HSN Codes · Chapter 52: Cotton

HSN Code 5209

Woven fabrics of cotton, containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, weighing more 2 than 200 g/

Typical GST rate

Varies

Depends on sub-classification

Type

Goods

HSN classification

Code level

4-digit

Heading

Reading code 5209

The first two digits (52) place this code in chapter 52 — Cotton. As a 4-digit heading it groups a whole product family; 6 and 8-digit codes underneath it get more specific. Remember: you can never invent a shorter code by truncating a longer one — only codes that exist in the official tariff are valid.

Cotton fibre, yarn, and woven cotton fabrics — the backbone of India's textile trade, generally at 5% GST.

More specific codes under 5209

  • 520911 — Woven fabrics of cotton, containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, weighing more 2 than 200 g/ — plain weave
  • 52091111 — Woven fabrics of cotton, containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, weighing more 2 than 200 g/ — plain weave — dhoti
  • 52091112 — Woven fabrics of cotton, containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, weighing more 2 than 200 g/ — plain weave — saree
  • 52091113 — Woven fabrics of cotton, containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, weighing more 2 than 200 g/ — plain weave — casement
  • 52091114 — Sheeting (takia, leopard cloth and other than furnishing)
  • 52091119 — Woven fabrics of cotton, containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, weighing more 2 than 200 g/ — plain weave — other
  • 52091190 — Woven fabrics of cotton, containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, weighing more 2 than 200 g/ — plain weave — other
  • 520912 — 3-thread or 4-thread twill, including cross twill
  • 52091210 — 3-thread or 4-thread twill, including cross twill — saree
  • 52091220 — 3-thread or 4-thread twill, including cross twill — shirting fabrics

Frequently asked questions

The GST rate under 5209 depends on the specific item and applicable notifications. Check the classification with our HSN code finder and confirm the rate before invoicing.
Businesses with annual aggregate turnover of ₹5 crore or more must report at least 6 digits on e-invoices and e-way bills; below ₹5 crore, 4 digits is the B2B minimum. Exports require 8 digits.
Every line item on a GST tax invoice carries its HSN code alongside the description, quantity, taxable value, and tax breakup. The code also flows into your GSTR-1 HSN summary and e-way bills.

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