--- title: "5608 HSN Code | HSN Code for Textile nets & fishing gear in India" description: "Know more about 5608 HSN Code with BUSY Accounting - HSN Tariff, GST Rates and case laws related to chapter 5608 covering Textile nets & fishing gear." canonical: "https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-5608/" --- # HSN Sub-chapter 5608: Textile nets & fishing gear Knotted netting of twine, cordage or rope; made up fishing nets and other made up nets, of textile materials Part of [Chapter 56: Wadding, felt and nonwovens; special yarns; twine, cordage, ropes and cables and articles thereof](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-56/). - Current GST rate: 12% - Earlier GST rate: 12% ## HSN codes | Code | Title | | --- | --- | | 56081110 | [Crop Covers (≤25 g/m², IS 16718)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-56081110/) | | 56081190 | [Man-made textile materials: Fishing nets](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-56081190/) | | 56081900 | [Of Man-Made Textile Materials \| Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-56081900/) | | 56089010 | [Other \| Of Cotton](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-56089010/) | | 56089020 | [Other : Of jute](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-56089020/) | | 56089090 | [Other : Other0](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-56089090/) | ## Frequently asked questions ### What products are classified under HSN 5608 It includes Textile nets & fishing gear ### Does MRP, weight or pack size change GST treatment for Textile nets & fishing gear? Some entries use MRP/weight‑based conditions for classification. Keep pack size, retail marking and brand status on records and invoice to support the chosen HSN. ### Any special steps when selling Textile nets & fishing gear 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. ### How do I bill a kit or combo that includes Textile nets & fishing gear? Prefer separate lines per item with its HSN so each component follows its own tax treatment. If it is a naturally bundled supply, identify the principal supply and tax the whole bundle accordingly. ### What are the e‑way bill and e‑invoice points while moving Textile nets & fishing gear? 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 reverse charge ever apply to transactions involving Textile nets & fishing gear? Reverse charge in goods is notified only for specific categories. Most regular B2B sales of Textile nets & fishing gear are forward charge. Check the current notifications for any special cases before deciding. ## India's trade performance: HSN Sub-Chapter 5608 (FY 2024-25) Source: TradeStat EIDB, Ministry of Commerce & Industry. Values in ₹ Crore (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25). - Exports: ₹887 Cr (+16.71% YoY) — 0.0239% of India's total exports - Imports: ₹265 Cr (+34.41% YoY) — 0.0043% of India's total imports - Trade balance: ₹622 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #239 of 1233 sub-chapters - Share of Chapter 56: 15.74% of its exports; import side 6.59% - Rank within Chapter 56: #3 of 9 by export value; import-side #5 ### Key metrics - Export CAGR: 9.36% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years) - National export rank: #408 of 1233 sub-chapters by export value (FY 2024-25) - Peak growth year: +19.30% in FY 2022-23 - Contribution to Ch. 56: 15.74% of its exports (FY 2024-25) ## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Sub-Chapter 5608 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. 56 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Ch. 56 | Trade balance | Exp rank | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | FY 2018-19 | 518.47 | 0.0226% | — | 17.34% | 96.66 | 0.0027% | — | 3.83% | +421.81 | #415 | | FY 2019-20 | 528.56 | 0.0239% | +1.95% | 18.07% | 121.64 | 0.0036% | +25.84% | 4.52% | +406.92 | #396 | | FY 2020-21 | 580.07 | 0.0270% | +9.75% | 15.82% | 189.12 | 0.0065% | +55.48% | 7.69% | +390.95 | #399 | | FY 2021-22 | 588.88 | 0.0188% | +1.52% | 14.17% | 243.22 | 0.0053% | +28.61% | 7.35% | +345.66 | #444 | | FY 2022-23 | 702.51 | 0.0194% | +19.30% | 16.93% | 214.08 | 0.0037% | −11.98% | 6.16% | +488.43 | #432 | | FY 2023-24 | 759.98 | 0.0210% | +8.18% | 15.96% | 196.81 | 0.0035% | −8.07% | 5.68% | +563.17 | #428 | | FY 2024-25 | 886.94 | 0.0239% | +16.71% | 15.74% | 264.53 | 0.0043% | +34.41% | 6.59% | +622.41 | #408 | - CAGR (7-year): exports 9.36%/yr, imports 18.27%/yr (consistently Surplus) ## Key trade insights: HSN Sub-Chapter 5608 export-import analysis ### Consistent export growth: 9.36% CAGR over 7 years India's exports under HSN Sub-Chapter 5608 have grown at a compound annual rate of 9.36% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹518.47 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹886.94 Crore in FY 2024-25. ### HSN Sub-Chapter 5608 ranked #408 among all 1233 sub-chapters by export value In FY 2024-25, HSN Sub-Chapter 5608 ranks #408 out of 1233 sub-chapters by total export value. Within Chapter 56, it ranks #3 of 9. By trade surplus, it ranks #239 of 1233. ### FY 2022-23 was the strongest growth year for HSN Sub-Chapter 5608 exports The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Sub-Chapter 5608 was recorded in FY 2022-23, when exports surged by 19.30% over the prior year. ### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹622.41 Crore in HSN Sub-Chapter 5608 goods In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹886.94 Cr exceeded imports of ₹264.53 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹622.41 Crore — ranking #239 of 1233 by surplus magnitude. ### Import growth of 18.27% CAGR signals rising demand for Textile nets & fishing gear India's imports under HSN Sub-Chapter 5608 have grown at 18.27% CAGR, reaching ₹264.53 Crore in FY 2024-25. ### HSN Sub-Chapter 5608 contributes 15.74% of Chapter 56 exports — ranked #3 Among the 9 sub-chapters under Chapter 56, HSN Sub-Chapter 5608 ranks #3 by export value — accounting for 15.74% of the chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 6.59% share (rank #5). ## Related Sub-Chapters in Chapter 56 Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25). | Rank | HSN Sub-Chapter | Exports (FY 2024-25) | | --- | --- | --- | | #1 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 5603: Nonwoven fabrics](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-5603/) | ₹1,937 Cr | | #2 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 5607: Rubber-Coated Twine,Cables & Ropes](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-5607/) | ₹1,433 Cr | | #3 | HSN Sub-Chapter 5608: Textile nets & fishing gear (this hsn sub-chapter) | ₹887 Cr | | #4 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 5601: Textile Wadding](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-5601/) | ₹835 Cr | | #5 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 5609: Yarn & Twine Articles](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-5609/) | ₹169 Cr | | #6 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 5606: Gimped yarn & chenille yarn](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-5606/) | ₹145 Cr | | #7 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 5602: Felt, Coated Or Laminated](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-5602/) | ₹139 Cr | | #8 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 5605: Metallised Yarn Combined With Metal](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-5605/) | ₹68 Cr | | #9 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 5604: Rubber-coated textile yarns](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-5604/) | ₹21 Cr | ## Other sub-chapters | Code | Title | | --- | --- | | 5601 | [Textile Wadding](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-5601/) | | 5602 | [Felt, Coated Or Laminated](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-5602/) | | 5603 | [Nonwoven fabrics](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-5603/) | | 5604 | [Rubber-coated textile yarns](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-5604/) | | 5605 | [Metallised Yarn Combined With Metal](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-5605/) | | 5606 | [Gimped yarn & chenille yarn](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-5606/) | | 5607 | [Rubber-Coated Twine,Cables & Ropes](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-5607/) | | 5609 | [Yarn & Twine Articles](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-5609/) |