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.
What does HSN Code 52079000 not include?
Cotton Sewing Thread does not include products with the following descriptions.
Containing 85% or more by weight of cotton
Containing 85% or more by weight of cotton
India’s Trade Performance — HSN Code 52079000 in FY 2024-25
India’s Exports
FY 2024-25₹13 Cr
0.0004% of India’s total exports
India’s Imports
FY 2024-25₹2 Cr
0.0000% of India’s total imports
Trade Balance
FY 2024-25₹12 Cr
Surplus rank #3213 of 12657 HSN codes
% of Sub-Chapter 5207
FY 2024-2520.72%
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.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.