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# HSN Code 55161120: Artificial staple fibres, bleached

- [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 5516: Artificial staple fibres](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-5516/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Containing 85% or more by weight of artificial staple fibres : Unbleached or bleached : Bleached | 2.5% | 2.5% | 5% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 55161120 ?

It includes Artificial staple fibres, yarns of different colours

### Any common misclassification issue with Artificial staple fibres, bleached?

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

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Artificial staple fibres, bleached?

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 Artificial staple fibres, bleached?

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 Artificial staple fibres, bleached?

Under HSN 55161120, Artificial staple fibres, bleached attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Artificial staple fibres, bleached is sold with other items?

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

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Artificial staple fibres, bleached?

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

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 55161120 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹3 Cr (−49.42% YoY) — 0.0001% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹5 Cr (−44.27% YoY) — 0.0001% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹2 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #8103 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 5516: 0.56% of its exports; import side 2.32%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 5516: #14 of 27 by export value; import-side #12

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: -19.20% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #7188 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +367.13% in FY 2021-22
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 5516: 0.56% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 55161120

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. 5516 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 5516 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 10.89 | 0.0005% | — | 2.31% | 2.35 | 0.0001% | — | 0.63% | +8.54 | #4901 |
| FY 2019-20 | 6.79 | 0.0003% | −37.65% | 1.59% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −80.00% | 0.10% | +6.32 | #5482 |
| FY 2020-21 | 1.43 | 0.0001% | −78.94% | 0.36% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +95.74% | 0.29% | +0.51 | #7336 |
| FY 2021-22 | 6.68 | 0.0002% | +367.13% | 1.02% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −65.22% | 0.09% | +6.36 | #6001 |
| FY 2022-23 | 8.17 | 0.0002% | +22.31% | 1.35% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +190.63% | 0.53% | +7.24 | #5889 |
| FY 2023-24 | 5.99 | 0.0002% | −26.68% | 0.92% | 8.38 | 0.0001% | +801.08% | 5.06% | −2.39 | #6361 |
| FY 2024-25 | 3.03 | 0.0001% | −49.42% | 0.56% | 4.67 | 0.0001% | −44.27% | 2.32% | −1.64 | #7188 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports -19.20%/yr, imports 12.13%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 55161120 export-import analysis

### Export decline: -19.20% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 55161120 have declined at a compound annual rate of -19.20% over 7 fiscal years, falling from ₹10.89 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹3.03 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 55161120 ranked #7188 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 55161120 ranks #7188 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 5516, it ranks #14 of 27. By trade surplus, it ranks #8103 of 12657.

### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 55161120 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 55161120 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 367.13% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹1.64 Crore in HSN Code 55161120 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹4.67 Cr exceeded exports of ₹3.03 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹1.64 Crore — ranking #8103 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 12.13% CAGR signals rising demand for Artificial staple fibres, bleached

India's imports under HSN Code 55161120 have grown at 12.13% CAGR, reaching ₹4.67 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 55161120 contributes 0.56% of Sub-Chapter 5516 exports — ranked #14

Among the 27 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 5516, HSN Code 55161120 ranks #14 by export value — accounting for 0.56% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 2.32% share (rank #12).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 5516

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 55161110: Artificial staple fibres, unbleached](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-55161110/) | ₹175 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 55161490: Dyed artificial staple fibres](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-55161490/) | ₹92 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 55161200: Dyed artificial staple fibres](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-55161200/) | ₹91 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 55169200: Other : Dyed](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-55169200/) | ₹52 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 55162200: Dyed Artificial Staple Fibre with Manmade Filaments](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-55162200/) | ₹31 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 55169300: Other : Of yarns of different colours](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-55169300/) | ₹19 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Code 55161410: Spun rayon printed shantung](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-55161410/) | ₹16 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Code 55169400: Other \| Printed](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-55169400/) | ₹14 Cr |
| #9 | [HSN Code 55164110: Unbleached Artificial Staple Fibre with Cotton (<85%)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-55164110/) | ₹13 Cr |
| #10 | [HSN Code 55161300: Artificial staple fibres, yarns of different colours](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-55161300/) | ₹8 Cr |
| #14 | HSN Code 55161120: Artificial staple fibres, bleached (this hsn code) | ₹3 Cr |