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# HSN Code 55161300: Artificial staple fibres, yarns of different colours

- [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 : Of yarns of different colours | 2.5% | 2.5% | 5% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 55161300 ?

It includes Spun rayon printed linen

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Artificial staple fibres, yarns of different colours?

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, yarns of different colours?

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 should mixed supplies be billed when Artificial staple fibres, yarns of different colours 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, yarns of different colours; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

### How much GST applies to Artificial staple fibres, yarns of different colours?

Under HSN 55161300, Artificial staple fibres, yarns of different colours attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Artificial staple fibres, yarns of different colours?

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 55161300 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹8 Cr (−50.56% YoY) — 0.0002% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹18 Cr (+94.32% YoY) — 0.0003% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹10 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #9079 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 5516: 1.57% of its exports; import side 9.18%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 5516: #10 of 27 by export value; import-side #5

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 0.12% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #5990 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +179.12% in FY 2023-24
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 5516: 1.57% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 55161300

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 | 8.40 | 0.0004% | — | 1.78% | 23.80 | 0.0007% | — | 6.39% | −15.40 | #5208 |
| FY 2019-20 | 6.59 | 0.0003% | −21.55% | 1.54% | 24.54 | 0.0007% | +3.11% | 5.45% | −17.95 | #5512 |
| FY 2020-21 | 8.05 | 0.0004% | +22.15% | 2.05% | 12.16 | 0.0004% | −50.45% | 3.83% | −4.11 | #5359 |
| FY 2021-22 | 12.34 | 0.0004% | +53.29% | 1.89% | 12.05 | 0.0003% | −0.90% | 3.43% | +0.29 | #5212 |
| FY 2022-23 | 6.13 | 0.0002% | −50.32% | 1.01% | 17.81 | 0.0003% | +47.80% | 10.16% | −11.68 | #6230 |
| FY 2023-24 | 17.11 | 0.0005% | +179.12% | 2.62% | 9.51 | 0.0002% | −46.60% | 5.75% | +7.60 | #4976 |
| FY 2024-25 | 8.46 | 0.0002% | −50.56% | 1.57% | 18.48 | 0.0003% | +94.32% | 9.18% | −10.02 | #5990 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 0.12%/yr, imports -4.13%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 55161300 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 0.12% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 55161300 have grown at a compound annual rate of 0.12% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹8.40 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹8.46 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 55161300 ranked #5990 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 55161300 ranks #5990 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 5516, it ranks #10 of 27. By trade surplus, it ranks #9079 of 12657.

### FY 2023-24 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 55161300 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 55161300 was recorded in FY 2023-24, when exports surged by 179.12% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹10.02 Crore in HSN Code 55161300 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹18.48 Cr exceeded exports of ₹8.46 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹10.02 Crore — ranking #9079 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of -4.13% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Artificial staple fibres, yarns of different colours

India's imports under HSN Code 55161300 have grown at -4.13% CAGR, reaching ₹18.48 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 55161300 contributes 1.57% of Sub-Chapter 5516 exports — ranked #10

Among the 27 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 5516, HSN Code 55161300 ranks #10 by export value — accounting for 1.57% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 9.18% share (rank #5).

## 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 (this hsn code) | ₹8 Cr |