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# HSN Code 55096100: Synthetic Filament Yarns of Polyesters

- [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 |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Other yarn, of acrylic or modacrylic staple fibres : Mixed mainly or solely with wool or fine animal hair | 6% | 6% | 12% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 55096100 ?

It includes Acrylic staple fibres: Other

### Any common misclassification issue with Synthetic Filament Yarns of Polyesters?

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 Synthetic Filament Yarns of Polyesters is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Synthetic Filament Yarns of Polyesters; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

### How much GST applies to Synthetic Filament Yarns of Polyesters?

Under HSN 55096100, Synthetic Filament Yarns of Polyesters attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Synthetic Filament Yarns of Polyesters?

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.

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Synthetic Filament Yarns of Polyesters?

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

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Synthetic Filament Yarns of Polyesters?

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 55096100 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹12 Cr (−19.51% YoY) — 0.0003% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹7 Cr (+40.78% YoY) — 0.0001% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹5 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #3696 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 5509: 0.34% of its exports; import side 0.45%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 5509: #12 of 26 by export value; import-side #15

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 4.28% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #5527 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +54.23% in FY 2021-22
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 5509: 0.34% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 55096100

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 | 9.66 | 0.0004% | — | 0.24% | 1.25 | 0.0000% | — | 0.10% | +8.41 | #5023 |
| FY 2019-20 | 10.08 | 0.0005% | +4.35% | 0.31% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −88.00% | 0.01% | +9.93 | #5002 |
| FY 2020-21 | 7.45 | 0.0003% | −26.09% | 0.27% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −80.00% | 0.00% | +7.42 | #5441 |
| FY 2021-22 | 11.49 | 0.0004% | +54.23% | 0.24% | 2.94 | 0.0001% | +9,700.00% | 0.16% | +8.55 | #5303 |
| FY 2022-23 | 11.43 | 0.0003% | −0.52% | 0.26% | 2.88 | 0.0001% | −2.04% | 0.14% | +8.55 | #5440 |
| FY 2023-24 | 15.43 | 0.0004% | +35.00% | 0.42% | 5.10 | 0.0001% | +77.08% | 0.32% | +10.33 | #5128 |
| FY 2024-25 | 12.42 | 0.0003% | −19.51% | 0.34% | 7.18 | 0.0001% | +40.78% | 0.45% | +5.24 | #5527 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 4.28%/yr, imports 33.82%/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 55096100 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 4.28% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 55096100 have grown at a compound annual rate of 4.28% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹9.66 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹12.42 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 55096100 ranked #5527 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 55096100 ranks #5527 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 5509, it ranks #12 of 26. By trade surplus, it ranks #3696 of 12657.

### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 55096100 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 55096100 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 54.23% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹5.24 Crore in HSN Code 55096100 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹12.42 Cr exceeded imports of ₹7.18 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹5.24 Crore — ranking #3696 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 33.82% CAGR signals rising demand for Synthetic Filament Yarns of Polyesters

India's imports under HSN Code 55096100 have grown at 33.82% CAGR, reaching ₹7.18 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 55096100 contributes 0.34% of Sub-Chapter 5509 exports — ranked #12

Among the 26 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 5509, HSN Code 55096100 ranks #12 by export value — accounting for 0.34% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.45% share (rank #15).

## 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 |
| #12 | HSN Code 55096100: Synthetic Filament Yarns of Polyesters (this hsn code) | ₹12 Cr |