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# HSN Sub-chapter 6309: Worn Clothing, Other Worn Articles

Worn clothing and other worn articles

Part of [Chapter 63: Made-up Textile, Worn Clothing & Rags](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-63/).

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

## HSN codes

| Code | Title |
| --- | --- |
| 63090000 | [Sets of Worn Clothing, Rags, and Other Textile Articles](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-63090000/) |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 6309

It includes Worn Clothing, Other Worn Articles

### How should I document Worn Clothing, Other Worn Articles sent for job work?

Use a delivery challan for sending Worn Clothing, Other Worn Articles 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.

### What misclassification mistakes happen with Worn Clothing, Other Worn Articles?

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.

### How do I bill a kit or combo that includes Worn Clothing, Other Worn Articles?

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.

### If I repair and return Worn Clothing, Other Worn Articles, how should I charge GST?

Repair/service is a service supply (SAC). Parts and materials used are goods and may be billed separately with HSN. Mention both lines clearly to avoid mixing service and goods values.

### Does packaging or branding change how GST applies to Worn Clothing, Other Worn Articles?

Yes. Many food/agri goods are treated differently when sold as pre‑packaged & labelled retail packs versus loose/open packs. If Worn Clothing, Other Worn Articles 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 6309 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹669 Cr (−6.68% YoY) — 0.0181% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹693 Cr (−2.93% YoY) — 0.0114% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹23 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #631 of 1233 sub-chapters
- Share of Chapter 63: 1.30% of its exports; import side 12.89%
- Rank within Chapter 63: #7 of 10 by export value; import-side #2

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 4.21% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #467 of 1233 sub-chapters by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +24.74% in FY 2022-23
- Contribution to Ch. 63: 1.30% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Sub-Chapter 6309

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. 63 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Ch. 63 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 522.50 | 0.0228% | — | 1.42% | 667.49 | 0.0186% | — | 18.99% | −144.99 | #412 |
| FY 2019-20 | 597.41 | 0.0270% | +14.34% | 1.68% | 668.39 | 0.0199% | +0.13% | 16.38% | −70.98 | #370 |
| FY 2020-21 | 520.09 | 0.0242% | −12.94% | 1.35% | 544.48 | 0.0187% | −18.54% | 12.14% | −24.39 | #419 |
| FY 2021-22 | 642.70 | 0.0205% | +23.57% | 1.28% | 610.86 | 0.0134% | +12.19% | 13.19% | +31.84 | #423 |
| FY 2022-23 | 801.71 | 0.0221% | +24.74% | 1.77% | 916.35 | 0.0159% | +50.01% | 18.11% | −114.64 | #412 |
| FY 2023-24 | 717.22 | 0.0198% | −10.54% | 1.55% | 713.67 | 0.0127% | −22.12% | 13.44% | +3.55 | #439 |
| FY 2024-25 | 669.32 | 0.0181% | −6.68% | 1.30% | 692.79 | 0.0114% | −2.93% | 12.89% | −23.47 | #467 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 4.21%/yr, imports 0.62%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Sub-Chapter 6309 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 4.21% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Sub-Chapter 6309 have grown at a compound annual rate of 4.21% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹522.50 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹669.32 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Sub-Chapter 6309 ranked #467 among all 1233 sub-chapters by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Sub-Chapter 6309 ranks #467 out of 1233 sub-chapters by total export value. Within Chapter 63, it ranks #7 of 10. By trade surplus, it ranks #631 of 1233.

### FY 2022-23 was the strongest growth year for HSN Sub-Chapter 6309 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Sub-Chapter 6309 was recorded in FY 2022-23, when exports surged by 24.74% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹23.47 Crore in HSN Sub-Chapter 6309 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹692.79 Cr exceeded exports of ₹669.32 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹23.47 Crore — ranking #631 of 1233 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 0.62% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Worn Clothing, Other Worn Articles

India's imports under HSN Sub-Chapter 6309 have grown at 0.62% CAGR, reaching ₹692.79 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Sub-Chapter 6309 contributes 1.30% of Chapter 63 exports — ranked #7

Among the 10 sub-chapters under Chapter 63, HSN Sub-Chapter 6309 ranks #7 by export value — accounting for 1.30% of the chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 12.89% share (rank #2).

## Related Sub-Chapters in Chapter 63

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Sub-Chapter | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 6302: Kitchen and table linen](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-6302/) | ₹18,018 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 6304: Furnishing articles](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-6304/) | ₹16,199 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 6305: Packing Sacks & Bags](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-6305/) | ₹9,618 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 6307: Other Made-Up Articles, Dress Patterns](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-6307/) | ₹3,775 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 6301: Blankets & travelling rugs](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-6301/) | ₹1,950 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 6303: Curtains and blinds](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-6303/) | ₹1,084 Cr |
| #7 | HSN Sub-Chapter 6309: Worn Clothing, Other Worn Articles (this hsn sub-chapter) | ₹669 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 6310: Textile rags & scrap](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-6310/) | ₹191 Cr |
| #9 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 6306: Tarpaulins & Awnings](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-6306/) | ₹122 Cr |
| #10 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 6308: Woven fabric & yarn sets, tapestries](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-6308/) | ₹2 Cr |

## Other sub-chapters

| Code | Title |
| --- | --- |
| 6301 | [Blankets & travelling rugs](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-6301/) |
| 6302 | [Kitchen and table linen](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-6302/) |
| 6303 | [Curtains and blinds](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-6303/) |
| 6304 | [Furnishing articles](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-6304/) |
| 6305 | [Packing Sacks & Bags](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-6305/) |
| 6306 | [Tarpaulins & Awnings](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-6306/) |
| 6307 | [Other Made-Up Articles, Dress Patterns](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-6307/) |
| 6308 | [Woven fabric & yarn sets, tapestries](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-6308/) |
| 6310 | [Textile rags & scrap](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-6310/) |