HSN Code 52042040: Cotton Sewing Thread (Non-Synthetic, Retail)

HSN Code 52042040 represents Cotton Sewing Thread (Non-Synthetic, Retail) under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Cotton Sewing Thread (Non-Synthetic, Retail) correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Code 52042040, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import/export of Cotton Sewing Thread (Non-Synthetic, Retail).

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Chapter Number	Chapter Name	Sub Chapter Number	Sub Chapter Name	Description of Goods	CGST (%)	SGST (%)	IGST (%)	CESS (%)
52	Cotton	5204	Cotton sewing thread, whether or not put up for retail sale	Put up for retail sale : Cotton sewing thread, not containing any synthetic staple fibre	2.5%	2.5%	5%	0%

Description of goods

Put up for retail sale : Cotton sewing thread, not containing any synthetic staple fibre

Chapter

52 – Cotton

Sub Chapter

5204 – Cotton sewing thread, whether or not put up for retail sale

CGST 2.5%

SGST 2.5%

IGST 5%

CESS 0%

HSN Code	Description
52041110	Not put up for retail sale : Containing 85% or more by weight of cotton : Cotton thread, sewing,containing any synthetic staple fibre
52041120	Not put up for retail sale : Containing 85% or more by weight of cotton : Cotton thread, darning
52041130	Not put up for retail sale : Containing 85% or more by weight of cotton : Embroidery cotton thread
52041140	Not put up for retail sale : Containing 85% or more by weight of cotton : Cotton sewing thread, not containing any synthetic staple fibre
52041190	Not put up for retail sale : Containing 85% or more by weight of cotton : Other
52041900	Not put up for retail sale : Other
52042010	Put up for retail sale : Cotton thread, sewing, containing any synthetic staple fibre
52042020	Put up for retail sale : Cotton thread, darning
52042030	Put up for retail sale : Embroidery cotton thread
52042090	Put up for retail sale : Other

HSN Code 52041110

Not put up for retail sale : Containing 85% or more by weight of cotton : Cotton thread, sewing,containing any synthetic staple fibre

HSN Code 52041120

Not put up for retail sale : Containing 85% or more by weight of cotton : Cotton thread, darning

HSN Code 52041130

Not put up for retail sale : Containing 85% or more by weight of cotton : Embroidery cotton thread

HSN Code 52041140

Not put up for retail sale : Containing 85% or more by weight of cotton : Cotton sewing thread, not containing any synthetic staple fibre

HSN Code 52041190

Not put up for retail sale : Containing 85% or more by weight of cotton : Other

HSN Code 52041900

Not put up for retail sale : Other

HSN Code 52042010

Put up for retail sale : Cotton thread, sewing, containing any synthetic staple fibre

HSN Code 52042020

Put up for retail sale : Cotton thread, darning

HSN Code 52042030

Put up for retail sale : Embroidery cotton thread

HSN Code 52042090

Put up for retail sale : Other

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What products are classified under HSN 52042040 ?

It includes Grey Uncombed Single Cotton Yarn ≤14 Nm

Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Cotton Sewing Thread (Non-Synthetic, Retail)?

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 Sewing Thread (Non-Synthetic, Retail)?

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.

How should mixed supplies be billed when Cotton Sewing Thread (Non-Synthetic, Retail) is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Cotton Sewing Thread (Non-Synthetic, Retail); Nil for exempt items if applicable).

How much GST applies to Cotton Sewing Thread (Non-Synthetic, Retail)?

Under HSN 52042040, Cotton Sewing Thread (Non-Synthetic, Retail) attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

Any common misclassification issue with Cotton Sewing Thread (Non-Synthetic, Retail)?

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

Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Cotton Sewing Thread (Non-Synthetic, Retail)?

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

Important Disclaimer

The above does not constitute professional advice or a formal recommendation. We recommend consulting a professional tax consultant before acting on the information contained in this piece of content.

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