HSN Code 55161120: Artificial staple fibres, bleached

HSN Code 55161120 represents Artificial staple fibres, bleached under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Artificial staple fibres, bleached correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Code 55161120, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import or export of Artificial staple fibres, bleached.

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Description of Goods for HSN Code 55161120

HSN Code 55161120 relates to the following description.

Description of Goods

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

Chapter

55 - Man-made staple fibres

Sub Chapter

5516 - Woven fabrics of artificial staple fibres

CGST

2.5%

SGST

2.5%

IGST

5%

CESS

0%

What does HSN Code 55161120 not include?

Artificial staple fibres, bleached does not include products with the following descriptions.

HSN Code 55161110

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

HSN Code 55161300

Containing 85% or more by weight of artificial staple fibres : Of yarns of different colours

HSN Code 55161410

Containing 85% or more by weight of artificial staple fibres : Printed : Spun rayon printed shantung

HSN Code 55161420

Containing 85% or more by weight of artificial staple fibres : Spun rayon printed linen

HSN Code 55162110

Containing less than 85% by weight of artificial staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with manmade filaments : Unbleached or bleached : Unbleached

HSN Code 55162120

Containing less than 85% by weight of artificial staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with manmade filaments : Unbleached or bleached : Bleached

HSN Code 55162200

Containing less than 85% by weight of artificial staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with manmade filaments : Dyed

HSN Code 55162300

Containing less than 85% by weight of artificial staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with manmade filaments : Of yarns of different colours

HSN Code 55162400

Containing less than 85% by weight of artificial staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with manmade filaments : Printed

HSN Code 55163110

Containing less than 85% by weight of artificial staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with wool or fine animal hair :Unbleached or bleached : Unbleached

HSN Code 55163120

Containing less than 85% by weight of artificial staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with wool or fine animal hair :Unbleached or bleached : Bleached

HSN Code 55163200

Containing less than 85% by weight of artificial staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with wool or fine animal hair :Dyed

HSN Code 55163300

Containing less than 85% by weight of artificial staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with wool or fine animal hair : Of yarns of different colours

HSN Code 55163400

Containing less than 85% by weight of artificial staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with wool or fine animal hair : Printed

HSN Code 55164110

Containing less than 85% by weight of artificial staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with cotton : Unbleached or bleached : Unbleached

HSN Code 55164120

Containing less than 85% by weight of artificial staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with cotton : Unbleached or bleached : Bleached

HSN Code 55164200

Containing less than 85% by weight of artificial staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with cotton : Dyed

HSN Code 55164300

Containing less than 85% by weight of artificial staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with cotton : Of yarns of different colours

HSN Code 55164400

Containing less than 85% by weight of artificial staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with cotton : Printed

India’s Trade Performance — HSN Code 55161120 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

₹3 Cr

−49.42% vs FY 2023-24

0.0001% of India’s total exports

India’s Imports

FY 2024-25

₹5 Cr

−44.27% vs FY 2023-24

0.0001% of India’s total imports

Trade Balance

FY 2024-25

−₹2 Cr

Trade Deficit

Surplus rank #8103 of 12657 HSN codes

% of Sub-Chapter 5516

FY 2024-25

0.56%

Share of Sub-Chapter 5516’s total exports in FY 2024-25

Import side: 2.32% of Sub-Chapter 5516’s imports

Rank Within Sub-Chapter 5516

FY 2024-25

#14 of 27

Position by export value among HSN codes in Sub-Chapter 5516

Import-side rank: #12 of 27

At a glance

−19.20%

Export CAGR

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

#7188

National Export Rank

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

+367.13%

Peak Growth Year

FY 2021-22 · strongest single-year move

0.56%

Contribution to Sub-Ch. 5516

Share of Sub-Chapter 5516 exports in FY 2024-25

India Export-Import Trade Statistics for 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 2018-19 Exp. Rank #4901

Balance

+8.54

Exports

10.89 ₹ Cr

0.0005% share

— YoY

2.31% of Sub-Ch. 5516

Imports

2.35 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

— YoY

0.63% of Sub-Ch. 5516

FY 2019-20 Exp. Rank #5482

Balance

+6.32

Exports

6.79 ₹ Cr

0.0003% share

−37.65% YoY

1.59% of Sub-Ch. 5516

Imports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−80.00% YoY

0.10% of Sub-Ch. 5516

FY 2020-21 Exp. Rank #7336

Balance

+0.51

Exports

1.43 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

−78.94% YoY

0.36% of Sub-Ch. 5516

Imports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

+95.74% YoY

0.29% of Sub-Ch. 5516

FY 2021-22 Exp. Rank #6001

Balance

+6.36

Exports

6.68 ₹ Cr

0.0002% share

+367.13% YoY

1.02% of Sub-Ch. 5516

Imports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−65.22% YoY

0.09% of Sub-Ch. 5516

FY 2022-23 Exp. Rank #5889

Balance

+7.24

Exports

8.17 ₹ Cr

0.0002% share

+22.31% YoY

1.35% of Sub-Ch. 5516

Imports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

+190.63% YoY

0.53% of Sub-Ch. 5516

FY 2023-24 Exp. Rank #6361

Balance

−2.39

Exports

5.99 ₹ Cr

0.0002% share

−26.68% YoY

0.92% of Sub-Ch. 5516

Imports

8.38 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

+801.08% YoY

5.06% of Sub-Ch. 5516

FY 2024-25 Exp. Rank #7188

Balance

−1.64

Exports

3.03 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

−49.42% YoY

0.56% of Sub-Ch. 5516

Imports

4.67 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

−44.27% YoY

2.32% of Sub-Ch. 5516

CAGR · 7-Year

Exports

−19.20% /yr

Imports

12.13% /yr

Consistently Deficit
Sub-Chapter 5516 total

reference, FY 2024-25

Export

₹539.96 Cr

Import

₹201.33 Cr

Trade Balance

+338.63

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

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).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common queries about HSN Code 55161120 and GST compliance.

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.

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.