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# HSN Code 55091100: Single Yarn (≥85% Nylon/Polyamide 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 5509: Synthetic fiber yarn](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-5509/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Containing 85% or more by weight of staple fibres of nylon or other polyamides : Single yarn | 6% | 6% | 12% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 55091100 ?

It includes Polyester staple fibres, single yarn

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Single Yarn (≥85% Nylon/Polyamide 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 Single Yarn (≥85% Nylon/Polyamide 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 should mixed supplies be billed when Single Yarn (≥85% Nylon/Polyamide Staple Fibres) is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Single Yarn (≥85% Nylon/Polyamide Staple Fibres); Nil for exempt items if applicable).

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Single Yarn (≥85% Nylon/Polyamide 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.

### How much GST applies to Single Yarn (≥85% Nylon/Polyamide Staple Fibres)?

Under HSN 55091100, Single Yarn (≥85% Nylon/Polyamide Staple Fibres) attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 55091100 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹7 Cr (+8.27% YoY) — 0.0002% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹6 Cr (−21.49% YoY) — 0.0001% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹1 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #4474 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 5509: 0.19% of its exports; import side 0.36%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 5509: #14 of 26 by export value; import-side #16

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: -0.70% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #6237 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +81.11% in FY 2021-22
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 5509: 0.19% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 55091100

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. 5509 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 5509 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 7.24 | 0.0003% | — | 0.18% | 5.44 | 0.0002% | — | 0.43% | +1.80 | #5401 |
| FY 2019-20 | 7.00 | 0.0003% | −3.31% | 0.21% | 8.47 | 0.0003% | +55.70% | 0.64% | −1.47 | #5447 |
| FY 2020-21 | 4.13 | 0.0002% | −41.00% | 0.15% | 11.56 | 0.0004% | +36.48% | 0.87% | −7.43 | #6153 |
| FY 2021-22 | 7.48 | 0.0002% | +81.11% | 0.16% | 14.19 | 0.0003% | +22.75% | 0.79% | −6.71 | #5863 |
| FY 2022-23 | 5.10 | 0.0001% | −31.82% | 0.12% | 26.77 | 0.0005% | +88.65% | 1.29% | −21.67 | #6433 |
| FY 2023-24 | 6.41 | 0.0002% | +25.69% | 0.17% | 7.40 | 0.0001% | −72.36% | 0.47% | −0.99 | #6264 |
| FY 2024-25 | 6.94 | 0.0002% | +8.27% | 0.19% | 5.81 | 0.0001% | −21.49% | 0.36% | +1.13 | #6237 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports -0.70%/yr, imports 1.10%/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 55091100 export-import analysis

### Export decline: -0.70% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 55091100 have declined at a compound annual rate of -0.70% over 7 fiscal years, falling from ₹7.24 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹6.94 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 55091100 ranked #6237 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 55091100 ranks #6237 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 5509, it ranks #14 of 26. By trade surplus, it ranks #4474 of 12657.

### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 55091100 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 55091100 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 81.11% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹1.13 Crore in HSN Code 55091100 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹6.94 Cr exceeded imports of ₹5.81 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹1.13 Crore — ranking #4474 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 1.10% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Single Yarn (≥85% Nylon/Polyamide Staple Fibres)

India's imports under HSN Code 55091100 have grown at 1.10% CAGR, reaching ₹5.81 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 55091100 contributes 0.19% of Sub-Chapter 5509 exports — ranked #14

Among the 26 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 5509, HSN Code 55091100 ranks #14 by export value — accounting for 0.19% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.36% share (rank #16).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 5509

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 55095300: Polyester Staple Fibre Yarn Mixed Mainly or Solely with Cotton](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-55095300/) | ₹1,564 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 55095100: Polyester Staple Fibre Yarn (Mixed with Artificial Staple Fibres)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-55095100/) | ₹740 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 55092200: Multiple/Cabled Yarn (≥85% Polyester Staple Fibres)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-55092200/) | ₹358 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 55092100: Polyester staple fibres, single yarn](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-55092100/) | ₹283 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 55093200: Synthetic Filament Yarns of Polyamides](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-55093200/) | ₹283 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 55095200: Polyester Staple Fibre Yarn (Mixed with Wool/Fine Animal Hair)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-55095200/) | ₹127 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Code 55095900: Other yarn, of polyester staple fibres : Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-55095900/) | ₹80 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Code 55096900: Acrylic staple fibres: Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-55096900/) | ₹62 Cr |
| #9 | [HSN Code 55093100: Single Yarn (≥85% Acrylic/Modacrylic Staple Fibres)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-55093100/) | ₹55 Cr |
| #10 | [HSN Code 55096200: Acrylic/Modacrylic Staple Fibre Yarn (Mixed with Cotton)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-55096200/) | ₹48 Cr |
| #14 | HSN Code 55091100: Single Yarn (≥85% Nylon/Polyamide Staple Fibres) (this hsn code) | ₹7 Cr |