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# HSN Sub-chapter 0502: Brush making hair & waste

Pigs', hogs' or boars' bristles and hair; badger hair and other brush making hair; waste of such bristles or hair

Part of [Chapter 05: Other Products of Animal Origin](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-05/).

- Current GST rate: 5%
- Earlier GST rate: 5%

## HSN codes

| Code | Title |
| --- | --- |
| 05021010 | [Pig Bristles/Hair](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-05021010/) |
| 05021020 | [Pig Bristle/Hair Waste](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-05021020/) |
| 05029010 | [Other : Badger hair and other brush making hair](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-05029010/) |
| 05029020 | [Other \|Yak Tail Hair](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-05029020/) |
| 05029090 | [Brush-Making Hair and Animal Waste \| Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-05029090/) |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 0502

It includes Brush making hair & waste

### What are the e‑way bill and e‑invoice points while moving Brush making hair & waste?

Generate an e‑way bill when the consignment value exceeds ₹50,000, unless exempted for the transaction. E‑invoicing depends on turnover (AATO threshold as notified) for B2B supplies, not on the item itself.

### How should I document Brush making hair & waste sent for job work?

Use a delivery challan for sending Brush making hair & waste to the job worker. Declare movement in your records and reconcile when the goods return. If the job worker raises a service invoice, classify it under SAC; your goods remain under the original HSN.

### Is the composition scheme suitable if I mainly trade Brush making hair & waste?

The composition scheme is optional for eligible small suppliers of goods. You cannot issue tax invoices or collect tax under composition. Check turnover limits and exclusions; evaluate margins and ITC loss before opting in.

### What misclassification mistakes happen with Brush making hair & waste?

Using a broad or incorrect HSN, ignoring material/form (e.g., raw vs processed), or mixing goods and services on one line. Always match wording to the HSN Notes and keep a classification working paper.

### Does MRP, weight or pack size change GST treatment for Brush making hair & waste?

Some entries use MRP/weight‑based conditions for classification. Keep pack size, retail marking and brand status on records and invoice to support the chosen HSN.

### Can reverse charge ever apply to transactions involving Brush making hair & waste?

Reverse charge in goods is notified only for specific categories. Most regular B2B sales of Brush making hair & waste are forward charge. Check the current notifications for any special cases before deciding.

## India's trade performance: HSN Sub-Chapter 0502 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹8 Cr (+54.78% YoY) — 0.0002% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹7 Cr (−24.72% YoY) — 0.0001% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹2 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #501 of 1233 sub-chapters
- Share of Chapter 05: 0.34% of its exports; import side 1.79%
- Rank within Chapter 05: #8 of 9 by export value; import-side #6

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 23.70% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #1060 of 1233 sub-chapters by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +256.25% in FY 2021-22
- Contribution to Ch. 05: 0.34% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Sub-Chapter 0502

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 Ch. 05 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Ch. 05 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 2.35 | 0.0001% | — | 0.25% | 11.53 | 0.0003% | — | 3.72% | −9.18 | #1099 |
| FY 2019-20 | 1.00 | 0.0000% | −57.45% | 0.15% | 7.16 | 0.0002% | −37.90% | 2.83% | −6.16 | #1129 |
| FY 2020-21 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −36.00% | 0.09% | 5.30 | 0.0002% | −25.98% | 2.41% | −4.66 | #1132 |
| FY 2021-22 | 2.28 | 0.0001% | +256.25% | 0.11% | 8.08 | 0.0002% | +52.45% | 2.46% | −5.80 | #1104 |
| FY 2022-23 | 4.19 | 0.0001% | +83.77% | 0.20% | 6.94 | 0.0001% | −14.11% | 1.83% | −2.75 | #1085 |
| FY 2023-24 | 5.44 | 0.0002% | +29.83% | 0.24% | 8.98 | 0.0002% | +29.39% | 2.50% | −3.54 | #1079 |
| FY 2024-25 | 8.42 | 0.0002% | +54.78% | 0.34% | 6.76 | 0.0001% | −24.72% | 1.79% | +1.66 | #1060 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 23.70%/yr, imports -8.51%/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Sub-Chapter 0502 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 23.70% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Sub-Chapter 0502 have grown at a compound annual rate of 23.70% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹2.35 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹8.42 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Sub-Chapter 0502 ranked #1060 among all 1233 sub-chapters by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Sub-Chapter 0502 ranks #1060 out of 1233 sub-chapters by total export value. Within Chapter 05, it ranks #8 of 9. By trade surplus, it ranks #501 of 1233.

### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Sub-Chapter 0502 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Sub-Chapter 0502 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 256.25% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹1.66 Crore in HSN Sub-Chapter 0502 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹8.42 Cr exceeded imports of ₹6.76 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹1.66 Crore — ranking #501 of 1233 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of -8.51% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Brush making hair & waste

India's imports under HSN Sub-Chapter 0502 have grown at -8.51% CAGR, reaching ₹6.76 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Sub-Chapter 0502 contributes 0.34% of Chapter 05 exports — ranked #8

Among the 9 sub-chapters under Chapter 05, HSN Sub-Chapter 0502 ranks #8 by export value — accounting for 0.34% of the chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 1.79% share (rank #6).

## Related Sub-Chapters in Chapter 05

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Sub-Chapter | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 0501: Spices & herbs](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-0501/) | ₹1,685 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 0504: Animal guts & bladders](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-0504/) | ₹506 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 0506: Animal byproducts](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-0506/) | ₹101 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 0507: Unworked ivory, horn, or beaks](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-0507/) | ₹58 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 0510: Ambergris for pharmaceuticals](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-0510/) | ₹44 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 0508: Coral, shells & cuttle-bone, powder](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-0508/) | ₹34 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 0511: Inedible animal products](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-0511/) | ₹17 Cr |
| #8 | HSN Sub-Chapter 0502: Brush making hair & waste (this hsn sub-chapter) | ₹8 Cr |
| #9 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 0505: Feathers & down for preservation](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-0505/) | < ₹1 Crore |

## Other sub-chapters

| Code | Title |
| --- | --- |
| 0501 | [Spices & herbs](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-0501/) |
| 0504 | [Animal guts & bladders](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-0504/) |
| 0505 | [Feathers & down for preservation](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-0505/) |
| 0506 | [Animal byproducts](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-0506/) |
| 0507 | [Unworked ivory, horn, or beaks](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-0507/) |
| 0508 | [Coral, shells & cuttle-bone, powder](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-0508/) |
| 0510 | [Ambergris for pharmaceuticals](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-0510/) |
| 0511 | [Inedible animal products](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-0511/) |