5513 HSN Code: Synthetic staple fiber fabrics

HSN Sub Chapter 5513 represents Synthetic staple fiber fabrics under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Synthetic staple fiber fabrics correctly for billing, taxation, and trade purposes. With HSN Sub Chapter 5513, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import/export of Synthetic staple fiber fabrics.

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New GST Rate for HSN Code 5513

GST Rate for Synthetic staple fiber fabrics under HSN Code 5513. Understand current tax rates, exemptions, and legal classifications to ensure accurate billing and GST filing.

Chapter No

55

HSN Code

5513

HSN Description

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

New GST Rate

12 %
Standard

Old GST Rate

12 %

Tariff HSN Codes under HSN Sub Chapter 5513

Following tariff HSN codes fall under Synthetic staple fiber fabrics.

Tariff HSN

55131110

Description

Unbleached or bleached : Of polyester staple fibres, plain weave : Unbleached

Tariff HSN

55131120

Description

Unbleached or bleached : Of polyester staple fibres, plain weave : Bleached

Tariff HSN

55131210

Description

Unbleached or bleached : 3-thread or 4-thread twill, including cross twill, of polyester staple fibres : Unbleached

Tariff HSN

55131220

Description

Unbleached or bleached : 3-thread or 4-thread twill, including cross twill, of polyester staple fibres : Bleached

Tariff HSN

55131310

Description

Unbleached or bleached : Other woven fabrics of polyester staple fibres : Unbleached

Tariff HSN

55131320

Description

Unbleached or bleached : Other woven fabrics of polyester staple fibres : Bleached

Tariff HSN

55131910

Description

Unbleached or bleached : Other woven fabrics : Unbleached

Tariff HSN

55131920

Description

Unbleached or bleached : Other woven fabrics : Bleached

Tariff HSN

55132100

Description

Dyed : Of polyester staple fibres, plain weave

Tariff HSN

55132200

Description

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 - dyed : 3-thread or 4-thread twill, including cross twill, of polyester staple fibres

Tariff HSN

55132300

Description

Dyed : Other woven fabrics of polyester staple fibres

Tariff HSN

55132900

Description

Dyed : Other woven fabrics

Tariff HSN

55133100

Description

Of yarns of different colours : Of polyester staple fibres, plain weave

Tariff HSN

55133200

Description

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 - of yarns of different colours : 3-thread or 4-thread twill, including cross twill, of polyester staple fibres

Tariff HSN

55133300

Description

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 - of yarns of different colours : other woven fabrics of polyester staple fibres

Tariff HSN

55133900

Description

Of yarns of different colours : Other woven fabrics

Tariff HSN

55134100

Description

Printed : Of polyester staple fibres,

Tariff HSN

55134200

Description

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 - printed : 3-thread or 4-thread twill, including cross twill, of polyester staple fibres

Tariff HSN

55134300

Description

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 - printed : other woven fabrics of polyester staple fibres

Tariff HSN

55134900

Description

Printed : Other woven fabrics

India’s Trade Performance — HSN Sub-Chapter 5513 in FY 2024-25

TradeStat EIDB — Ministry of Commerce & Industry FY 2018-19–FY 2024-25 Values in ₹ Crore

India’s Exports

FY 2024-25

₹379 Cr

−13.24% vs FY 2023-24

0.0102% of India’s total exports

India’s Imports

FY 2024-25

₹58 Cr

+7.98% vs FY 2023-24

0.0009% of India’s total imports

Trade Balance

FY 2024-25

₹322 Cr

Trade Surplus

Surplus rank #293 of 1233 subchapters

% of Chapter 55

FY 2024-25

2.78%

Share of Chapter 55’s total exports in FY 2024-25

Import side: 0.81% of Chapter 55’s imports

Rank Within Chapter 55

FY 2024-25

#8 of 16

Position by export value among subchapters in Chapter 55

Import-side rank: #11 of 16

At a glance

2.82%

Export CAGR

FY 2018-19 → FY 2024-25 · 7 fiscal years

#584

National Export Rank

of 1233 subchapters by export value, FY 2024-25

+60.38%

Peak Growth Year

FY 2021-22 · strongest single-year move

2.78%

Contribution to Ch. 55

Share of Chapter 55 exports in FY 2024-25

India Export-Import Trade Statistics for 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 2018-19 Exp. Rank #502

Balance

+295.97

Exports

321.15 ₹ Cr

0.0140% share

— YoY

2.41% of Ch. 55

Imports

25.18 ₹ Cr

0.0007% share

— YoY

0.39% of Ch. 55

FY 2019-20 Exp. Rank #493

Balance

+309.11

Exports

344.38 ₹ Cr

0.0156% share

+7.23% YoY

2.91% of Ch. 55

Imports

35.27 ₹ Cr

0.0011% share

+40.07% YoY

0.52% of Ch. 55

FY 2020-21 Exp. Rank #623

Balance

+134.24

Exports

177.64 ₹ Cr

0.0083% share

−48.42% YoY

1.86% of Ch. 55

Imports

43.40 ₹ Cr

0.0015% share

+23.05% YoY

0.70% of Ch. 55

FY 2021-22 Exp. Rank #592

Balance

+225.40

Exports

284.90 ₹ Cr

0.0091% share

+60.38% YoY

1.85% of Ch. 55

Imports

59.50 ₹ Cr

0.0013% share

+37.10% YoY

0.77% of Ch. 55

FY 2022-23 Exp. Rank #538

Balance

+389.07

Exports

444.05 ₹ Cr

0.0123% share

+55.86% YoY

3.11% of Ch. 55

Imports

54.98 ₹ Cr

0.0010% share

−7.60% YoY

0.56% of Ch. 55

FY 2023-24 Exp. Rank #554

Balance

+383.74

Exports

437.25 ₹ Cr

0.0121% share

−1.53% YoY

3.22% of Ch. 55

Imports

53.51 ₹ Cr

0.0010% share

−2.67% YoY

0.72% of Ch. 55

FY 2024-25 Exp. Rank #584

Balance

+321.59

Exports

379.37 ₹ Cr

0.0102% share

−13.24% YoY

2.78% of Ch. 55

Imports

57.78 ₹ Cr

0.0009% share

+7.98% YoY

0.81% of Ch. 55

CAGR · 7-Year

Exports

2.82% /yr

Imports

14.85% /yr

Consistently Surplus
Chapter 55 total

reference, FY 2024-25

Export

₹13,643.30 Cr

Import

₹7,102.61 Cr

Trade Balance

+6,540.69

Peak export growth year Latest available data Not available YoY = change vs previous FY

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 Subchapters by Export Value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Sub-Chapter 5513 ranks #584 out of 1233 subchapters 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 subchapters 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).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common queries about HSN Sub Chapter 5513 and GST compliance.

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.

Important Disclaimer

The above does not constitute professional advice or a formal recommendation. We recommend consulting a professional tax consultant before acting on the information contained in this piece of content.

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