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# HSN Sub-chapter 7109: Unprocessed staple fibres

Base metals or silver, clad with gold, not further worked than semi-manufactured

Part of [Chapter 71: Natural Pearls & Metals](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-71/).

- Current GST rate: 3%
- Earlier GST rate: 3%

## HSN codes

| Code | Title |
| --- | --- |
| 71090000 | [Waste and Scrap of Precious Metals](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-71090000/) |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 7109

It includes Unprocessed staple fibres

### Does packaging or branding change how GST applies to Unprocessed staple fibres?

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

### What are the e‑way bill and e‑invoice points while moving Unprocessed staple fibres?

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 I claim ITC on inputs and services used for Unprocessed staple fibres?

If your outward supply of Unprocessed staple fibres 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.

### How are warranty replacements of Unprocessed staple fibres handled?

If replacement is without consideration under a pre‑agreed warranty, issue a delivery challan and reference the original invoice/contract. If consideration is charged, raise a tax invoice. Keep serial/lot details for traceability.

### What should my invoice and records include for Unprocessed staple fibres?

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.

## India's trade performance: HSN Sub-Chapter 7109 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: < ₹1 Crore (−95.58% YoY) — 0.0000% of India's total exports
- Imports: < ₹1 Crore (−14.29% YoY) — 0.0000% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −< ₹1 Crore (Deficit); surplus rank #531 of 1233 sub-chapters
- Share of Chapter 71: 0.00% of its exports; import side 0.00%
- Rank within Chapter 71: #17 of 18 by export value; import-side #18

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: -1.58% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #1181 of 1233 sub-chapters by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +1,089.47% in FY 2023-24
- Contribution to Ch. 71: 0.00% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Sub-Chapter 7109

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. 71 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Ch. 71 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | +0.11 | #1183 |
| FY 2019-20 | Nil | 0.0000% | −100.00% | 0.00% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | −0.03 | — |
| FY 2020-21 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +466.67% | 0.00% | −0.14 | #1190 |
| FY 2021-22 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +166.67% | 0.00% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −94.12% | 0.00% | +0.07 | #1180 |
| FY 2022-23 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +137.50% | 0.00% | Nil | 0.0000% | −100.00% | 0.00% | +0.19 | #1169 |
| FY 2023-24 | 2.26 | 0.0001% | +1,089.47% | 0.00% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | +1.70 | #1117 |
| FY 2024-25 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −95.58% | 0.00% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −14.29% | 0.00% | −0.38 | #1181 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports -1.58%/yr, imports —/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Sub-Chapter 7109 export-import analysis

### Export decline: -1.58% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Sub-Chapter 7109 have declined at a compound annual rate of -1.58% over 7 fiscal years, falling from ₹0.11 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹0.10 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Sub-Chapter 7109 ranked #1181 among all 1233 sub-chapters by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Sub-Chapter 7109 ranks #1181 out of 1233 sub-chapters by total export value. Within Chapter 71, it ranks #17 of 18. By trade surplus, it ranks #531 of 1233.

### FY 2023-24 was the strongest growth year for HSN Sub-Chapter 7109 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Sub-Chapter 7109 was recorded in FY 2023-24, when exports surged by 1,089.47% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹0.38 Crore in HSN Sub-Chapter 7109 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹0.48 Cr exceeded exports of ₹0.10 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹0.38 Crore — ranking #531 of 1233 by surplus magnitude.

### HSN Sub-Chapter 7109 contributes 0.00% of Chapter 71 exports — ranked #17

Among the 18 sub-chapters under Chapter 71, HSN Sub-Chapter 7109 ranks #17 by export value — accounting for 0.00% of the chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.00% share (rank #18).

## Related Sub-Chapters in Chapter 71

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Sub-Chapter | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 7102: Unworked Diamonds](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7102/) | ₹1,16,388 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 7113: Jewellery & parts of precious metals](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7113/) | ₹1,06,341 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 7104: Synthetic precious stones, unmounted](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7104/) | ₹11,448 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 7108: Gold in unwrought or semi-forms](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7108/) | ₹7,854 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 7106: Silver in various forms](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7106/) | ₹4,029 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 7103: Reconstructed precious stone](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7103/) | ₹3,934 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 7117: Imitation Jewelry](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7117/) | ₹1,154 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 7112: Precious metal scrap for recovery](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7112/) | ₹1,000 Cr |
| #9 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 7110: Unwrought platinum](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7110/) | ₹643 Cr |
| #10 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 7116: Precious stone articles](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7116/) | ₹344 Cr |
| #17 | HSN Sub-Chapter 7109: Unprocessed staple fibres (this hsn sub-chapter) | < ₹1 Crore |

## Other sub-chapters

| Code | Title |
| --- | --- |
| 7101 | [Natural Pearls](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7101/) |
| 7102 | [Unworked Diamonds](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7102/) |
| 7103 | [Reconstructed precious stone](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7103/) |
| 7104 | [Synthetic precious stones, unmounted](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7104/) |
| 7105 | [Precious stone dust](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7105/) |
| 7106 | [Silver in various forms](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7106/) |
| 7107 | [Silver-clad metals](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7107/) |
| 7108 | [Gold in unwrought or semi-forms](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7108/) |
| 7110 | [Unwrought platinum](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7110/) |
| 7111 | [Platinum-clad metals](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7111/) |
| 7112 | [Precious metal scrap for recovery](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7112/) |
| 7113 | [Jewellery & parts of precious metals](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7113/) |
| 7114 | [Precious metal articles & wares](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7114/) |
| 7115 | [Precious Metal Items](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7115/) |
| 7116 | [Precious stone articles](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7116/) |
| 7117 | [Imitation Jewelry](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7117/) |
| 7118 | [Coin](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7118/) |