HSN Codes for Fabrics & Textiles
Fabrics — cotton & man-made textiles — HSN codes with applicable GST rates for 2026.
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Chapters 52, 54 and 55 cover textile fabrics — cotton yarn and fabric, man-made filament and staple fibres, and woven fabrics of synthetic and artificial materials. Fabric wholesalers, textile mills and garment manufacturers bill using these codes.
Fabrics and yarns generally attract a concessional GST rate (commonly 5%), which is lower than most finished consumer goods, in keeping with the textile sector’s treatment. The exact rate depends on the fibre and stage of processing, so match your material in the table.
Look up your fabric or yarn below to apply the correct HSN code and GST rate.
HSN Codes & GST Rates
| HSN Code | Description | GST Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 52 | Gandhi Topi, Khadi yarn | 0% (Exempt) |
| 52015203 | Chapter 52 item - Refer to GST tariff schedule | 5% |
| 5204 | Chapter 52 item - Refer to GST tariff schedule | 5% |
| 52055207 | Chapter 52 item - Refer to GST tariff schedule | 5% |
| 52085212 | Chapter 52 item - Refer to GST tariff schedule | 5% |
| 5401 | Chapter 54 item - Refer to GST tariff schedule | 5% |
| 5402 | Chapter 54 item - Refer to GST tariff schedule | 5% |
| 5403 | Chapter 54 item - Refer to GST tariff schedule | 5% |
| 5407 | Woven fabrics of manmade textile materials | 5% |
| 5408 | Woven fabrics of manmade textile materials | 5% |
| 5501 | Synthetic or artificial filament tow | 5% |
| 5502 | Synthetic or artificial filament tow | 5% |
| 5503 | Synthetic or artificial staple fibres | 5% |
| 5504 | Synthetic or artificial staple fibres | 5% |
| 5505 | Waste of manmade fibres | 5% |
| 5506 | Synthetic or artificial staple fibres | 5% |
| 5507 | Synthetic or artificial staple fibres | 5% |
| 5508 | Sewing thread of manmade staple fibres, whether or not put up for retail sale | 5% |
| 5509 | Yarn of manmade staple fibres | 5% |
| 5510 | Yarn of manmade staple fibres | 5% |
| 5511 | Yarn of manmade staple fibres | 5% |
| 55125516 | Woven fabrics of manmade staple fibres | 5% |
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What is the GST rate on fabric and cloth?
Most textile fabrics and yarns attract a concessional 5% rate. Confirm the exact figure from the table, as it can vary by fibre and processing stage.
Is cotton fabric taxed differently from synthetic fabric?
Cotton, man-made filament and synthetic staple fabrics are covered under different chapters but broadly attract the concessional textile rate. Check the specific entry for your material.
How many digits of the HSN code do I need to put on my invoice?
It depends on your aggregate annual turnover. Businesses with turnover up to ₹5 crore must quote at least a 4-digit HSN code (a 2-digit code is allowed for B2C supplies below the threshold), while those above ₹5 crore must quote a 6-digit code. Many businesses use the full 8-digit code to be safe. SAC codes for services follow the same digit logic.
Published/updated July 2026. This information is provided for general guidance only and does not constitute tax or legal advice. GST rates and HSN/SAC classifications change frequently through government notifications. RaiseBill and Pardeep Jha & Associates accept no liability for any loss arising from reliance on this data — for binding classification and current rates, refer to the CBIC-GST portal or consult a qualified Chartered Accountant.