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# HSN Sub-chapter 5508: Fresh onions & garlic

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

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

- Current GST rate: 5%
- Earlier GST rate: 18%

## HSN codes

| Code | Title |
| --- | --- |
| 55081000 | [Of synthetic staple fibres](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-55081000/) |
| 55082000 | [Of artificial staple fibres](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-55082000/) |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 5508

It includes Fresh onions & garlic

### What are the e‑way bill and e‑invoice points while moving Fresh onions & garlic?

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.

### Can I claim ITC on inputs and services used for Fresh onions & garlic?

If your outward supply of Fresh onions & garlic 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 Fresh onions & garlic?

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.

### Do spares or accessories of Fresh onions & garlic 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.

### Does packaging or branding change how GST applies to Fresh onions & garlic?

Yes. Many food/agri goods are treated differently when sold as pre‑packaged & labelled retail packs versus loose/open packs. If Fresh onions & garlic 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 5508 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹52 Cr (+36.24% YoY) — 0.0014% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹11 Cr (−35.27% YoY) — 0.0002% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹41 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #439 of 1233 sub-chapters
- Share of Chapter 55: 0.38% of its exports; import side 0.15%
- Rank within Chapter 55: #12 of 16 by export value; import-side #14

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: -0.14% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #907 of 1233 sub-chapters by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +36.24% in FY 2024-25
- Contribution to Ch. 55: 0.38% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Sub-Chapter 5508

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 | 52.40 | 0.0023% | — | 0.39% | 14.72 | 0.0004% | — | 0.23% | +37.68 | #829 |
| FY 2019-20 | 46.54 | 0.0021% | −11.18% | 0.39% | 15.35 | 0.0005% | +4.28% | 0.23% | +31.19 | #857 |
| FY 2020-21 | 51.89 | 0.0024% | +11.50% | 0.54% | 10.96 | 0.0004% | −28.60% | 0.18% | +40.93 | #830 |
| FY 2021-22 | 68.43 | 0.0022% | +31.88% | 0.44% | 12.74 | 0.0003% | +16.24% | 0.17% | +55.69 | #832 |
| FY 2022-23 | 48.21 | 0.0013% | −29.55% | 0.34% | 15.34 | 0.0003% | +20.41% | 0.16% | +32.87 | #896 |
| FY 2023-24 | 38.13 | 0.0011% | −20.91% | 0.28% | 16.50 | 0.0003% | +7.56% | 0.22% | +21.63 | #938 |
| FY 2024-25 | 51.95 | 0.0014% | +36.24% | 0.38% | 10.68 | 0.0002% | −35.27% | 0.15% | +41.27 | #907 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports -0.14%/yr, imports -5.21%/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Sub-Chapter 5508 export-import analysis

### Export decline: -0.14% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Sub-Chapter 5508 have declined at a compound annual rate of -0.14% over 7 fiscal years, falling from ₹52.40 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹51.95 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Sub-Chapter 5508 ranked #907 among all 1233 sub-chapters by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Sub-Chapter 5508 ranks #907 out of 1233 sub-chapters by total export value. Within Chapter 55, it ranks #12 of 16. By trade surplus, it ranks #439 of 1233.

### FY 2024-25 was the strongest growth year for HSN Sub-Chapter 5508 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Sub-Chapter 5508 was recorded in FY 2024-25, when exports surged by 36.24% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹41.27 Crore in HSN Sub-Chapter 5508 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹51.95 Cr exceeded imports of ₹10.68 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹41.27 Crore — ranking #439 of 1233 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of -5.21% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Fresh onions & garlic

India's imports under HSN Sub-Chapter 5508 have grown at -5.21% CAGR, reaching ₹10.68 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Sub-Chapter 5508 contributes 0.38% of Chapter 55 exports — ranked #12

Among the 16 sub-chapters under Chapter 55, HSN Sub-Chapter 5508 ranks #12 by export value — accounting for 0.38% of the chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.15% share (rank #14).

## 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](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-5503/) | ₹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 |
| #12 | HSN Sub-Chapter 5508: Fresh onions & garlic (this hsn sub-chapter) | ₹52 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/) |
| 5503 | [Soups & food preparations](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-5503/) |
| 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/) |
| 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/) |