The Harmonized System of Nomenclature (HSN) code is an internationally standardized system for classifying products in the import-export trade. It was developed and is maintained by the World Customs Organization (WCO). The HSN code is used to classify goods for taxation and regulatory purposes, making international trade more efficient and standardized.
The HSN code is a numerical code assigned to each product, and it typically consists of six to eight digits. The code is organized in a hierarchical structure, with the first two digits representing the chapter, the next two digits indicating the heading, and the subsequent digits providing more detailed product classification. The HSN code ensures that products are classified uniformly across borders, facilitating the smooth movement of goods and helping customs authorities in different countries apply consistent tariff rates.
Harmonized System of Nomenclature (HSN) codes for cloth manufacturing may vary based on specific characteristics of the garments. Here are some general HSN codes for different types of clothing items in India:
- Cotton T-shirts:
- HSN Code: 6109
- Cotton Shirts:
- HSN Code: 6205
- Cotton Trousers:
- HSN Code: 6203
- Cotton Dresses:
- HSN Code: 6204
- Cotton Jackets:
- HSN Code: 6201
- Cotton Kurtis:
- HSN Code: 6104
- Cotton Sarees:
- HSN Code: 5208
- Cotton Pajamas:
- HSN Code: 6207
- Polyester T-shirts:
- HSN Code: 6109
- Polyester Shirts:
- HSN Code: 6205
- Polyester Trousers:
- HSN Code: 6203
- Polyester Dresses:
- HSN Code: 6204
- Polyester Jackets:
- HSN Code: 6201
- Polyester Kurtis:
- HSN Code: 6104
- Polyester Sarees:
- HSN Code: 5407
- Polyester Pajamas:
- HSN Code: 6207
- Polyester T-shirts:
- HSN Code: 6109
- Polyester Shirts:
- HSN Code: 6205
- Polyester Trousers:
- HSN Code: 6203
- Polyester Dresses:
- HSN Code: 6204
- Polyester Jackets:
- HSN Code: 6201
- Polyester Kurtis:
- HSN Code: 6104
- Polyester Sarees:
- HSN Code: 5407
- Polyester Pajamas:
- HSN Code: 6207
- T-shirts of Man-made Fibers:
- HS Code: 6112
- T-shirts of Other Textile Materials:
- HS Code: 6114
- Readymade Garments of Cotton:
- HSN Code: 6101 to 6110
- Readymade Garments of Man-made Fibers:
- HSN Code: 6101 to 6110
- Readymade Garments of Other Textile Materials:
- HSN Code: 6101 to 6110
If you want to know further to know the different HSN codes for cloth manufacturing, visit the GST website