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# HSN Code 55081000: Of synthetic staple fibres

- [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 5508: Fresh onions & garlic](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-5508/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Of synthetic staple fibres | 6% | 6% | 12% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 55081000 ?

It includes Single Yarn (≥85% Nylon/Polyamide Staple Fibres)

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Of synthetic staple fibres?

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

### Any common misclassification issue with Of synthetic staple fibres?

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 Of synthetic staple fibres?

Under HSN 55081000, Of synthetic staple fibres attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Of synthetic staple fibres?

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.

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Of synthetic staple fibres?

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.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 55081000 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹51 Cr (+35.03% YoY) — 0.0014% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹10 Cr (−35.55% YoY) — 0.0002% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹41 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #2298 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 5508: 97.73% of its exports; import side 89.98%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 5508: #1 of 2 by export value; import-side #1

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: -0.36% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #3613 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +35.03% in FY 2024-25
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 5508: 97.73% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 55081000

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. 5508 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 5508 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 51.88 | 0.0023% | — | 99.01% | 12.63 | 0.0004% | — | 85.80% | +39.25 | #2805 |
| FY 2019-20 | 45.49 | 0.0021% | −12.32% | 97.74% | 14.21 | 0.0004% | +12.51% | 92.57% | +31.28 | #3023 |
| FY 2020-21 | 51.26 | 0.0024% | +12.68% | 98.79% | 9.90 | 0.0003% | −30.33% | 90.33% | +41.36 | #2891 |
| FY 2021-22 | 67.17 | 0.0021% | +31.04% | 98.16% | 11.62 | 0.0003% | +17.37% | 91.21% | +55.55 | #2937 |
| FY 2022-23 | 47.36 | 0.0013% | −29.49% | 98.24% | 12.39 | 0.0002% | +6.63% | 80.77% | +34.97 | #3554 |
| FY 2023-24 | 37.60 | 0.0010% | −20.61% | 98.61% | 14.91 | 0.0003% | +20.34% | 90.36% | +22.69 | #3930 |
| FY 2024-25 | 50.77 | 0.0014% | +35.03% | 97.73% | 9.61 | 0.0002% | −35.55% | 89.98% | +41.16 | #3613 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports -0.36%/yr, imports -4.45%/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 55081000 export-import analysis

### Export decline: -0.36% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 55081000 have declined at a compound annual rate of -0.36% over 7 fiscal years, falling from ₹51.88 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹50.77 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 55081000 ranked #3613 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 55081000 ranks #3613 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 5508, it ranks #1 of 2. By trade surplus, it ranks #2298 of 12657.

### FY 2024-25 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 55081000 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 55081000 was recorded in FY 2024-25, when exports surged by 35.03% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹41.16 Crore in HSN Code 55081000 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹50.77 Cr exceeded imports of ₹9.61 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹41.16 Crore — ranking #2298 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of -4.45% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Of synthetic staple fibres

India's imports under HSN Code 55081000 have grown at -4.45% CAGR, reaching ₹9.61 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 55081000 contributes 97.73% of Sub-Chapter 5508 exports — ranked #1

Among the 2 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 5508, HSN Code 55081000 ranks #1 by export value — accounting for 97.73% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 89.98% share (rank #1).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 5508

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | HSN Code 55081000: Of synthetic staple fibres (this hsn code) | ₹51 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 55082000: Of artificial staple fibres](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-55082000/) | ₹1 Cr |