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# HSN Sub-chapter 5513: Synthetic staple fiber fabrics

Woven fabrics of synthetic staple fibres, containing less than 85% by weight of such fibres, mixed mainly or solely with cotton, of a weight not exceeding 170 g/m2

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

- Current GST rate: 12%
- Earlier GST rate: 12%

## HSN codes

| Code | Title |
| --- | --- |
| 55131110 | [Polyester Staple Fibre Plain Weave: Unbleached](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-55131110/) |
| 55131120 | [Bleached Polyester Staple Fibre Plain Weave Fabrics](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-55131120/) |
| 55131210 | [Unbleached polyester twill: RawPoly Twill](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-55131210/) |
| 55131220 | [Bleached Polyester Twill](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-55131220/) |
| 55131310 | [Unbleached Other Woven Polyester Staple Fibre Fabrics](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-55131310/) |
| 55131320 | [Bleached Polyester Staple Fibre Woven Fabrics](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-55131320/) |
| 55131910 | [Unbleached woven fabrics](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-55131910/) |
| 55131920 | [Bleached woven fabrics](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-55131920/) |
| 55132100 | [Dyed : Of polyester staple fibres, plain weave](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-55132100/) |
| 55132200 | [Different Colours Polyester Staple Fibres Twill Fabric](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-55132200/) |
| 55132300 | [Dyed woven fabrics: Polyester staple fibres](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-55132300/) |
| 55132900 | [Dyed : Other woven fabrics](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-55132900/) |
| 55133100 | [Polyester Staple Fibre Fabrics of Different Colours, Plain Weave](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-55133100/) |
| 55133200 | [Different Colours Other Polyester Staple Fibres Fabric](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-55133200/) |
| 55133300 | [Printed Polyester Staple Fibres Twill Fabric](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-55133300/) |
| 55133900 | [Other woven fabrics](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-55133900/) |
| 55134100 | [Printed \| Of Polyester Staple Fibres,](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-55134100/) |
| 55134200 | [Printed Other Polyester Staple Fibres Fabric](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-55134200/) |
| 55134300 | [Unbleached Polyester Staple Fibres Fabric > 170 GSM](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-55134300/) |
| 55134900 | [Printed \| Other Woven Fabrics](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-55134900/) |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 5513

It includes Synthetic staple fiber fabrics

### Does packaging or branding change how GST applies to Synthetic staple fiber fabrics?

Yes. Many food/agri goods are treated differently when sold as pre‑packaged & labelled retail packs versus loose/open packs. If Synthetic staple fiber fabrics 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.

### How should I document Synthetic staple fiber fabrics sent for job work?

Use a delivery challan for sending Synthetic staple fiber fabrics 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.

### Do spares or accessories of Synthetic staple fiber fabrics 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.

### What should my invoice and records include for Synthetic staple fiber fabrics?

Include HSN, exact description, pack size/grade, quantity, and if pre‑packaged & labelled. Maintain purchase specs, test reports (where relevant), and job‑work challans for audit trail.

### Any special steps when selling Synthetic staple fiber fabrics 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.

## India's trade performance: HSN Sub-Chapter 5513 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹379 Cr (−13.24% YoY) — 0.0102% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹58 Cr (+7.98% YoY) — 0.0009% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹322 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #293 of 1233 sub-chapters
- Share of Chapter 55: 2.78% of its exports; import side 0.81%
- Rank within Chapter 55: #8 of 16 by export value; import-side #11

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 2.82% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #584 of 1233 sub-chapters by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +60.38% in FY 2021-22
- Contribution to Ch. 55: 2.78% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Sub-Chapter 5513

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 | 321.15 | 0.0140% | — | 2.41% | 25.18 | 0.0007% | — | 0.39% | +295.97 | #502 |
| FY 2019-20 | 344.38 | 0.0156% | +7.23% | 2.91% | 35.27 | 0.0011% | +40.07% | 0.52% | +309.11 | #493 |
| FY 2020-21 | 177.64 | 0.0083% | −48.42% | 1.86% | 43.40 | 0.0015% | +23.05% | 0.70% | +134.24 | #623 |
| FY 2021-22 | 284.90 | 0.0091% | +60.38% | 1.85% | 59.50 | 0.0013% | +37.10% | 0.77% | +225.40 | #592 |
| FY 2022-23 | 444.05 | 0.0123% | +55.86% | 3.11% | 54.98 | 0.0010% | −7.60% | 0.56% | +389.07 | #538 |
| FY 2023-24 | 437.25 | 0.0121% | −1.53% | 3.22% | 53.51 | 0.0010% | −2.67% | 0.72% | +383.74 | #554 |
| FY 2024-25 | 379.37 | 0.0102% | −13.24% | 2.78% | 57.78 | 0.0009% | +7.98% | 0.81% | +321.59 | #584 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 2.82%/yr, imports 14.85%/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Sub-Chapter 5513 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 2.82% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Sub-Chapter 5513 have grown at a compound annual rate of 2.82% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹321.15 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹379.37 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Sub-Chapter 5513 ranked #584 among all 1233 sub-chapters by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Sub-Chapter 5513 ranks #584 out of 1233 sub-chapters by total export value. Within Chapter 55, it ranks #8 of 16. By trade surplus, it ranks #293 of 1233.

### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Sub-Chapter 5513 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Sub-Chapter 5513 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 60.38% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹321.59 Crore in HSN Sub-Chapter 5513 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹379.37 Cr exceeded imports of ₹57.78 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹321.59 Crore — ranking #293 of 1233 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 14.85% CAGR signals rising demand for Synthetic staple fiber fabrics

India's imports under HSN Sub-Chapter 5513 have grown at 14.85% CAGR, reaching ₹57.78 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Sub-Chapter 5513 contributes 2.78% of Chapter 55 exports — ranked #8

Among the 16 sub-chapters under Chapter 55, HSN Sub-Chapter 5513 ranks #8 by export value — accounting for 2.78% of the chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.81% share (rank #11).

## 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 (this hsn sub-chapter) | ₹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/) |
| 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/) |
| 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/) |
| 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/) |