HSN Codes · Chapter 56: Wadding, Felt, Ropes, and Nonwovens

HSN Code 5606

Gimped yarn, and strip and the like of heading 5404 or 5405, gimped (other than those of heading 5605 and gimped horsehair yarn), chenille yarn (including flock chenille yarn), loop wale-yarn

Typical GST rate

Varies

Depends on sub-classification

Type

Goods

HSN classification

Code level

4-digit

Heading

Reading code 5606

The first two digits (56) place this code in chapter 56 — Wadding, Felt, Ropes, and Nonwovens. 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.

Wadding, felt, nonwovens, twine, cordage, ropes, and cables.

More specific codes under 5606

  • 560600 — Gimped yarn, and strip and the like of heading 5404 or 5405, gimped (other than those of heading 5605 and gimped horsehair yarn), chenille yarn (including flock chenille yarn), loop wale yarn
  • 56060010 — Gimped yarn, and strip and the like of heading 5404 or 5405, gimped (other than those of heading 5605 and gimped horsehair yarn), chenille yarn (including flock chenille yarn), loop wale yarn — trimmings, of cotton
  • 56060020 — Gimped yarn, and strip and the like of heading 5404 or 5405, gimped (other than those of heading 5605 and gimped horsehair yarn), chenille yarn (including flock chenille yarn), loop wale yarn — trimmings, of man-made fibres
  • 56060030 — Gimped yarn, and strip and the like of heading 5404 or 5405, gimped (other than those of heading 5605 and gimped horsehair yarn), chenille yarn (including flock chenille yarn), loop wale yarn — trimmings, of zari
  • 56060090 — Gimped yarn, and strip and the like of heading 5404 or 5405, gimped (other than those of heading 5605 and gimped horsehair yarn), chenille yarn (including flock chenille yarn), loop wale yarn — other

Frequently asked questions

The GST rate under 5606 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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