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# HSN Sub-chapter 5401: Military weapons

Sewing thread of man-made filaments, whether or not put up for retail sale

Part of [Chapter 54: Man-made filaments; strip and the like of man-made textile materials](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-54/).

- Current GST rate: 0%
- Earlier GST rate: 5%

## HSN codes

| Code | Title |
| --- | --- |
| 54011000 | [Of synthetic filaments](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-54011000/) |
| 54012000 | [Of Artificial Filaments](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-54012000/) |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 5401

It includes Military weapons

### Any import/export nuance for Military weapons?

Exports are zero‑rated (with or without payment of IGST) subject to LUT/refund conditions. Imports may attract customs duties in addition to GST. Keep HSN‑wise description consistent across invoice, shipping bill and BOE.

### Do spares or accessories of Military weapons follow the same HSN?

Not always. Spares are often classified by their own description or by the function/part rule. Check if a specific sub‑heading exists for parts of the main item and describe the part on the invoice.

### Is the composition scheme suitable if I mainly trade Military weapons?

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.

### If I repair and return Military weapons, how should I charge GST?

Repair/service is a service supply (SAC). Parts and materials used are goods and may be billed separately with HSN. Mention both lines clearly to avoid mixing service and goods values.

### What misclassification mistakes happen with Military weapons?

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.

### How are warranty replacements of Military weapons handled?

If replacement is without consideration under a pre‑agreed warranty, issue a delivery challan and reference the original invoice/contract. If consideration is charged, raise a tax invoice. Keep serial/lot details for traceability.

## India's trade performance: HSN Sub-Chapter 5401 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹143 Cr (+14.99% YoY) — 0.0039% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹109 Cr (+0.31% YoY) — 0.0018% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹34 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #450 of 1233 sub-chapters
- Share of Chapter 54: 0.96% of its exports; import side 0.85%
- Rank within Chapter 54: #5 of 8 by export value; import-side #6

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 8.46% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #773 of 1233 sub-chapters by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +49.01% in FY 2021-22
- Contribution to Ch. 54: 0.96% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Sub-Chapter 5401

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. 54 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Ch. 54 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 88.05 | 0.0038% | — | 0.55% | 80.77 | 0.0022% | — | 1.18% | +7.28 | #740 |
| FY 2019-20 | 78.95 | 0.0036% | −10.34% | 0.47% | 80.89 | 0.0024% | +0.15% | 1.10% | −1.94 | #770 |
| FY 2020-21 | 68.80 | 0.0032% | −12.86% | 0.60% | 61.06 | 0.0021% | −24.51% | 0.91% | +7.74 | #788 |
| FY 2021-22 | 102.52 | 0.0033% | +49.01% | 0.57% | 94.51 | 0.0021% | +54.78% | 0.85% | +8.01 | #776 |
| FY 2022-23 | 107.62 | 0.0030% | +4.97% | 0.68% | 124.14 | 0.0022% | +31.35% | 0.87% | −16.52 | #794 |
| FY 2023-24 | 124.64 | 0.0034% | +15.81% | 0.86% | 108.96 | 0.0019% | −12.23% | 0.79% | +15.68 | #778 |
| FY 2024-25 | 143.32 | 0.0039% | +14.99% | 0.96% | 109.30 | 0.0018% | +0.31% | 0.85% | +34.02 | #773 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 8.46%/yr, imports 5.17%/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Sub-Chapter 5401 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 8.46% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Sub-Chapter 5401 have grown at a compound annual rate of 8.46% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹88.05 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹143.32 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Sub-Chapter 5401 ranked #773 among all 1233 sub-chapters by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Sub-Chapter 5401 ranks #773 out of 1233 sub-chapters by total export value. Within Chapter 54, it ranks #5 of 8. By trade surplus, it ranks #450 of 1233.

### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Sub-Chapter 5401 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Sub-Chapter 5401 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 49.01% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹34.02 Crore in HSN Sub-Chapter 5401 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹143.32 Cr exceeded imports of ₹109.30 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹34.02 Crore — ranking #450 of 1233 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 5.17% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Military weapons

India's imports under HSN Sub-Chapter 5401 have grown at 5.17% CAGR, reaching ₹109.30 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Sub-Chapter 5401 contributes 0.96% of Chapter 54 exports — ranked #5

Among the 8 sub-chapters under Chapter 54, HSN Sub-Chapter 5401 ranks #5 by export value — accounting for 0.96% of the chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.85% share (rank #6).

## Related Sub-Chapters in Chapter 54

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Sub-Chapter | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 5402: Synthetic Filament Yarn](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-5402/) | ₹7,108 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 5407: Woven synthetic fabrics](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-5407/) | ₹6,877 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 5403: Artificial Filament Yarn](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-5403/) | ₹443 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 5408: Woven artificial fabrics](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-5408/) | ₹296 Cr |
| #5 | HSN Sub-Chapter 5401: Military weapons (this hsn sub-chapter) | ₹143 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 5404: Synthetic monofilament](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-5404/) | ₹96 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 5406: Natural gums & resins](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-5406/) | ₹6 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 5405: Artificial textile strips](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-5405/) | < ₹1 Crore |

## Other sub-chapters

| Code | Title |
| --- | --- |
| 5402 | [Synthetic Filament Yarn](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-5402/) |
| 5403 | [Artificial Filament Yarn](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-5403/) |
| 5404 | [Synthetic monofilament](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-5404/) |
| 5405 | [Artificial textile strips](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-5405/) |
| 5406 | [Natural gums & resins](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-5406/) |
| 5407 | [Woven synthetic fabrics](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-5407/) |
| 5408 | [Woven artificial fabrics](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-5408/) |