HSN Codes · Chapter 54: Man-made Filaments

HSN Code 540261

Synthetic filament yarn (other than sewing thread), not put up for retail sale, including synthetic monofilament of less than 67 decitex — of nylon or other polyamides

Typical GST rate

Varies

Depends on sub-classification

Type

Goods

HSN classification

Code level

6-digit

Sub-heading

Reading code 540261

The first two digits (54) place this code in chapter 54 — Man-made Filaments. Heading 5402 groups the product family, and the remaining digits pin down this specific 6-digit classification. Remember: you can never invent a shorter code by truncating a longer one — only codes that exist in the official tariff are valid.

Synthetic and artificial filament yarns and woven fabrics — polyester, nylon, viscose filament products.

Parent heading

5402 — Synthetic filament yarn (other than sewing thread), not put up for retail sale, including synthetic monofilament of less than 67 decitex

More specific codes under 540261

  • 54026100 — Synthetic filament yarn (other than sewing thread), not put up for retail sale, including synthetic monofilament of less than 67 decitex — of nylon or other polyamides — of nylon or other polyamides

Related codes in heading 5402

  • 540211 — Synthetic filament yarn (other than sewing thread), not put up for retail sale, including synthetic monofilament of less than 67 decitex — of aramids
  • 540219 — Synthetic filament yarn (other than sewing thread), not put up for retail sale, including synthetic monofilament of less than 67 decitex — other
  • 540220 — High tenacity yarn of polyesters, whether or not textured
  • 540231 — Of nylon or other polyamides, measuring per single yarn not more than 50 tex
  • 540232 — Of nylon or other polyamides, measuring per single yarn more than 50 tex
  • 540233 — Synthetic filament yarn (other than sewing thread), not put up for retail sale, including synthetic monofilament of less than 67 decitex — of polyesters
  • 540234 — Synthetic filament yarn (other than sewing thread), not put up for retail sale, including synthetic monofilament of less than 67 decitex — of polypropylene
  • 540239 — Synthetic filament yarn (other than sewing thread), not put up for retail sale, including synthetic monofilament of less than 67 decitex — other
  • 540244 — Synthetic filament yarn (other than sewing thread), not put up for retail sale, including synthetic monofilament of less than 67 decitex — elastomeric
  • 540245 — Synthetic filament yarn (other than sewing thread), not put up for retail sale, including synthetic monofilament of less than 67 decitex — other, of nylon or other polyamides

Frequently asked questions

The GST rate under 540261 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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