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# HSN Code 55029010: Viscose rayon tow

- [Section 11: Guide to HSN Section 11](https://busy.in/hsn/section-11/)
- [Chapter 55: Man-made staple fibres](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-55/)
- [Sub-chapter 5502: Artificial filament tow](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-5502/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Artificial filament tow : Other: Viscose rayon tow | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 55029010 ?

It includes Aramid Flame Retardant Fibre Yarns

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Viscose rayon tow?

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 much GST applies to Viscose rayon tow?

Under HSN 55029010, Viscose rayon tow attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Viscose rayon tow?

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

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Viscose rayon tow?

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.

### Any common misclassification issue with Viscose rayon tow?

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

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 55029010 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: Nil — 0.0000% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹9 Cr (+71.05% YoY) — 0.0001% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹9 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #9012 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 5502: 0.00% of its exports; import side 1.18%

### Key metrics

- Peak growth year: −93.10% in FY 2021-22
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 5502: 0.00% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 55029010

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. 5502 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 5502 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 0.05% | −0.14 | — |
| FY 2019-20 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | — | 3.98 | 0.0001% | +2,742.86% | 1.44% | −3.98 | — |
| FY 2020-21 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 100.00% | 3.68 | 0.0001% | −7.54% | 1.37% | −3.39 | #8627 |
| FY 2021-22 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −93.10% | 100.00% | 4.02 | 0.0001% | +9.24% | 1.47% | −4.00 | #10058 |
| FY 2022-23 | Nil | 0.0000% | −100.00% | 0.00% | 4.64 | 0.0001% | +15.42% | 0.91% | −4.64 | — |
| FY 2023-24 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | 5.32 | 0.0001% | +14.66% | 0.70% | −5.32 | — |
| FY 2024-25 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | 9.10 | 0.0001% | +71.05% | 1.18% | −9.10 | — |

- CAGR (7-year): exports —/yr, imports 100.52%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 55029010 export-import analysis

### Export snapshot for HSN Code 55029010

India exported ₹0.00 Crore worth of Viscose rayon tow in FY 2024-25. Multi-year trend data is being compiled for this hsn code.

### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 55029010 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 55029010 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports declined by 93.10% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹9.10 Crore in HSN Code 55029010 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹9.10 Cr exceeded exports of ₹0.00 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹9.10 Crore — ranking #9012 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 100.52% CAGR signals rising demand for Viscose rayon tow

India's imports under HSN Code 55029010 have grown at 100.52% CAGR, reaching ₹9.10 Crore in FY 2024-25.

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 5502

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 55021010: Viscose rayon tow, artificial filament tow](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-55021010/) | ₹10 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 55021090: Artificial filament tow: Cellulose acetate](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-55021090/) | < ₹1 Crore |
| #3 | [HSN Code 55029090: Artificial Filament Tow (Other)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-55029090/) | < ₹1 Crore |
| — | HSN Code 55029010: Viscose rayon tow (this hsn code) | Nil |
| — | [HSN Code 55020010: Viscose Rayon Filament Tow](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-55020010/) | — |
| — | [HSN Code 55020020: Artificial filament tow – artificial filament tow : other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-55020020/) | — |
| — | [HSN Code 55020090: Nylon Polyamide Staple Fibres Not Carded](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-55020090/) | — |