exports surged by 203.02% over the prior year.
India Maintains a Trade Surplus of ₹693.76 Crore in HSN Code 52030000 Goods
In FY 2025-26, India's exports of ₹706.63 Cr exceeded imports of ₹12.87 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹693.76 Crore — ranking #523 of 12872 by surplus magnitude.
Import Growth of 13.82% CAGR Signals Rising Demand for Cotton, Carded or Combed
India's imports under HSN Code 52030000 have grown at 13.82% CAGR, reaching ₹12.87 Crore in FY 2025-26.
HSN Code 52030000 Contributes 100.00% of Sub-Chapter 5203 Exports — Ranked #1
Among the 1 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 5203, HSN Code 52030000 ranks #1 by export value — accounting for 100.00% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2025-26. On the import side, it holds 100.00% share (rank #1).
Frequently Asked Questions
Clear answers to common queries about HSN Code 52030000 and GST compliance.
What products are classified under HSN 52030000 ?
It includes Cotton Thread, Darning (Non-Retail)
Any common misclassification issue with Cotton, Carded or Combed?
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, Carded or Combed?
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 Cotton, Carded or Combed?
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.
Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Cotton, Carded or Combed?
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 Cotton, Carded or Combed?
Under HSN 52030000, Cotton, Carded or Combed attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.