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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 or export of Cotton Sewing Thread (Non-Synthetic, Retail).
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Description of Goods for HSN Code 52042040
HSN Code 52042040 relates to the following description.
What does HSN Code 52042040 not include?
Cotton Sewing Thread (Non-Synthetic, Retail) does not include products with the following descriptions.
Not put up for retail sale : Containing 85% or more by weight of cotton : Cotton thread, sewing,containing any synthetic staple fibre
Not put up for retail sale : Containing 85% or more by weight of cotton : Cotton thread, darning
Not put up for retail sale : Containing 85% or more by weight of cotton : Embroidery cotton thread
Not put up for retail sale : Containing 85% or more by weight of cotton : Cotton sewing thread, not containing any synthetic staple fibre
Not put up for retail sale : Containing 85% or more by weight of cotton : Other
Not put up for retail sale : Other
Put up for retail sale : Cotton thread, sewing, containing any synthetic staple fibre
Put up for retail sale : Cotton thread, darning
Put up for retail sale : Embroidery cotton thread
Put up for retail sale : Other
Not put up for retail sale : Containing 85% or more by weight of cotton : Cotton thread, sewing,containing any synthetic staple fibre
Not put up for retail sale : Containing 85% or more by weight of cotton : Cotton thread, darning
Not put up for retail sale : Containing 85% or more by weight of cotton : Embroidery cotton thread
Not put up for retail sale : Containing 85% or more by weight of cotton : Cotton sewing thread, not containing any synthetic staple fibre
Not put up for retail sale : Containing 85% or more by weight of cotton : Other
Not put up for retail sale : Other
Put up for retail sale : Cotton thread, sewing, containing any synthetic staple fibre
Put up for retail sale : Cotton thread, darning
Put up for retail sale : Embroidery cotton thread
Put up for retail sale : Other
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India’s Trade Performance — HSN Code 52042040 in FY 2025-26
India’s Exports
FY 2025-26₹3 Cr
0.0001% of India’s total exports
India’s Imports
FY 2025-26< ₹1 Crore
0.0000% of India’s total imports
Trade Balance
FY 2025-26₹2 Cr
Surplus rank #4229 of 12872 HSN codes
% of Sub-Chapter 5204
FY 2025-262.38%
Share of Sub-Chapter 5204’s total exports in FY 2025-26
Import side: 5.05% of Sub-Chapter 5204’s imports
Rank Within Sub-Chapter 5204
FY 2025-26#6 of 11
Position by export value among HSN codes in Sub-Chapter 5204
Import-side rank: #5 of 11
At a glance
−7.27%
Export CAGR
FY 2018-19 → FY 2025-26 · 8 fiscal years
#7508
National Export Rank
of 12872 HSN codes by export value, FY 2025-26
+1,707.14%
Peak Growth Year
FY 2025-26 · strongest single-year move
2.38%
Contribution to Sub-Ch. 5204
Share of Sub-Chapter 5204 exports in FY 2025-26
India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Code 52042040
8-year export and import data, FY 2018-19 to FY 2025-26, in ₹ Crore. Source: Ministry of Commerce & Industry, TradeStat EIDB.
Balance
+4.29
Exports
4.29 ₹ Cr
0.0002% share
— YoY
4.11% of Sub-Ch. 5204
Imports
Nil ₹ Cr
0.0000% share
— YoY
0.00% of Sub-Ch. 5204
Balance
+1.20
Exports
1.20 ₹ Cr
0.0001% share
−72.03% YoY
1.22% of Sub-Ch. 5204
Imports
Nil ₹ Cr
0.0000% share
— YoY
0.00% of Sub-Ch. 5204
Balance
+1.67
Exports
1.67 ₹ Cr
0.0001% share
+39.17% YoY
1.41% of Sub-Ch. 5204
Imports
Nil ₹ Cr
0.0000% share
— YoY
0.00% of Sub-Ch. 5204
Balance
+0.22
Exports
< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr
0.0000% share
−86.83% YoY
0.15% of Sub-Ch. 5204
Imports
Nil ₹ Cr
0.0000% share
— YoY
0.00% of Sub-Ch. 5204
Balance
+0.14
Exports
< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr
0.0000% share
−36.36% YoY
0.13% of Sub-Ch. 5204
Imports
Nil ₹ Cr
0.0000% share
— YoY
0.00% of Sub-Ch. 5204
Balance
+0.13
Exports
< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr
0.0000% share
−7.14% YoY
0.13% of Sub-Ch. 5204
Imports
Nil ₹ Cr
0.0000% share
— YoY
0.00% of Sub-Ch. 5204
Balance
0.00
Exports
< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr
0.0000% share
+7.69% YoY
0.14% of Sub-Ch. 5204
Imports
< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr
0.0000% share
— YoY
3.80% of Sub-Ch. 5204
Balance
+2.34
Exports
2.53 ₹ Cr
0.0001% share
+1,707.14% YoY
2.38% of Sub-Ch. 5204
Imports
< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr
0.0000% share
+35.71% YoY
5.05% of Sub-Ch. 5204
CAGR · 8-Year
Exports
−7.27% /yr
Imports
—
reference, FY 2025-26
Export
₹106.17 Cr
Import
₹3.76 Cr
Trade Balance
+102.41
Key Trade Insights: HSN Code 52042040 Export-Import Analysis
Export Decline: −7.27% CAGR Over 8 Years
India's exports under HSN Code 52042040 have declined at a compound annual rate of −7.27% over 8 fiscal years, falling from ₹4.29 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹2.53 Crore in FY 2025-26.
HSN Code 52042040 Ranked #7508 Among All 12872 HSN codes by Export Value
In FY 2025-26, HSN Code 52042040 ranks #7508 out of 12872 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 5204, it ranks #6 of 11. By trade surplus, it ranks #4229 of 12872.
FY 2025-26 Was the Strongest Growth Year for HSN Code 52042040 Exports
The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 52042040 was recorded in FY 2025-26, when exports surged by 1,707.14% over the prior year.
India Maintains a Trade Surplus of ₹2.34 Crore in HSN Code 52042040 Goods
In FY 2025-26, India's exports of ₹2.53 Cr exceeded imports of ₹0.19 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹2.34 Crore — ranking #4229 of 12872 by surplus magnitude.
HSN Code 52042040 Contributes 2.38% of Sub-Chapter 5204 Exports — Ranked #6
Among the 11 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 5204, HSN Code 52042040 ranks #6 by export value — accounting for 2.38% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2025-26. On the import side, it holds 5.05% share (rank #5).
Frequently Asked Questions
Clear answers to common queries about HSN Code 52042040 and GST compliance.
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.