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# HSN Code 52091190: Unbleached | Plain Weave

- [Section 11: Guide to HSN Section 11](https://busy.in/hsn/section-11/)
- [Chapter 52: Cotton](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-52/)
- [Sub-chapter 5209: Cotton fabrics over 85% cotton](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-5209/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Unbleached : Plain weave : Other | 2.5% | 2.5% | 5% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 52091190 ?

It includes Shirting Fabrics (Unbleached Twill)

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Unbleached / Plain Weave is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Unbleached / Plain Weave; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Unbleached / Plain Weave?

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.

### Any common misclassification issue with Unbleached / Plain Weave?

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

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Unbleached / Plain Weave?

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 Unbleached / Plain Weave?

Under HSN 52091190, Unbleached / Plain Weave attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 52091190 (FY 2024-25)

Source: TradeStat EIDB, Ministry of Commerce & Industry. Values in ₹ Crore (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25).

- Exports: ₹203 Cr (−18.56% YoY) — 0.0055% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹5 Cr (+29.41% YoY) — 0.0001% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹198 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #1156 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 5209: 4.97% of its exports; import side 2.10%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 5209: #4 of 76 by export value; import-side #7

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 2.00% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #1824 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +52.60% in FY 2021-22
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 5209: 4.97% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 52091190

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

| FY | Exports (₹ Cr) | Exp share | Exp YoY | Exp % of Sub-Ch. 5209 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 5209 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 180.60 | 0.0079% | — | 5.54% | 2.58 | 0.0001% | — | 0.66% | +178.02 | #1415 |
| FY 2019-20 | 153.13 | 0.0070% | −15.21% | 4.73% | 10.22 | 0.0003% | +296.12% | 3.09% | +142.91 | #1570 |
| FY 2020-21 | 165.34 | 0.0077% | +7.97% | 5.88% | 4.24 | 0.0001% | −58.51% | 2.27% | +161.10 | #1561 |
| FY 2021-22 | 252.31 | 0.0080% | +52.60% | 5.03% | 2.43 | 0.0001% | −42.69% | 0.82% | +249.88 | #1431 |
| FY 2022-23 | 244.43 | 0.0068% | −3.12% | 6.58% | 7.85 | 0.0001% | +223.05% | 2.62% | +236.58 | #1527 |
| FY 2023-24 | 249.74 | 0.0069% | +2.17% | 7.47% | 3.91 | 0.0001% | −50.19% | 1.53% | +245.83 | #1557 |
| FY 2024-25 | 203.38 | 0.0055% | −18.56% | 4.97% | 5.06 | 0.0001% | +29.41% | 2.10% | +198.32 | #1824 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 2.00%/yr, imports 11.88%/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 52091190 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 2.00% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 52091190 have grown at a compound annual rate of 2.00% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹180.60 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹203.38 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 52091190 ranked #1824 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 52091190 ranks #1824 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 5209, it ranks #4 of 76. By trade surplus, it ranks #1156 of 12657.

### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 52091190 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 52091190 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 52.60% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹198.32 Crore in HSN Code 52091190 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹203.38 Cr exceeded imports of ₹5.06 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹198.32 Crore — ranking #1156 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 11.88% CAGR signals rising demand for Unbleached | Plain Weave

India's imports under HSN Code 52091190 have grown at 11.88% CAGR, reaching ₹5.06 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 52091190 contributes 4.97% of Sub-Chapter 5209 exports — ranked #4

Among the 76 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 5209, HSN Code 52091190 ranks #4 by export value — accounting for 4.97% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 2.10% share (rank #7).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 5209

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 52094200: Of Yarns Of Different Colours \| Denim](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-52094200/) | ₹2,124 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 52091290: Unbleached : 3-thread or 4-thread twill, including cross twill : Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-52091290/) | ₹554 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 52093290: Dyed 3-thread/4-thread twill](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-52093290/) | ₹431 Cr |
| #4 | HSN Code 52091190: Unbleached \| Plain Weave (this hsn code) | ₹203 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 52093190: Dyed plain weave fabric (Other)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-52093190/) | ₹189 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 52093990: Dyed: Textile blends](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-52093990/) | ₹104 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Code 52092290: Bleached Twill: 3/4-thread, Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-52092290/) | ₹87 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Code 52091900: Unbleached \| Other Fabrics](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-52091900/) | ₹49 Cr |
| #9 | [HSN Code 52093210: Dyed shirting fabrics](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-52093210/) | ₹43 Cr |
| #10 | [HSN Code 52094390: Other Cotton Woven Fabrics](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-52094390/) | ₹40 Cr |