HSN Code 55131220: Bleached Polyester Twill

HSN Code 55131220 represents Bleached Polyester Twill under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Bleached Polyester Twill correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Code 55131220, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import or export of Bleached Polyester Twill.

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Description of Goods for HSN Code 55131220

HSN Code 55131220 relates to the following description.

Description of Goods

Unbleached or bleached : 3-thread or 4-thread twill, including cross twill, of polyester staple fibres : Bleached

Chapter

55 - Man-made staple fibres

Sub Chapter

5513 - Woven fabrics of synthetic staple fibres, containing less than 85% by weight of such fibres, mixed mainly or solely with cotton, of a weight not exceeding 170 g/m2

CGST

2.5%

SGST

2.5%

IGST

5%

CESS

0%

What does HSN Code 55131220 not include?

Bleached Polyester Twill does not include products with the following descriptions.

Unbleached or bleached : Of polyester staple fibres, plain weave : Unbleached

Unbleached or bleached : Of polyester staple fibres, plain weave : Bleached

Unbleached or bleached : 3-thread or 4-thread twill, including cross twill, of polyester staple fibres : Unbleached

Unbleached or bleached : Other woven fabrics of polyester staple fibres : Unbleached

Unbleached or bleached : Other woven fabrics of polyester staple fibres : Bleached

Woven fabrics of synthetic staple fibres, containing less than 85% by weight of such fibres, mixed mainly or solely with cotton, of a weight not exceeding 170 g/m2 - dyed : 3-thread or 4-thread twill, including cross twill, of polyester staple fibres

Woven fabrics of synthetic staple fibres, containing less than 85% by weight of such fibres, mixed mainly or solely with cotton, of a weight not exceeding 170 g/m2 - of yarns of different colours : 3-thread or 4-thread twill, including cross twill, of polyester staple fibres

Woven fabrics of synthetic staple fibres, containing less than 85% by weight of such fibres, mixed mainly or solely with cotton, of a weight not exceeding 170 g/m2 - of yarns of different colours : other woven fabrics of polyester staple fibres

Woven fabrics of synthetic staple fibres, containing less than 85% by weight of such fibres, mixed mainly or solely with cotton, of a weight not exceeding 170 g/m2 - printed : 3-thread or 4-thread twill, including cross twill, of polyester staple fibres

Woven fabrics of synthetic staple fibres, containing less than 85% by weight of such fibres, mixed mainly or solely with cotton, of a weight not exceeding 170 g/m2 - printed : other woven fabrics of polyester staple fibres

India’s Trade Performance — HSN Code 55131220 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

₹1 Cr

−74.88% vs FY 2023-24

0.0000% of India’s total exports

India’s Imports

FY 2024-25

₹2 Cr

+83.17% vs FY 2023-24

0.0000% of India’s total imports

Trade Balance

FY 2024-25

−< ₹1 Crore

Trade Deficit

Surplus rank #7847 of 12657 HSN codes

% of Sub-Chapter 5513

FY 2024-25

0.27%

Share of Sub-Chapter 5513’s total exports in FY 2024-25

Import side: 3.20% of Sub-Chapter 5513’s imports

Rank Within Sub-Chapter 5513

FY 2024-25

#14 of 20

Position by export value among HSN codes in Sub-Chapter 5513

Import-side rank: #6 of 20

At a glance

8.77%

Export CAGR

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

#8239

National Export Rank

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

+298.02%

Peak Growth Year

FY 2023-24 · strongest single-year move

0.27%

Contribution to Sub-Ch. 5513

Share of Sub-Chapter 5513 exports in FY 2024-25

India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Code 55131220

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 #8028

Balance

+0.44

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

YoY

0.19% of Sub-Ch. 5513

Imports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

YoY

0.68% of Sub-Ch. 5513

FY 2019-20 Exp. Rank #8115

Balance

+0.56

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−8.20% YoY

0.16% of Sub-Ch. 5513

Imports

Nil ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−100.00% YoY

0.00% of Sub-Ch. 5513

FY 2020-21 Exp. Rank #8507

Balance

+0.29

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−39.29% YoY

0.19% of Sub-Ch. 5513

Imports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

YoY

0.12% of Sub-Ch. 5513

FY 2021-22 Exp. Rank #9011

Balance

+0.26

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−20.59% YoY

0.09% of Sub-Ch. 5513

Imports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−80.00% YoY

0.02% of Sub-Ch. 5513

FY 2022-23 Exp. Rank #8094

Balance

+0.96

Exports

1.01 ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

+274.07% YoY

0.23% of Sub-Ch. 5513

Imports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

+400.00% YoY

0.09% of Sub-Ch. 5513

FY 2023-24 Exp. Rank #6834

Balance

+3.01

Exports

4.02 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

+298.02% YoY

0.92% of Sub-Ch. 5513

Imports

1.01 ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

+1,920.00% YoY

1.89% of Sub-Ch. 5513

FY 2024-25 Exp. Rank #8239

Balance

−0.84

Exports

1.01 ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−74.88% YoY

0.27% of Sub-Ch. 5513

Imports

1.85 ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

+83.17% YoY

3.20% of Sub-Ch. 5513

CAGR · 7-Year

Exports

8.77% /yr

Imports

48.86% /yr

Consistently Deficit
Sub-Chapter 5513 total

reference, FY 2024-25

Export

₹379.37 Cr

Import

₹57.78 Cr

Trade Balance

+321.59

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

Key Trade Insights: HSN Code 55131220 Export-Import Analysis

Consistent Export Growth: 8.77% CAGR Over 7 Years

India's exports under HSN Code 55131220 have grown at a compound annual rate of 8.77% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹0.61 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹1.01 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Code 55131220 Ranked #8239 Among All 12657 HSN codes by Export Value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 55131220 ranks #8239 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 5513, it ranks #14 of 20. By trade surplus, it ranks #7847 of 12657.

FY 2023-24 Was the Strongest Growth Year for HSN Code 55131220 Exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 55131220 was recorded in FY 2023-24, when exports surged by 298.02% over the prior year.

India Records a Trade Deficit of ₹0.84 Crore in HSN Code 55131220 Goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹1.85 Cr exceeded exports of ₹1.01 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹0.84 Crore — ranking #7847 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

Import Growth of 48.86% CAGR Signals Rising Demand for Bleached Polyester Twill

India's imports under HSN Code 55131220 have grown at 48.86% CAGR, reaching ₹1.85 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Code 55131220 Contributes 0.27% of Sub-Chapter 5513 Exports — Ranked #14

Among the 20 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 5513, HSN Code 55131220 ranks #14 by export value — accounting for 0.27% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 3.20% share (rank #6).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common queries about HSN Code 55131220 and GST compliance.

What products are classified under HSN 55131220 ?

It includes Bleached Polyester Staple Fibre Woven Fabrics

Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Bleached Polyester Twill?

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.

How should mixed supplies be billed when Bleached Polyester Twill is sold with other items?

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

Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Bleached Polyester Twill?

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 Bleached Polyester Twill?

Under HSN 55131220, Bleached Polyester Twill attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Bleached Polyester Twill?

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 Bleached Polyester Twill?

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

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.