HSN code 5205

Heading in chapter 52 — Cotton

HSN code
5205

Cotton yarn (other than sewing thread), containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, not put up for retail sale

Classification

Code typeHSN — Harmonized System of Nomenclature
LevelHeading (4 digits)
SectionSection XI — Textiles and garments
Chapter 52Cotton
Heading 5205Cotton yarn (other than sewing thread), containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, not put up for retail sale

24 codes under HSN 5205

HSN codeDescription
520511Measuring 714.29 decitex or more (not exceeding 14 metric number)
520512Measuring less than 714.29 decitex but not less than 232.56 decitex (exceeding 14 metric number but not exceeding 43 metric number)
520513Measuring less than 232.56 decitex but not less than 192.31 decitex (exceeding 43 metric number but not exceeding 52 metric number)
520514Measuring less than 192.31 decitex but not less than 125 decitex (exceeding 52 metric number but not exceeding 80 metric number)
520515Measuring less than 125 decitex (exceeding 80 metric number)
520521Measuring 714.29 decitex or more (not exceeding 14 metric number)
520522Measuring less than 714.29 decitex but not less than 232.56 decitex (exceeding 14 metric number but not exceeding 43 metric number)
520523Measuring less than 232.56 decitex but not less than 192.31 decitex (exceeding 43 metric number but not exceeding 52 metric number)
520524Measuring less than 192.31 decitex but not less than 125 decitex (exceeding 52 metric number but not exceeding 80 metric number)
520526Measuring less than 125 decitex but not less than 106.38 decitex (exceeding 80 metric number but not exceeding 94 metric number)
520527Measuring less than 106.38 decitex but not less than 83.33 decitex (exceeding 94 metric number but not exceeding 120 metric number)
520528Measuring less than 83.33 decitex (exceeding 120 metric number)
520531Measuring per single yarn 714.29 decitex or more (not exceeding 14 metric number per single yarn)
520532Measuring per single yarn less than 714.29 decitex but not less than 232.56 decitex (exceeding 14 metric number but not exceeding 43 metric number per single…
520533Measuring per single yarn less than 232.56 decitex but not less than 192.31 decitex (exceeding 43 metric number but not exceeding 52 metric number per single…
520534Measuring per single yarn less than 192.31 decitex but not less than 125 decitex (exceeding 52 metric number but not exceeding 80 metric number per single yarn)
520535Measuring per single yarn less than 125 decitex (exceeding 80 metric number per single yarn)
520541Measuring per single yarn 714.29 decitex or more (not exceeding 14 metric number per single yarn)
520542Measuring per single yarn less than 714.29 decitex but not less than 232.56 decitex (exceeding 14 metric number but not exceeding 43 metric number per single…
520543Measuring per single yarn less than 232.56 decitex but not less than 192.31 decitex (exceeding 43 metric number but not exceeding 52 metric number per single…
520544Measuring per single yarn less than 192.31 decitex but not less than 125 decitex (exceeding 52 metric number but not exceeding 80 metric number per single yarn)
520546Measuring per single yarn less than 125 decitex but not less than 106.38 decitex (exceeding 80 metric number but not exceeding 94 metric number per single yarn)
520547Measuring per single yarn less than 106.38 decitex but not less than 83.33 decitex (exceeding 94 metric number but not exceeding 120 metric number per single…
520548Measuring per single yarn less than 83.33 decitex (exceeding 120 metric number per single yarn)

Using HSN 5205 in GST

On GST invoices, a business with annual turnover up to ₹5 crore must show at least the first 4 digits (5205) on B2B invoices, and a business above ₹5 crore must show 6 digits on all invoices. The full 8-digit code is used for imports and exports.

The GST rate depends on the exact goods or service and any conditions in the rate notification, so it is not listed here. Check the official CBIC GST rate finder, then work out the tax with the GST calculator or make a bill with the GST invoice generator.

Frequently asked questions

What is HSN code 5205?

HSN code 5205 is the heading for: Cotton yarn (other than sewing thread), containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, not put up for retail sale.

What is the GST rate for HSN 5205?

GST rates are set by CBIC rate notifications and can depend on conditions, so check the CBIC GST rate finder for HSN 5205 before invoicing.

How many codes are under HSN 5205?

24 more detailed codes are listed directly under HSN 5205 in the GST list.