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# HSN Code 52105990: Printed | Other Fabrics

- [Section 11: Guide to HSN Section 11](https://busy.in/hsn/section-11/)
- [Chapter 52: Cotton](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-52/)
- [Sub-chapter 5210: Cotton Woven Fabrics](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-5210/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Printed : Other fabrics : Other | 2.5% | 2.5% | 5% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 52105990 ?

It includes Unbleached | Plain Weave

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Printed / Other Fabrics?

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 Printed / Other Fabrics?

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

### How much GST applies to Printed / Other Fabrics?

Under HSN 52105990, Printed / Other Fabrics attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Printed / Other Fabrics?

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 Printed / Other Fabrics is sold with other items?

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

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Printed / Other Fabrics?

If your outward supply is taxable, eligible ITC is available subject to general restrictions. For exempt/Nil supplies, reverse credit per Rule 42.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 52105990 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹32 Cr (+72.93% YoY) — 0.0009% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹4 Cr (+43.02% YoY) — 0.0001% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹29 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #2567 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 5210: 5.03% of its exports; import side 2.72%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 5210: #7 of 62 by export value; import-side #10

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 25.78% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #4218 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +150.12% in FY 2021-22
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 5210: 5.03% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 52105990

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. 5210 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 5210 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 8.18 | 0.0004% | — | 2.71% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 0.58% | +7.54 | #5240 |
| FY 2019-20 | 11.80 | 0.0005% | +44.25% | 3.90% | 1.47 | 0.0000% | +129.69% | 1.29% | +10.33 | #4787 |
| FY 2020-21 | 20.29 | 0.0009% | +71.95% | 6.89% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −36.73% | 1.17% | +19.36 | #4157 |
| FY 2021-22 | 50.75 | 0.0016% | +150.12% | 8.70% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −65.59% | 0.28% | +50.43 | #3342 |
| FY 2022-23 | 43.18 | 0.0012% | −14.92% | 5.69% | 2.77 | 0.0000% | +765.63% | 1.98% | +40.41 | #3674 |
| FY 2023-24 | 18.73 | 0.0005% | −56.62% | 3.50% | 2.65 | 0.0000% | −4.33% | 2.03% | +16.08 | #4859 |
| FY 2024-25 | 32.39 | 0.0009% | +72.93% | 5.03% | 3.79 | 0.0001% | +43.02% | 2.72% | +28.60 | #4218 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 25.78%/yr, imports 34.51%/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 52105990 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 25.78% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 52105990 have grown at a compound annual rate of 25.78% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹8.18 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹32.39 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 52105990 ranked #4218 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 52105990 ranks #4218 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 5210, it ranks #7 of 62. By trade surplus, it ranks #2567 of 12657.

### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 52105990 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 52105990 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 150.12% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹28.60 Crore in HSN Code 52105990 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹32.39 Cr exceeded imports of ₹3.79 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹28.60 Crore — ranking #2567 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 34.51% CAGR signals rising demand for Printed | Other Fabrics

India's imports under HSN Code 52105990 have grown at 34.51% CAGR, reaching ₹3.79 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 52105990 contributes 5.03% of Sub-Chapter 5210 exports — ranked #7

Among the 62 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 5210, HSN Code 52105990 ranks #7 by export value — accounting for 5.03% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 2.72% share (rank #10).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 5210

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 52103110: Dyed: Plain weave shirting](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-52103110/) | ₹103 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 52103290: Twill fabric](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-52103290/) | ₹101 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 52103190: Dyed: Plain weave textile (Other)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-52103190/) | ₹96 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 52104990: Fabrics of different colours: Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-52104990/) | ₹72 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 52101190: Unbleached \| Plain Weave](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-52101190/) | ₹46 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 52104190: Plain weave, other colors](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-52104190/) | ₹45 Cr |
| #7 | HSN Code 52105990: Printed \| Other Fabrics (this hsn code) | ₹32 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Code 52101110: Unbleached : Plain weave : Shirting fabrics](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-52101110/) | ₹24 Cr |
| #9 | [HSN Code 52103990: Dyed: Mixed fiber fabrics](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-52103990/) | ₹18 Cr |
| #10 | [HSN Code 52105190: Printed \| Plain Weave](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-52105190/) | ₹16 Cr |