--- title: "6505 HSN Code | HSN Code for Hats, textile headgear, hairnets in India" description: "Know more about 6505 HSN Code with BUSY Accounting - HSN Tariff, GST Rates and case laws related to chapter 6505 covering Hats, textile headgear, hairnets." canonical: "https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-6505/" --- # HSN Sub-chapter 6505: Hats, textile headgear, hairnets Hats and other headgear, knitted or crocheted, or made up from lace, felt or other textile fabric, in the piece (but not in strips), whether or not lined or trimmed; hair-nets of any material, whether or not lined or trimmed Part of [Chapter 65: Headgear & Parts Thereof](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-65/). - Current GST rate: 5% - Earlier GST rate: 5% ## HSN codes | Code | Title | | --- | --- | | 65050010 | [Hairnets and Bag Nets](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-65050010/) | | 65050090 | [Hats & Headgear Made from Lace, Felt & Textile Fabric](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-65050090/) | ## Frequently asked questions ### What products are classified under HSN 6505 It includes Hats, textile headgear, hairnets ### Any import/export nuance for Hats, textile headgear, hairnets? 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. ### How should I document Hats, textile headgear, hairnets sent for job work? Use a delivery challan for sending Hats, textile headgear, hairnets 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. ### Can I claim ITC on inputs and services used for Hats, textile headgear, hairnets? If your outward supply of Hats, textile headgear, hairnets 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. ### What are the e‑way bill and e‑invoice points while moving Hats, textile headgear, hairnets? 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. ### What should my invoice and records include for Hats, textile headgear, hairnets? 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 Hats, textile headgear, hairnets 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. ## India's trade performance: HSN Sub-Chapter 6505 (FY 2024-25) Source: TradeStat EIDB, Ministry of Commerce & Industry. Values in ₹ Crore (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25). - Exports: ₹273 Cr (+23.47% YoY) — 0.0074% of India's total exports - Imports: ₹192 Cr (−7.62% YoY) — 0.0031% of India's total imports - Trade balance: ₹81 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #401 of 1233 sub-chapters - Share of Chapter 65: 35.13% of its exports; import side 53.14% - Rank within Chapter 65: #2 of 6 by export value; import-side #1 ### Key metrics - Export CAGR: 14.29% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years) - National export rank: #640 of 1233 sub-chapters by export value (FY 2024-25) - Peak growth year: +41.97% in FY 2021-22 - Contribution to Ch. 65: 35.13% of its exports (FY 2024-25) ## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Sub-Chapter 6505 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 | 122.52 | 0.0053% | — | 38.23% | 96.42 | 0.0027% | — | 49.38% | +26.10 | #687 | | FY 2019-20 | 163.68 | 0.0074% | +33.59% | 38.41% | 112.23 | 0.0033% | +16.40% | 50.47% | +51.45 | #635 | | FY 2020-21 | 168.03 | 0.0078% | +2.66% | 34.25% | 103.07 | 0.0035% | −8.16% | 48.15% | +64.96 | #636 | | FY 2021-22 | 238.56 | 0.0076% | +41.97% | 33.79% | 138.94 | 0.0030% | +34.80% | 57.50% | +99.62 | #634 | | FY 2022-23 | 246.73 | 0.0068% | +3.42% | 30.45% | 206.71 | 0.0036% | +48.78% | 57.71% | +40.02 | #651 | | FY 2023-24 | 221.09 | 0.0061% | −10.39% | 27.76% | 207.82 | 0.0037% | +0.54% | 56.22% | +13.27 | #675 | | FY 2024-25 | 272.99 | 0.0074% | +23.47% | 35.13% | 191.98 | 0.0031% | −7.62% | 53.14% | +81.01 | #640 | - CAGR (7-year): exports 14.29%/yr, imports 12.16%/yr (consistently Surplus) ## Key trade insights: HSN Sub-Chapter 6505 export-import analysis ### Consistent export growth: 14.29% CAGR over 7 years India's exports under HSN Sub-Chapter 6505 have grown at a compound annual rate of 14.29% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹122.52 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹272.99 Crore in FY 2024-25. ### HSN Sub-Chapter 6505 ranked #640 among all 1233 sub-chapters by export value In FY 2024-25, HSN Sub-Chapter 6505 ranks #640 out of 1233 sub-chapters by total export value. Within Chapter 65, it ranks #2 of 6. By trade surplus, it ranks #401 of 1233. ### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Sub-Chapter 6505 exports The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Sub-Chapter 6505 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 41.97% over the prior year. ### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹81.01 Crore in HSN Sub-Chapter 6505 goods In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹272.99 Cr exceeded imports of ₹191.98 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹81.01 Crore — ranking #401 of 1233 by surplus magnitude. ### Import growth of 12.16% CAGR signals rising demand for Hats, textile headgear, hairnets India's imports under HSN Sub-Chapter 6505 have grown at 12.16% CAGR, reaching ₹191.98 Crore in FY 2024-25. ### HSN Sub-Chapter 6505 contributes 35.13% of Chapter 65 exports — ranked #2 Among the 6 sub-chapters under Chapter 65, HSN Sub-Chapter 6505 ranks #2 by export value — accounting for 35.13% of the chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 53.14% share (rank #1). ## 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 (this hsn sub-chapter) | ₹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](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-6502/) | < ₹1 Crore | ## Other sub-chapters | Code | Title | | --- | --- | | 6501 | [Hat Forms & Bodies](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-6501/) | | 6502 | [Plaited Hat Shapes](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-6502/) | | 6504 | [Headgear & hats](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-6504/) | | 6506 | [Other headgear: Lined or trimmed](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-6506/) | | 6507 | [Hat parts & accessories](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-6507/) |