HSN Code 52079000: Cotton Sewing Thread

HSN Code 52079000 represents Cotton Sewing Thread under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Cotton Sewing Thread correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Code 52079000, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import or export of Cotton Sewing Thread.

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Description of Goods for HSN Code 52079000

HSN Code 52079000 relates to the following description.

Description of Goods

Other

Chapter

52 - Cotton

Sub Chapter

5207 - Cotton yarn (other than sewing thread) put up for retail sale

CGST

2.5%

SGST

2.5%

IGST

5%

CESS

0%

What does HSN Code 52079000 not include?

Cotton Sewing Thread does not include products with the following descriptions.

India’s Trade Performance — HSN Code 52079000 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

₹13 Cr

+2.35% vs FY 2023-24

0.0004% of India’s total exports

India’s Imports

FY 2024-25

₹2 Cr

+81.11% vs FY 2023-24

0.0000% of India’s total imports

Trade Balance

FY 2024-25

₹12 Cr

Trade Surplus

Surplus rank #3213 of 12657 HSN codes

% of Sub-Chapter 5207

FY 2024-25

20.72%

Share of Sub-Chapter 5207’s total exports in FY 2024-25

Import side: 94.77% of Sub-Chapter 5207’s imports

Rank Within Sub-Chapter 5207

FY 2024-25

#2 of 2

Position by export value among HSN codes in Sub-Chapter 5207

Import-side rank: #1 of 2

At a glance

13.88%

Export CAGR

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

#5408

National Export Rank

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

+165.81%

Peak Growth Year

FY 2020-21 · strongest single-year move

20.72%

Contribution to Sub-Ch. 5207

Share of Sub-Chapter 5207 exports in FY 2024-25

India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Code 52079000

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 #5599

Balance

+5.56

Exports

6.18 ₹ Cr

0.0003% share

YoY

53.83% of Sub-Ch. 5207

Imports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

YoY

56.88% of Sub-Ch. 5207

FY 2019-20 Exp. Rank #6767

Balance

+0.38

Exports

2.34 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

−62.14% YoY

27.73% of Sub-Ch. 5207

Imports

1.96 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

+216.13% YoY

95.15% of Sub-Ch. 5207

FY 2020-21 Exp. Rank #5657

Balance

+3.03

Exports

6.22 ₹ Cr

0.0003% share

+165.81% YoY

51.45% of Sub-Ch. 5207

Imports

3.19 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

+62.76% YoY

95.22% of Sub-Ch. 5207

FY 2021-22 Exp. Rank #6325

Balance

+3.46

Exports

5.09 ₹ Cr

0.0002% share

−18.17% YoY

47.66% of Sub-Ch. 5207

Imports

1.63 ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−48.90% YoY

90.06% of Sub-Ch. 5207

FY 2022-23 Exp. Rank #5835

Balance

+7.79

Exports

8.52 ₹ Cr

0.0002% share

+67.39% YoY

59.04% of Sub-Ch. 5207

Imports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−55.21% YoY

93.59% of Sub-Ch. 5207

FY 2023-24 Exp. Rank #5353

Balance

+12.27

Exports

13.17 ₹ Cr

0.0004% share

+54.58% YoY

30.26% of Sub-Ch. 5207

Imports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

+23.29% YoY

84.11% of Sub-Ch. 5207

FY 2024-25 Exp. Rank #5408

Balance

+11.85

Exports

13.48 ₹ Cr

0.0004% share

+2.35% YoY

20.72% of Sub-Ch. 5207

Imports

1.63 ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

+81.11% YoY

94.77% of Sub-Ch. 5207

CAGR · 7-Year

Exports

13.88% /yr

Imports

17.48% /yr

Consistently Surplus
Sub-Chapter 5207 total

reference, FY 2024-25

Export

₹65.07 Cr

Import

₹1.72 Cr

Trade Balance

+63.35

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

Key Trade Insights: HSN Code 52079000 Export-Import Analysis

Consistent Export Growth: 13.88% CAGR Over 7 Years

India's exports under HSN Code 52079000 have grown at a compound annual rate of 13.88% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹6.18 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹13.48 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Code 52079000 Ranked #5408 Among All 12657 HSN codes by Export Value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 52079000 ranks #5408 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 5207, it ranks #2 of 2. By trade surplus, it ranks #3213 of 12657.

FY 2020-21 Was the Strongest Growth Year for HSN Code 52079000 Exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 52079000 was recorded in FY 2020-21, when exports surged by 165.81% over the prior year.

India Maintains a Trade Surplus of ₹11.85 Crore in HSN Code 52079000 Goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹13.48 Cr exceeded imports of ₹1.63 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹11.85 Crore — ranking #3213 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

Import Growth of 17.48% CAGR Signals Rising Demand for Cotton Sewing Thread

India's imports under HSN Code 52079000 have grown at 17.48% CAGR, reaching ₹1.63 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Code 52079000 Contributes 20.72% of Sub-Chapter 5207 Exports — Ranked #2

Among the 2 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 5207, HSN Code 52079000 ranks #2 by export value — accounting for 20.72% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 94.77% share (rank #1).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common queries about HSN Code 52079000 and GST compliance.

What products are classified under HSN 52079000 ?

It includes Unbleached saree fabric

Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Cotton Sewing Thread?

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 should mixed supplies be billed when Cotton Sewing Thread 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; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Cotton Sewing Thread?

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 much GST applies to Cotton Sewing Thread?

Under HSN 52079000, Cotton Sewing Thread attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

Any common misclassification issue with Cotton Sewing Thread?

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

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.