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.

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%

What does HSN Code 52042040 not include?

Cotton Sewing Thread (Non-Synthetic, Retail) does not include products with the following descriptions.

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 52042010

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

India’s Trade Performance — HSN Code 52042040 in FY 2024-25

TradeStat EIDB — Ministry of Commerce & Industry FY 2018-19–FY 2024-25 Values in ₹ Crore

India’s Exports

FY 2024-25

< ₹1 Crore

+7.69% vs FY 2023-24

0.0000% of India’s total exports

India’s Imports

FY 2024-25

< ₹1 Crore

First year of recorded data

0.0000% of India’s total imports

Trade Balance

FY 2024-25

Nil

Balanced Trade

Surplus rank #5711 of 12657 HSN codes

% of Sub-Chapter 5204

FY 2024-25

0.14%

Share of Sub-Chapter 5204’s total exports in FY 2024-25

Import side: 3.80% of Sub-Chapter 5204’s imports

Rank Within Sub-Chapter 5204

FY 2024-25

#8 of 11

Position by export value among HSN codes in Sub-Chapter 5204

Import-side rank: #7 of 11

At a glance

−43.47%

Export CAGR

FY 2018-19 → FY 2024-25 · 7 fiscal years

#9607

National Export Rank

of 12657 HSN codes by export value, FY 2024-25

+39.17%

Peak Growth Year

FY 2020-21 · strongest single-year move

0.14%

Contribution to Sub-Ch. 5204

Share of Sub-Chapter 5204 exports in FY 2024-25

India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Code 52042040

7-year export and import data, FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, in ₹ Crore. Source: Ministry of Commerce & Industry, TradeStat EIDB.

FY 2018-19 Exp. Rank #6057

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

FY 2019-20 Exp. Rank #7425

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

FY 2020-21 Exp. Rank #7184

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

FY 2021-22 Exp. Rank #9149

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

FY 2022-23 Exp. Rank #9481

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

FY 2023-24 Exp. Rank #9670

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

FY 2024-25 Exp. Rank #9607

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

CAGR · 7-Year

Exports

−43.47% /yr

Imports

—

Consistently Neutral
Sub-Chapter 5204 total

reference, FY 2024-25

Export

₹100.72 Cr

Import

₹3.68 Cr

Trade Balance

+97.04

Peak export growth year Latest available data Not available YoY = change vs previous FY

Key Trade Insights: HSN Code 52042040 Export-Import Analysis

Export Decline: −43.47% CAGR Over 7 Years

India's exports under HSN Code 52042040 have declined at a compound annual rate of −43.47% over 7 fiscal years, falling from ₹4.29 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹0.14 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Code 52042040 Ranked #9607 Among All 12657 HSN codes by Export Value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 52042040 ranks #9607 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 5204, it ranks #8 of 11. By trade surplus, it ranks #5711 of 12657.

FY 2020-21 Was the Strongest Growth Year for HSN Code 52042040 Exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 52042040 was recorded in FY 2020-21, when exports surged by 39.17% over the prior year.

India Maintains a Trade Surplus of ₹0.00 Crore in HSN Code 52042040 Goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹0.14 Cr exceeded imports of ₹0.14 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹0.00 Crore — ranking #5711 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

HSN Code 52042040 Contributes 0.14% of Sub-Chapter 5204 Exports — Ranked #8

Among the 11 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 5204, HSN Code 52042040 ranks #8 by export value — accounting for 0.14% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 3.80% share (rank #7).

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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.

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.