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# HSN Code 58081010: Cotton Braids (In the Piece)

- [Section 11: Guide to HSN Section 11](https://busy.in/hsn/section-11/)
- [Chapter 58: Special Woven Fabrics, Lace & Embroidery](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-58/)
- [Sub-chapter 5808: Braids, Ornamental Trimmings, Tassels](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-5808/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Braids, in the piece : Of cotton | 6% | 6% | 12% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 58081010 ?

It includes Other | Hair Band Of Narrow Fabrics

### How much GST applies to Cotton Braids (In the Piece)?

Under HSN 58081010, Cotton Braids (In the Piece) attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Cotton Braids (In the Piece)?

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

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Cotton Braids (In the Piece)?

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.

### Any common misclassification issue with Cotton Braids (In the Piece)?

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 Cotton Braids (In the Piece)?

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 Cotton Braids (In the Piece) is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Cotton Braids (In the Piece); Nil for exempt items if applicable).

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 58081010 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹7 Cr (+17.09% YoY) — 0.0002% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹2 Cr (+37.50% YoY) — 0.0000% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹5 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #3757 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 5808: 5.98% of its exports; import side 1.65%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 5808: #4 of 9 by export value; import-side #4

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 10.71% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #6253 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +30.00% in FY 2023-24
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 5808: 5.98% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 58081010

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. 5808 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 5808 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 3.72 | 0.0002% | — | 3.90% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 0.71% | +2.79 | #6222 |
| FY 2019-20 | 3.94 | 0.0002% | +5.91% | 2.94% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −43.01% | 0.36% | +3.41 | #6138 |
| FY 2020-21 | 3.90 | 0.0002% | −1.02% | 2.35% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −62.26% | 0.14% | +3.70 | #6231 |
| FY 2021-22 | 4.62 | 0.0001% | +18.46% | 2.31% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +65.00% | 0.14% | +4.29 | #6446 |
| FY 2022-23 | 4.50 | 0.0001% | −2.60% | 3.32% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +157.58% | 0.43% | +3.65 | #6565 |
| FY 2023-24 | 5.85 | 0.0002% | +30.00% | 5.14% | 1.60 | 0.0000% | +88.24% | 1.09% | +4.25 | #6388 |
| FY 2024-25 | 6.85 | 0.0002% | +17.09% | 5.98% | 2.20 | 0.0000% | +37.50% | 1.65% | +4.65 | #6253 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 10.71%/yr, imports 15.43%/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 58081010 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 10.71% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 58081010 have grown at a compound annual rate of 10.71% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹3.72 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹6.85 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 58081010 ranked #6253 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 58081010 ranks #6253 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 5808, it ranks #4 of 9. By trade surplus, it ranks #3757 of 12657.

### FY 2023-24 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 58081010 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 58081010 was recorded in FY 2023-24, when exports surged by 30.00% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹4.65 Crore in HSN Code 58081010 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹6.85 Cr exceeded imports of ₹2.20 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹4.65 Crore — ranking #3757 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 15.43% CAGR signals rising demand for Cotton Braids (In the Piece)

India's imports under HSN Code 58081010 have grown at 15.43% CAGR, reaching ₹2.20 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 58081010 contributes 5.98% of Sub-Chapter 5808 exports — ranked #4

Among the 9 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 5808, HSN Code 58081010 ranks #4 by export value — accounting for 5.98% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 1.65% share (rank #4).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 5808

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 58081090: Other Braids (In the Piece)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-58081090/) | ₹51 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 58089090: Braids, trimmings, tassels, pompons, non-embroidered \| Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-58089090/) | ₹37 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 58089010: Other \| Tapes, Ornamental Or Cotton](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-58089010/) | ₹9 Cr |
| #4 | HSN Code 58081010: Cotton Braids (In the Piece) (this hsn code) | ₹7 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 58089050: Saree falls, borders: Cotton](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-58089050/) | ₹7 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 58089020: Other \| Hair Band Of Narrow Fabrics](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-58089020/) | ₹2 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Code 58089040: Rayon ribbons](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-58089040/) | < ₹1 Crore |
| #8 | [HSN Code 58089030: Other \| Other Braids](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-58089030/) | < ₹1 Crore |
| #9 | [HSN Code 58089060: Dyed Woven Fabrics of Manmade Filaments: Other Types](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-58089060/) | < ₹1 Crore |