--- title: "4601 HSN Code | HSN Code for Plaits, Products Of Plaiting Materials in India" description: "Know more about 4601 HSN Code with BUSY Accounting - HSN Tariff, GST Rates and case laws related to chapter 4601 covering Plaits, Products Of Plaiting Materials." canonical: "https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-4601/" --- # HSN Sub-chapter 4601: Plaits, Products Of Plaiting Materials Plaits and similar products of plaiting materials, whether or not assembled into strips ; plaiting materials, plaits and similar products of plaiting materials, bound together in parallel strands or woven, in sheet form, whether or not being finished articles (for example, mats, matting, screens) Part of [Chapter 46: Manufactures of Straw, Plaiting Materials and Basketware](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-46/). - Current GST rate: 5% - Earlier GST rate: 5% ## HSN codes | Code | Title | | --- | --- | | 46012010 | [Vegetable Material Mats Matting](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-46012010/) | | 46012020 | [Other Vegetable Material Mats Matting Screens](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-46012020/) | | 46012090 | [Vegetable Plaiting Materials](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-46012090/) | | 46012100 | [Mats and screens of vegetable materials, bamboo](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-46012100/) | | 46012200 | [Mats and screens of vegetable materials, rattan](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-46012200/) | | 46012900 | [Mats, matting, screens, vegetable](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-46012900/) | | 46019100 | [Palm Leaf Baskets](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-46019100/) | | 46019200 | [Mats and screens of vegetable materials, bamboo](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-46019200/) | | 46019300 | [Mats and screens of vegetable materials, rattan](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-46019300/) | | 46019400 | [Vegetable Material Mats, Matting & Screens: Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-46019400/) | | 46019900 | [Mats & screens of vegetable materials](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-46019900/) | ## Frequently asked questions ### What products are classified under HSN 4601 It includes Plaits, Products Of Plaiting Materials ### Is the composition scheme suitable if I mainly trade Plaits, Products Of Plaiting Materials? 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. ### Can I claim ITC on inputs and services used for Plaits, Products Of Plaiting Materials? If your outward supply of Plaits, Products Of Plaiting Materials is taxable, ITC is generally available (Sections 16–17) except blocked credits (e.g., personal use, motor vehicles in most cases). For exempt supplies, proportionate reversal is required under Rule 42/43. ### What misclassification mistakes happen with Plaits, Products Of Plaiting Materials? 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. ### Any special steps when selling Plaits, Products Of Plaiting Materials through an e‑commerce platform? Ensure registration requirements are met and reconcile the operator’s TCS statements with your GSTR‑2B/3B. Map SKU descriptions to HSN to reduce mismatches and returns. ### What are the e‑way bill and e‑invoice points while moving Plaits, Products Of Plaiting Materials? 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. ## India's trade performance: HSN Sub-Chapter 4601 (FY 2024-25) Source: TradeStat EIDB, Ministry of Commerce & Industry. Values in ₹ Crore (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25). - Exports: ₹357 Cr (+11.14% YoY) — 0.0096% of India's total exports - Imports: ₹46 Cr (+13.10% YoY) — 0.0008% of India's total imports - Trade balance: ₹311 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #297 of 1233 sub-chapters - Share of Chapter 46: 59.02% of its exports; import side 57.47% - Rank within Chapter 46: #1 of 2 by export value; import-side #1 ### Key metrics - Export CAGR: 12.94% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years) - National export rank: #594 of 1233 sub-chapters by export value (FY 2024-25) - Peak growth year: +78.43% in FY 2021-22 - Contribution to Ch. 46: 59.02% of its exports (FY 2024-25) ## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Sub-Chapter 4601 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. 46 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Ch. 46 | Trade balance | Exp rank | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | FY 2018-19 | 172.13 | 0.0075% | — | 61.19% | 7.57 | 0.0002% | — | 27.23% | +164.56 | #627 | | FY 2019-20 | 200.92 | 0.0091% | +16.73% | 56.69% | 11.82 | 0.0004% | +56.14% | 31.55% | +189.10 | #593 | | FY 2020-21 | 219.79 | 0.0102% | +9.39% | 66.62% | 12.01 | 0.0004% | +1.61% | 45.72% | +207.78 | #586 | | FY 2021-22 | 392.17 | 0.0125% | +78.43% | 70.06% | 21.51 | 0.0005% | +79.10% | 45.86% | +370.66 | #535 | | FY 2022-23 | 330.28 | 0.0091% | −15.78% | 60.98% | 31.51 | 0.0005% | +46.49% | 55.68% | +298.77 | #598 | | FY 2023-24 | 321.47 | 0.0089% | −2.67% | 56.45% | 40.69 | 0.0007% | +29.13% | 55.13% | +280.78 | #606 | | FY 2024-25 | 357.28 | 0.0096% | +11.14% | 59.02% | 46.02 | 0.0008% | +13.10% | 57.47% | +311.26 | #594 | - CAGR (7-year): exports 12.94%/yr, imports 35.10%/yr (consistently Surplus) ## Key trade insights: HSN Sub-Chapter 4601 export-import analysis ### Consistent export growth: 12.94% CAGR over 7 years India's exports under HSN Sub-Chapter 4601 have grown at a compound annual rate of 12.94% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹172.13 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹357.28 Crore in FY 2024-25. ### HSN Sub-Chapter 4601 ranked #594 among all 1233 sub-chapters by export value In FY 2024-25, HSN Sub-Chapter 4601 ranks #594 out of 1233 sub-chapters by total export value. Within Chapter 46, it ranks #1 of 2. By trade surplus, it ranks #297 of 1233. ### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Sub-Chapter 4601 exports The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Sub-Chapter 4601 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 78.43% over the prior year. ### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹311.26 Crore in HSN Sub-Chapter 4601 goods In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹357.28 Cr exceeded imports of ₹46.02 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹311.26 Crore — ranking #297 of 1233 by surplus magnitude. ### Import growth of 35.10% CAGR signals rising demand for Plaits, Products Of Plaiting Materials India's imports under HSN Sub-Chapter 4601 have grown at 35.10% CAGR, reaching ₹46.02 Crore in FY 2024-25. ### HSN Sub-Chapter 4601 contributes 59.02% of Chapter 46 exports — ranked #1 Among the 2 sub-chapters under Chapter 46, HSN Sub-Chapter 4601 ranks #1 by export value — accounting for 59.02% of the chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 57.47% share (rank #1). ## Related Sub-Chapters in Chapter 46 Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25). | Rank | HSN Sub-Chapter | Exports (FY 2024-25) | | --- | --- | --- | | #1 | HSN Sub-Chapter 4601: Plaits, Products Of Plaiting Materials (this hsn sub-chapter) | ₹357 Cr | | #2 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 4602: Basketwork & Wickerwork](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-4602/) | ₹248 Cr | ## Other sub-chapters | Code | Title | | --- | --- | | 4602 | [Basketwork & Wickerwork](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-4602/) |