Towel HSN Code for GST Filing
Towels are common textile products used in homes, hotels, hospitals and salons. Knowing the correct towel HSN code and GST rate helps fabric traders and garment units raise proper tax invoices.
This guide explains how cotton towels, hand towels and bath towels are classified under HSN and how GST applies to these textile products.
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What is the HSN code for cotton, hand and bath towels?
Towels generally fall under Chapter 63 of the HSN structure which covers made up textile articles. Heading 6302 covers bed linen, table linen, toilet linen and kitchen linen which includes most cotton towels and terry towels.
Within this heading further digits can indicate whether the towel is made of cotton, other fibres or blends and whether it is terry type or other woven fabric.
Towel HSN Code Classification and GST Rates
Here are some commonly used HSN codes and GST rates for this category
| Section | |
|---|---|
| Section No | 11 |
| Section Title | Guide to HSN Section 11 |
| Section Description | TEXTILE & TEXTILE ARTICLES |
| Chapter | |
|---|---|
| Chapter No | 63 |
| Chapter Title | Made-up Textile, Worn Clothing & Rags |
| Chapter Description | Other made up textile articles; sets; worn clothing and worn textile articles; rags |
4 Digit HSN Code Classification
8 Digit HSN Code Classification
| HSN Code | HSN Code Title | GST Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 63021010 | Cotton Knitted Bed Linen | 5% |
| 63021090 | Knitted Bed Linen of Other Textiles | 5% |
| 63022110 | Cotton Bed Linen | 5% |
| 63022190 | Other Cotton Linen Products | 5% |
| 63022200 | Bed Linen of Other Textile Materials | 5% |
| 63022900 | Other Bed Linens | 5% |
| 63023100 | Table Linens of Cotton | 5% |
| 63023200 | Table Linens of Other Textile Materials | 5% |
| 63023900 | Other Table Linens | 5% |
| 63024010 | Kitchen Linens of Cotton | 5% |
| 63024020 | Kitchen Linens of Other Textile Materials | 5% |
| 63024030 | Toilet Linens of Cotton | 5% |
| 63024040 | Toilet Linens of Other Textile Materials | 5% |
| 63024090 | Other Toilet Linens | 5% |
| 63025110 | Cotton Pillowcases | 5% |
| 63025190 | Pillowcases of Other Textile Materials | 5% |
| 63025200 | Flax Bed/Table/Toilet/Kitchen Linen (Other) | 5% |
| 63025300 | Quilts, Eiderdowns & Cushions | 5% |
| 63025900 | Other Bedding Products | 5% |
| 63026010 | Bedspreads of Cotton | 5% |
| 63026090 | Bedspreads of Other Textile Materials | 5% |
| 63029110 | Covers for Furniture of Cotton | 5% |
| 63029190 | Covers for Furniture of Other Textile Materials | 5% |
| 63029200 | Knitted/Crocheted Cotton Curtains/Blinds/Valances | 5% |
| 63029300 | Other Textile Articles of Man-Made Fibres | 5% |
| 63029900 | Other Textile Articles of Various Materials | 5% |
| 63071010 | Cotton Floor-Cloths, Dish-Cloths, Dusters | 5% |
| 63071020 | Textile Made-Up Articles of Cotton | 5% |
| 63071030 | Textile Made-Up Articles of Synthetic Fibres | 5% |
| 63071090 | Floor-cloths, dish-cloths, dusters and similar cleaning cloths | 5% |
| 63072010 | Bed Sheets & Table Linen of Cotton | 5% |
| 63072090 | Bed Sheets & Table Linen of Other Textile Materials | 5% |
| 63079011 | Toilet Linen of Cotton | 5% |
| 63079012 | Toilet Linen of Other Textile Materials | 5% |
| 63079013 | Other Toilet Linen Articles | 5% |
| 63079019 | Kitchen Linen of Cotton | 5% |
| 63079020 | Kitchen Linen of Other Textile Materials | 5% |
| 63079090 | Rubber Waterproof Footwear (Knee-covering) | 5% |
| 63079091 | Pillowcases of Cotton | 5% |
| 63079099 | Pillowcases of Other Textile Materials | 5% |
* GST rates may vary based on the latest GST notifications
How does GST apply to cotton, hand and bath towels?
GST on towels depends on the textile rate slab and sometimes on the sale value per piece. Lower value towels meant for mass use usually fall in a concessional slab while very high value or designer towels can attract a higher rate.
When towels are supplied as part of a hotel package or spa service you may need to treat the supply as a service rather than sale of goods. In that case the GST rate will follow the rate for the main service.
Why do different types of towels have separate HSN codes?
Different types of towels may have different HSN sub headings because the fabric, weave and end use are different. Face towels, bath towels and kitchen towels can all fall under the same main heading but with different sub classifications.
This separate classification helps customs and GST authorities track trade statistics and also makes it easier for businesses to analyse sales by product category.
How to ensure correct HSN code for towels in GST returns?
To ensure correct classification you should identify fibre content, towel size and intended use at the time of product creation in your inventory master. Map each towel to the matching HSN sub heading under 6302 and fix the GST rate as per the latest textile rate notification.
Once this mapping is done, use the same code in purchase orders, sales invoices and stock records. This keeps outward supply data consistent across your GST returns and reduces the risk of classification disputes.
Conclusion
The towel HSN code under Chapter 63 is a key reference for textile traders and garment units dealing in towels and similar linen. Correct classification along with the right GST rate keeps billing transparent for both buyers and sellers.
By fixing the correct HSN code in your product master and following it in all GST documents you can avoid future notices and maintain smooth tax compliance.
