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# HSN Sub-chapter 6502: Plaited Hat Shapes

Hat-shapes, plaited or made by assembling strips of any material, neither blocked to shape, nor with made brims, nor lined, nor trimmed

Part of [Chapter 65: Headgear & Parts Thereof](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-65/).

- Current GST rate: 18%
- Earlier GST rate: 18%

## HSN codes

| Code | Title |
| --- | --- |
| 65020010 | [Hats Made of Straw and Similar Materials](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-65020010/) |
| 65020020 | [Other Headwear of Straw and Related Materials](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-65020020/) |
| 65020090 | [Miscellaneous Straw Hats and Headwear](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-65020090/) |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 6502

It includes Plaited Hat Shapes

### Can I claim ITC on inputs and services used for Plaited Hat Shapes?

If your outward supply of Plaited Hat Shapes is taxable, ITC is generally available (Sections 16–17) except blocked credits (e.g., personal use, motor vehicles in most cases). For exempt supplies, proportionate reversal is required under Rule 42/43.

### Does MRP, weight or pack size change GST treatment for Plaited Hat Shapes?

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.

### Does packaging or branding change how GST applies to Plaited Hat Shapes?

Yes. Many food/agri goods are treated differently when sold as pre‑packaged & labelled retail packs versus loose/open packs. If Plaited Hat Shapes 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.

### Do spares or accessories of Plaited Hat Shapes 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.

### Any import/export nuance for Plaited Hat Shapes?

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.

## India's trade performance: HSN Sub-Chapter 6502 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: < ₹1 Crore (−52.68% YoY) — 0.0000% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹2 Cr (+38.66% YoY) — 0.0000% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹1 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #536 of 1233 sub-chapters
- Share of Chapter 65: 0.07% of its exports; import side 0.46%
- Rank within Chapter 65: #6 of 6 by export value; import-side #6

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: -34.69% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #1153 of 1233 sub-chapters by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +31.04% in FY 2019-20
- Contribution to Ch. 65: 0.07% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Sub-Chapter 6502

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. 65 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Ch. 65 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 6.83 | 0.0003% | — | 2.13% | 2.39 | 0.0001% | — | 1.22% | +4.44 | #1034 |
| FY 2019-20 | 8.95 | 0.0004% | +31.04% | 2.10% | 2.28 | 0.0001% | −4.60% | 1.03% | +6.67 | #1006 |
| FY 2020-21 | 4.10 | 0.0002% | −54.19% | 0.84% | 1.25 | 0.0000% | −45.18% | 0.58% | +2.85 | #1064 |
| FY 2021-22 | 1.54 | 0.0000% | −62.44% | 0.22% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −23.20% | 0.40% | +0.58 | #1122 |
| FY 2022-23 | 1.83 | 0.0001% | +18.83% | 0.23% | 1.24 | 0.0000% | +29.17% | 0.35% | +0.59 | #1117 |
| FY 2023-24 | 1.12 | 0.0000% | −38.80% | 0.14% | 1.19 | 0.0000% | −4.03% | 0.32% | −0.07 | #1145 |
| FY 2024-25 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −52.68% | 0.07% | 1.65 | 0.0000% | +38.66% | 0.46% | −1.12 | #1153 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports -34.69%/yr, imports -5.99%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Sub-Chapter 6502 export-import analysis

### Export decline: -34.69% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Sub-Chapter 6502 have declined at a compound annual rate of -34.69% over 7 fiscal years, falling from ₹6.83 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹0.53 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Sub-Chapter 6502 ranked #1153 among all 1233 sub-chapters by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Sub-Chapter 6502 ranks #1153 out of 1233 sub-chapters by total export value. Within Chapter 65, it ranks #6 of 6. By trade surplus, it ranks #536 of 1233.

### FY 2019-20 was the strongest growth year for HSN Sub-Chapter 6502 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Sub-Chapter 6502 was recorded in FY 2019-20, when exports surged by 31.04% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹1.12 Crore in HSN Sub-Chapter 6502 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹1.65 Cr exceeded exports of ₹0.53 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹1.12 Crore — ranking #536 of 1233 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of -5.99% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Plaited Hat Shapes

India's imports under HSN Sub-Chapter 6502 have grown at -5.99% CAGR, reaching ₹1.65 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Sub-Chapter 6502 contributes 0.07% of Chapter 65 exports — ranked #6

Among the 6 sub-chapters under Chapter 65, HSN Sub-Chapter 6502 ranks #6 by export value — accounting for 0.07% of the chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.46% share (rank #6).

## Related Sub-Chapters in Chapter 65

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Sub-Chapter | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 6506: Other headgear: Lined or trimmed](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-6506/) | ₹438 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 6505: Hats, textile headgear, hairnets](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-6505/) | ₹273 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 6507: Hat parts & accessories](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-6507/) | ₹53 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 6501: Hat Forms & Bodies](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-6501/) | ₹8 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 6504: Headgear & hats](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-6504/) | ₹6 Cr |
| #6 | HSN Sub-Chapter 6502: Plaited Hat Shapes (this hsn sub-chapter) | < ₹1 Crore |

## Other sub-chapters

| Code | Title |
| --- | --- |
| 6501 | [Hat Forms & Bodies](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-6501/) |
| 6504 | [Headgear & hats](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-6504/) |
| 6505 | [Hats, textile headgear, hairnets](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-6505/) |
| 6506 | [Other headgear: Lined or trimmed](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-6506/) |
| 6507 | [Hat parts & accessories](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-6507/) |