--- title: "6006 HSN Code | HSN Code for Knitted or crocheted fabrics in India" description: "Know more about 6006 HSN Code with BUSY Accounting - HSN Tariff, GST Rates and case laws related to chapter 6006 covering Knitted or crocheted fabrics." canonical: "https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-6006/" --- # HSN Sub-chapter 6006: Knitted or crocheted fabrics Other knitted or crocheted fabrics Part of [Chapter 60: Knitted/Crocheted Fabrics](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-60/). - Current GST rate: 5% - Earlier GST rate: 5% ## HSN codes | Code | Title | | --- | --- | | 60061000 | [Of Wool Or Fine Animal Hair](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-60061000/) | | 60062100 | [Of Cotton \| Unbleached Or Bleached](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-60062100/) | | 60062200 | [Other knitted or crocheted fabrics: Of Cotton \| Dyed](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-60062200/) | | 60062300 | [Cotton – Yarns of different colours](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-60062300/) | | 60062400 | [Of Cotton \| Printed](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-60062400/) | | 60063100 | [Of synthetic fibres : Unbleached or bleached](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-60063100/) | | 60063200 | [Of Synthetic Fibres \| Dyed](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-60063200/) | | 60063300 | [Yarn of different colors](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-60063300/) | | 60063400 | [Of Synthetic Fibres \| Printed](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-60063400/) | | 60064100 | [Of artificial fibres : Unbleached or bleached](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-60064100/) | | 60064200 | [Of Artificial Fibres \| Dyed](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-60064200/) | | 60064300 | [Of artificial fibres: Different colours](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-60064300/) | | 60064400 | [Of Artificial Fibres \| Printed](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-60064400/) | | 60069000 | [Of Artificial Fibres \| Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-60069000/) | ## Frequently asked questions ### What products are classified under HSN 6006 It includes Knitted or crocheted fabrics ### Do spares or accessories of Knitted or crocheted 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. ### Can reverse charge ever apply to transactions involving Knitted or crocheted fabrics? Reverse charge in goods is notified only for specific categories. Most regular B2B sales of Knitted or crocheted fabrics are forward charge. Check the current notifications for any special cases before deciding. ### Does packaging or branding change how GST applies to Knitted or crocheted fabrics? Yes. Many food/agri goods are treated differently when sold as pre‑packaged & labelled retail packs versus loose/open packs. If Knitted or crocheted 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. ### Any import/export nuance for Knitted or crocheted fabrics? Exports are zero‑rated (with or without payment of IGST) subject to LUT/refund conditions. Imports may attract customs duties in addition to GST. Keep HSN‑wise description consistent across invoice, shipping bill and BOE. ### What misclassification mistakes happen with Knitted or crocheted fabrics? 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. ## India's trade performance: HSN Sub-Chapter 6006 (FY 2024-25) Source: TradeStat EIDB, Ministry of Commerce & Industry. Values in ₹ Crore (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25). - Exports: ₹3,500 Cr (+23.71% YoY) — 0.0945% of India's total exports - Imports: ₹3,540 Cr (−2.08% YoY) — 0.0581% of India's total imports - Trade balance: −₹40 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #654 of 1233 sub-chapters - Share of Chapter 60: 70.02% of its exports; import side 46.79% - Rank within Chapter 60: #1 of 6 by export value; import-side #1 ### Key metrics - Export CAGR: 8.09% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years) - National export rank: #181 of 1233 sub-chapters by export value (FY 2024-25) - Peak growth year: +74.95% in FY 2021-22 - Contribution to Ch. 60: 70.02% of its exports (FY 2024-25) ## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Sub-Chapter 6006 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. 60 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Ch. 60 | Trade balance | Exp rank | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | FY 2018-19 | 2,195.24 | 0.0956% | — | 71.27% | 2,268.82 | 0.0632% | — | 57.32% | −73.58 | #176 | | FY 2019-20 | 1,943.46 | 0.0880% | −11.47% | 64.95% | 2,431.58 | 0.0725% | +7.17% | 62.52% | −488.12 | #189 | | FY 2020-21 | 2,591.93 | 0.1205% | +33.37% | 72.61% | 2,338.60 | 0.0803% | −3.82% | 65.32% | +253.33 | #157 | | FY 2021-22 | 4,534.60 | 0.1445% | +74.95% | 71.53% | 3,006.43 | 0.0658% | +28.56% | 59.86% | +1,528.17 | #130 | | FY 2022-23 | 3,220.23 | 0.0889% | −28.99% | 69.83% | 3,531.22 | 0.0614% | +17.46% | 58.14% | −310.99 | #178 | | FY 2023-24 | 2,829.44 | 0.0782% | −12.14% | 72.38% | 3,615.23 | 0.0644% | +2.38% | 59.98% | −785.79 | #196 | | FY 2024-25 | 3,500.33 | 0.0945% | +23.71% | 70.02% | 3,540.14 | 0.0581% | −2.08% | 46.79% | −39.81 | #181 | - CAGR (7-year): exports 8.09%/yr, imports 7.70%/yr (consistently Deficit) ## Key trade insights: HSN Sub-Chapter 6006 export-import analysis ### Consistent export growth: 8.09% CAGR over 7 years India's exports under HSN Sub-Chapter 6006 have grown at a compound annual rate of 8.09% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹2,195.24 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹3,500.33 Crore in FY 2024-25. ### HSN Sub-Chapter 6006 ranked #181 among all 1233 sub-chapters by export value In FY 2024-25, HSN Sub-Chapter 6006 ranks #181 out of 1233 sub-chapters by total export value. Within Chapter 60, it ranks #1 of 6. By trade surplus, it ranks #654 of 1233. ### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Sub-Chapter 6006 exports The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Sub-Chapter 6006 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 74.95% over the prior year. ### India records a trade deficit of ₹39.81 Crore in HSN Sub-Chapter 6006 goods In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹3,540.14 Cr exceeded exports of ₹3,500.33 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹39.81 Crore — ranking #654 of 1233 by surplus magnitude. ### Import growth of 7.70% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Knitted or crocheted fabrics India's imports under HSN Sub-Chapter 6006 have grown at 7.70% CAGR, reaching ₹3,540.14 Crore in FY 2024-25. ### HSN Sub-Chapter 6006 contributes 70.02% of Chapter 60 exports — ranked #1 Among the 6 sub-chapters under Chapter 60, HSN Sub-Chapter 6006 ranks #1 by export value — accounting for 70.02% of the chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 46.79% share (rank #1). ## Related Sub-Chapters in Chapter 60 Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25). | Rank | HSN Sub-Chapter | Exports (FY 2024-25) | | --- | --- | --- | | #1 | HSN Sub-Chapter 6006: Knitted or crocheted fabrics (this hsn sub-chapter) | ₹3,500 Cr | | #2 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 6004: Knitted rubberized fabrics](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-6004/) | ₹1,119 Cr | | #3 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 6005: Warp knit fabrics](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-6005/) | ₹198 Cr | | #4 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 6001: Knitted pile fabrics & terry fabrics](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-6001/) | ₹116 Cr | | #5 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 6003: Knitted fabrics under 30 cm wide](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-6003/) | ₹37 Cr | | #6 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 6002: Knitted elastomeric fabrics](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-6002/) | ₹28 Cr | ## Other sub-chapters | Code | Title | | --- | --- | | 6001 | [Knitted pile fabrics & terry fabrics](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-6001/) | | 6002 | [Knitted elastomeric fabrics](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-6002/) | | 6003 | [Knitted fabrics under 30 cm wide](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-6003/) | | 6004 | [Knitted rubberized fabrics](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-6004/) | | 6005 | [Warp knit fabrics](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-6005/) |