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# HSN Sub-chapter 5503: Soups & food preparations

Synthetic staple fibres, not carded, combed or otherwise processed for spinning

Part of [Chapter 55: Man-made staple fibres](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-55/).

- Current GST rate: 18%
- Earlier GST rate: 18%

## HSN codes

| Code | Title |
| --- | --- |
| 55031000 | [Aramides Staple Fibres Not Carded](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-55031000/) |
| 55031100 | [Other Nylon Polyamide Staple Fibres Not Carded](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-55031100/) |
| 55031110 | [Aramid Flame Retardant Fibre Yarns](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-55031110/) |
| 55031120 | [Para-aramid fibre](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-55031120/) |
| 55031190 | [Of nylon or other polyamides : Of aramids: Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-55031190/) |
| 55031900 | [Acrylic Modacrylic Staple Fibres Not Carded](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-55031900/) |
| 55031910 | [Nylon staple fibre](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-55031910/) |
| 55031920 | [Of nylon or other polyamides : Other : Nylon Anti Static Staple Fibre](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-55031920/) |
| 55031930 | [Nylon 66 Fibres: Polyamides Conforming to IS 13464](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-55031930/) |
| 55031990 | [Of nylon or other polyamides : Other : Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-55031990/) |
| 55032000 | [Of Polyesters](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-55032000/) |
| 55033000 | [Viscose Rayon Staple Fibres Not Carded](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-55033000/) |
| 55033010 | [Pre-Oxidised Acrylic Fiber (Is 17308)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-55033010/) |
| 55033090 | [Man-Made Staple Fibres](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-55033090/) |
| 55034000 | [Of Polypropylene](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-55034000/) |
| 55039010 | [Other \| Polyvinyl Staple Fibre](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-55039010/) |
| 55039020 | [Other \| Polyvinyl Chloride Staple Fibre](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-55039020/) |
| 55039030 | [Ultra High Molecular Weight Polyethylene Staple Fibre](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-55039030/) |
| 55039090 | [Unprocessed synthetic staple fibres \| Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-55039090/) |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 5503

It includes Soups & food preparations

### Do spares or accessories of Soups & food preparations 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.

### Can reverse charge ever apply to transactions involving Soups & food preparations?

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

### If I repair and return Soups & food preparations, 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.

### How are warranty replacements of Soups & food preparations 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.

### Does packaging or branding change how GST applies to Soups & food preparations?

Yes. Many food/agri goods are treated differently when sold as pre‑packaged & labelled retail packs versus loose/open packs. If Soups & food preparations is sold in small pouches (e.g., 500 g) with an MRP and label, record that on the invoice. Loose bulk bags often follow a different treatment.

## India's trade performance: HSN Sub-Chapter 5503 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹2,630 Cr (+28.79% YoY) — 0.0710% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹1,680 Cr (+17.17% YoY) — 0.0275% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹951 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #189 of 1233 sub-chapters
- Share of Chapter 55: 19.28% of its exports; import side 23.65%
- Rank within Chapter 55: #3 of 16 by export value; import-side #1

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 0.07% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #220 of 1233 sub-chapters by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +87.61% in FY 2021-22
- Contribution to Ch. 55: 19.28% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Sub-Chapter 5503

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. 55 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Ch. 55 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 2,619.12 | 0.1141% | — | 19.68% | 1,519.48 | 0.0423% | — | 23.35% | +1,099.64 | #154 |
| FY 2019-20 | 2,401.94 | 0.1087% | −8.29% | 20.31% | 1,642.04 | 0.0489% | +8.07% | 24.20% | +759.90 | #160 |
| FY 2020-21 | 1,856.19 | 0.0863% | −22.72% | 19.42% | 1,168.30 | 0.0401% | −28.85% | 18.90% | +687.89 | #202 |
| FY 2021-22 | 3,482.39 | 0.1110% | +87.61% | 22.61% | 1,490.78 | 0.0326% | +27.60% | 19.33% | +1,991.61 | #157 |
| FY 2022-23 | 2,585.80 | 0.0714% | −25.75% | 18.10% | 1,831.98 | 0.0319% | +22.89% | 18.65% | +753.82 | #202 |
| FY 2023-24 | 2,042.43 | 0.0564% | −21.01% | 15.05% | 1,433.67 | 0.0255% | −21.74% | 19.22% | +608.76 | #246 |
| FY 2024-25 | 2,630.42 | 0.0710% | +28.79% | 19.28% | 1,679.88 | 0.0275% | +17.17% | 23.65% | +950.54 | #220 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 0.07%/yr, imports 1.69%/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Sub-Chapter 5503 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 0.07% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Sub-Chapter 5503 have grown at a compound annual rate of 0.07% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹2,619.12 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹2,630.42 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Sub-Chapter 5503 ranked #220 among all 1233 sub-chapters by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Sub-Chapter 5503 ranks #220 out of 1233 sub-chapters by total export value. Within Chapter 55, it ranks #3 of 16. By trade surplus, it ranks #189 of 1233.

### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Sub-Chapter 5503 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Sub-Chapter 5503 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 87.61% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹950.54 Crore in HSN Sub-Chapter 5503 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹2,630.42 Cr exceeded imports of ₹1,679.88 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹950.54 Crore — ranking #189 of 1233 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 1.69% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Soups & food preparations

India's imports under HSN Sub-Chapter 5503 have grown at 1.69% CAGR, reaching ₹1,679.88 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Sub-Chapter 5503 contributes 19.28% of Chapter 55 exports — ranked #3

Among the 16 sub-chapters under Chapter 55, HSN Sub-Chapter 5503 ranks #3 by export value — accounting for 19.28% of the chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 23.65% share (rank #1).

## Related Sub-Chapters in Chapter 55

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Sub-Chapter | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 5509: Synthetic fiber yarn](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-5509/) | ₹3,678 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 5515: Woven fabrics of synthetic fibres](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-5515/) | ₹3,415 Cr |
| #3 | HSN Sub-Chapter 5503: Soups & food preparations (this hsn sub-chapter) | ₹2,630 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 5510: Artificial staple fibre yarn](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-5510/) | ₹859 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 5504: Leather clothing & accessories](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-5504/) | ₹816 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 5516: Artificial staple fibres](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-5516/) | ₹540 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 5511: Woven pile fabrics](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-5511/) | ₹429 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 5513: Synthetic staple fiber fabrics](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-5513/) | ₹379 Cr |
| #9 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 5514: Synthetic fabric mixtures](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-5514/) | ₹362 Cr |
| #10 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 5512: Synthetic staple fibre fabrics](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-5512/) | ₹337 Cr |

## Other sub-chapters

| Code | Title |
| --- | --- |
| 5501 | [Wool: Synthetic Filament Tow](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-5501/) |
| 5502 | [Artificial filament tow](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-5502/) |
| 5504 | [Leather clothing & accessories](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-5504/) |
| 5505 | [Herb seeds](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-5505/) |
| 5506 | [Retail sewing thread](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-5506/) |
| 5507 | [Retail silk yarn](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-5507/) |
| 5508 | [Fresh onions & garlic](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-5508/) |
| 5509 | [Synthetic fiber yarn](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-5509/) |
| 5510 | [Artificial staple fibre yarn](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-5510/) |
| 5511 | [Woven pile fabrics](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-5511/) |
| 5512 | [Synthetic staple fibre fabrics](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-5512/) |
| 5513 | [Synthetic staple fiber fabrics](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-5513/) |
| 5514 | [Synthetic fabric mixtures](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-5514/) |
| 5515 | [Woven fabrics of synthetic fibres](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-5515/) |
| 5516 | [Artificial staple fibres](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-5516/) |