HSN Code 55121110: Polyester staple fibres, unbleached

HSN Code 55121110 represents Polyester staple fibres, unbleached under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Polyester staple fibres, unbleached correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Code 55121110, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import or export of Polyester staple fibres, unbleached.

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Description of Goods for HSN Code 55121110

HSN Code 55121110 relates to the following description.

Description of Goods

Containing 85% or more by weight of polyester staple fibres : Unbleached or bleached :Unbleached

Chapter

55 - Man-made staple fibres

Sub Chapter

5512 - Woven fabrics of synthetic staple fibres, containing 85% or more by weight of synthetic staple fibres

CGST

2.5%

SGST

2.5%

IGST

5%

CESS

0%

What does HSN Code 55121110 not include?

Polyester staple fibres, unbleached does not include products with the following descriptions.

Containing 85% or more by weight of polyester staple fibres : Unbleached or bleached :Bleached

Containing 85% or more by weight of polyester staple fibres : Other : Printed

Containing 85% or more by weight of polyester staple fibres : Other : Other

Containing 85% or more by weight of acrylic or modacrylic staple fibres : Unbleached or bleached : Unbleached

Containing 85% or more by weight of acrylic or modacrylic staple fibres : Unbleached or bleached : Bleached

Containing 85% or more by weight of acrylic or modacrylic staple fibres : Other : Dyed

Containing 85% or more by weight of acrylic or modacrylic staple fibres : Other : Printed

Containing 85% or more by weight of acrylic or modacrylic staple fibres : Other : Other

India’s Trade Performance — HSN Code 55121110 in FY 2024-25

TradeStat EIDB — Ministry of Commerce & Industry FY 2018-19–FY 2024-25 Values in ₹ Crore

India’s Exports

FY 2024-25

₹23 Cr

+6.14% vs FY 2023-24

0.0006% of India’s total exports

India’s Imports

FY 2024-25

₹4 Cr

+90.13% vs FY 2023-24

0.0001% of India’s total imports

Trade Balance

FY 2024-25

₹19 Cr

Trade Surplus

Surplus rank #2883 of 12657 HSN codes

% of Sub-Chapter 5512

FY 2024-25

6.76%

Share of Sub-Chapter 5512’s total exports in FY 2024-25

Import side: 1.88% of Sub-Chapter 5512’s imports

Rank Within Sub-Chapter 5512

FY 2024-25

#3 of 15

Position by export value among HSN codes in Sub-Chapter 5512

Import-side rank: #8 of 15

At a glance

12.67%

Export CAGR

FY 2018-19 → FY 2024-25 · 7 fiscal years

#4688

National Export Rank

of 12657 HSN codes by export value, FY 2024-25

+135.62%

Peak Growth Year

FY 2021-22 · strongest single-year move

6.76%

Contribution to Sub-Ch. 5512

Share of Sub-Chapter 5512 exports in FY 2024-25

India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Code 55121110

7-year export and import data, FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, in ₹ Crore. Source: Ministry of Commerce & Industry, TradeStat EIDB.

FY 2018-19 Exp. Rank #4869

Balance

+7.63

Exports

11.15 ₹ Cr

0.0005% share

YoY

8.63% of Sub-Ch. 5512

Imports

3.52 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

YoY

2.36% of Sub-Ch. 5512

FY 2019-20 Exp. Rank #4584

Balance

+11.74

Exports

13.99 ₹ Cr

0.0006% share

+25.47% YoY

9.53% of Sub-Ch. 5512

Imports

2.25 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

−36.08% YoY

1.34% of Sub-Ch. 5512

FY 2020-21 Exp. Rank #4668

Balance

+13.54

Exports

14.01 ₹ Cr

0.0007% share

+0.14% YoY

11.32% of Sub-Ch. 5512

Imports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−79.11% YoY

0.39% of Sub-Ch. 5512

FY 2021-22 Exp. Rank #3923

Balance

+31.44

Exports

33.01 ₹ Cr

0.0011% share

+135.62% YoY

11.88% of Sub-Ch. 5512

Imports

1.57 ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

+234.04% YoY

0.76% of Sub-Ch. 5512

FY 2022-23 Exp. Rank #3988

Balance

+31.55

Exports

33.95 ₹ Cr

0.0009% share

+2.85% YoY

7.32% of Sub-Ch. 5512

Imports

2.40 ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

+52.87% YoY

0.99% of Sub-Ch. 5512

FY 2023-24 Exp. Rank #4676

Balance

+19.26

Exports

21.49 ₹ Cr

0.0006% share

−36.70% YoY

4.80% of Sub-Ch. 5512

Imports

2.23 ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−7.08% YoY

0.92% of Sub-Ch. 5512

FY 2024-25 Exp. Rank #4688

Balance

+18.57

Exports

22.81 ₹ Cr

0.0006% share

+6.14% YoY

6.76% of Sub-Ch. 5512

Imports

4.24 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

+90.13% YoY

1.88% of Sub-Ch. 5512

CAGR · 7-Year

Exports

12.67% /yr

Imports

3.15% /yr

Consistently Surplus
Sub-Chapter 5512 total

reference, FY 2024-25

Export

₹337.43 Cr

Import

₹225.48 Cr

Trade Balance

+111.95

Peak export growth year Latest available data Not available YoY = change vs previous FY

Key Trade Insights: HSN Code 55121110 Export-Import Analysis

Consistent Export Growth: 12.67% CAGR Over 7 Years

India's exports under HSN Code 55121110 have grown at a compound annual rate of 12.67% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹11.15 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹22.81 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Code 55121110 Ranked #4688 Among All 12657 HSN codes by Export Value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 55121110 ranks #4688 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 5512, it ranks #3 of 15. By trade surplus, it ranks #2883 of 12657.

FY 2021-22 Was the Strongest Growth Year for HSN Code 55121110 Exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 55121110 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 135.62% over the prior year.

India Maintains a Trade Surplus of ₹18.57 Crore in HSN Code 55121110 Goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹22.81 Cr exceeded imports of ₹4.24 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹18.57 Crore — ranking #2883 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

Import Growth of 3.15% CAGR Signals Stable Import Dependency for Polyester staple fibres, unbleached

India's imports under HSN Code 55121110 have grown at 3.15% CAGR, reaching ₹4.24 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Code 55121110 Contributes 6.76% of Sub-Chapter 5512 Exports — Ranked #3

Among the 15 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 5512, HSN Code 55121110 ranks #3 by export value — accounting for 6.76% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 1.88% share (rank #8).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common queries about HSN Code 55121110 and GST compliance.

What products are classified under HSN 55121110 ?

It includes Polyester staple fibres, dyed

Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Polyester staple fibres, unbleached?

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 Polyester staple fibres, unbleached?

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.

Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Polyester staple fibres, unbleached?

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

How should mixed supplies be billed when Polyester staple fibres, unbleached is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Polyester staple fibres, unbleached; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

How much GST applies to Polyester staple fibres, unbleached?

Under HSN 55121110, Polyester staple fibres, unbleached attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

Important Disclaimer

The above does not constitute professional advice or a formal recommendation. We recommend consulting a professional tax consultant before acting on the information contained in this piece of content.