--- title: "9804 HSN Code | HSN Code for Waste of synthetic fibres in India" description: "Know more about 9804 HSN Code with BUSY Accounting - HSN Tariff, GST Rates and case laws related to chapter 9804 covering Waste of synthetic fibres." canonical: "https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-9804/" --- # HSN Sub-chapter 9804: Waste of synthetic fibres All dutiable articles, intended for personal use, imported by post or air Part of [Chapter 98: Project Imports & Laboratory Chemicals](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-98/). - Current GST rate: 5% - Earlier GST rate: 18% ## HSN codes | Code | Title | | --- | --- | | 98041000 | [Drugs & medicines (personal use)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-98041000/) | | 98049000 | [Works of Art, Collectors' Pieces & Antiques](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-98049000/) | ## Frequently asked questions ### What products are classified under HSN 9804 It includes Waste of synthetic fibres ### What are the e‑way bill and e‑invoice points while moving Waste of synthetic 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. ### Does packaging or branding change how GST applies to Waste of synthetic fibres? Yes. Many food/agri goods are treated differently when sold as pre‑packaged & labelled retail packs versus loose/open packs. If Waste of synthetic 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. ### Does MRP, weight or pack size change GST treatment for Waste of synthetic fibres? 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. ### Any special steps when selling Waste of synthetic fibres 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. ### What misclassification mistakes happen with Waste of synthetic fibres? 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 9804 (FY 2024-25) Source: TradeStat EIDB, Ministry of Commerce & Industry. Values in ₹ Crore (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25). - Exports: ₹2 Cr (+201.96% YoY) — 0.0000% of India's total exports - Imports: ₹6 Cr (−98.40% YoY) — 0.0001% of India's total imports - Trade balance: −₹5 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #562 of 1233 sub-chapters - Share of Chapter 98: 1.09% of its exports; import side 0.06% - Rank within Chapter 98: #4 of 5 by export value; import-side #4 ### Key metrics - Export CAGR: -9.96% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years) - National export rank: #1131 of 1233 sub-chapters by export value (FY 2024-25) - Peak growth year: +296.54% in FY 2019-20 - Contribution to Ch. 98: 1.09% of its exports (FY 2024-25) ## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Sub-Chapter 9804 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. 98 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Ch. 98 | Trade balance | Exp rank | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | FY 2018-19 | 2.89 | 0.0001% | — | 0.97% | 175.08 | 0.0049% | — | 1.04% | −172.19 | #1085 | | FY 2019-20 | 11.46 | 0.0005% | +296.54% | 2.90% | 165.79 | 0.0049% | −5.31% | 1.13% | −154.33 | #993 | | FY 2020-21 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −94.33% | 1.06% | 417.43 | 0.0143% | +151.78% | 3.59% | −416.78 | #1131 | | FY 2021-22 | 1.13 | 0.0000% | +73.85% | 1.30% | 817.16 | 0.0179% | +95.76% | 7.32% | −816.03 | #1131 | | FY 2022-23 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −50.44% | 0.40% | 733.22 | 0.0128% | −10.27% | 5.16% | −732.66 | #1153 | | FY 2023-24 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −8.93% | 0.25% | 384.51 | 0.0068% | −47.56% | 3.16% | −384.00 | #1165 | | FY 2024-25 | 1.54 | 0.0000% | +201.96% | 1.09% | 6.16 | 0.0001% | −98.40% | 0.06% | −4.62 | #1131 | - CAGR (7-year): exports -9.96%/yr, imports -42.76%/yr (consistently Deficit) ## Key trade insights: HSN Sub-Chapter 9804 export-import analysis ### Export decline: -9.96% CAGR over 7 years India's exports under HSN Sub-Chapter 9804 have declined at a compound annual rate of -9.96% over 7 fiscal years, falling from ₹2.89 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹1.54 Crore in FY 2024-25. ### HSN Sub-Chapter 9804 ranked #1131 among all 1233 sub-chapters by export value In FY 2024-25, HSN Sub-Chapter 9804 ranks #1131 out of 1233 sub-chapters by total export value. Within Chapter 98, it ranks #4 of 5. By trade surplus, it ranks #562 of 1233. ### FY 2019-20 was the strongest growth year for HSN Sub-Chapter 9804 exports The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Sub-Chapter 9804 was recorded in FY 2019-20, when exports surged by 296.54% over the prior year. ### India records a trade deficit of ₹4.62 Crore in HSN Sub-Chapter 9804 goods In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹6.16 Cr exceeded exports of ₹1.54 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹4.62 Crore — ranking #562 of 1233 by surplus magnitude. ### Import growth of -42.76% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Waste of synthetic fibres India's imports under HSN Sub-Chapter 9804 have grown at -42.76% CAGR, reaching ₹6.16 Crore in FY 2024-25. ### HSN Sub-Chapter 9804 contributes 1.09% of Chapter 98 exports — ranked #4 Among the 5 sub-chapters under Chapter 98, HSN Sub-Chapter 9804 ranks #4 by export value — accounting for 1.09% of the chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.06% share (rank #4). ## Related Sub-Chapters in Chapter 98 Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25). | Rank | HSN Sub-Chapter | Exports (FY 2024-25) | | --- | --- | --- | | #1 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 9802: Laboratory chemicals](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-9802/) | ₹87 Cr | | #2 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 9801: All machinery items](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-9801/) | ₹27 Cr | | #3 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 9805: Customs Duty Articles](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-9805/) | ₹24 Cr | | #4 | HSN Sub-Chapter 9804: Waste of synthetic fibres (this hsn sub-chapter) | ₹2 Cr | | #5 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 9803: Duty-Free Personal Items](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-9803/) | < ₹1 Crore | ## Other sub-chapters | Code | Title | | --- | --- | | 9801 | [All machinery items](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-9801/) | | 9802 | [Laboratory chemicals](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-9802/) | | 9803 | [Duty-Free Personal Items](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-9803/) | | 9805 | [Customs Duty Articles](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-9805/) |