HSN Codes · Chapter 55: Man-made Staple Fibres

HSN Code 551012

Yarn (other than sewing thread) of artificial staple fibres, not put up for retail sale — multiple (folded) or cabled yarn

Typical GST rate

Varies

Depends on sub-classification

Type

Goods

HSN classification

Code level

6-digit

Sub-heading

Reading code 551012

The first two digits (55) place this code in chapter 55 — Man-made Staple Fibres. Heading 5510 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 staple fibres, their yarns, and woven fabrics.

Parent heading

5510 — Yarn (other than sewing thread) of artificial staple fibres, not put up for retail sale

More specific codes under 551012

  • 55101210 — Yarn (other than sewing thread) of artificial staple fibres, not put up for retail sale — multiple (folded) or cabled yarn — viscose rayon spun yarn
  • 55101220 — Yarn (other than sewing thread) of artificial staple fibres, not put up for retail sale — multiple (folded) or cabled yarn — acetate rayon spun yarn
  • 55101290 — Yarn (other than sewing thread) of artificial staple fibres, not put up for retail sale — multiple (folded) or cabled yarn — other

Related codes in heading 5510

  • 551011 — Yarn (other than sewing thread) of artificial staple fibres, not put up for retail sale — single yarn
  • 551020 — Other yarn, mixed mainly or solely with wool or fine animal hair
  • 551030 — Other yarn, mixed mainly or solely with cotton
  • 551090 — Yarn (other than sewing thread) of artificial staple fibres, not put up for retail sale — other yarn

Frequently asked questions

The GST rate under 551012 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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