Chapter 5516 Tariff Headings
HSN Codes Chapter 55: Man-made staple fibres
Chapter 55 of the GST HSN tariff classifies man-made staple fibres. This chapter contains 16 4-digit tariff headings with applicable GST rates effective 22 September 2025.
Official CBIC Rates (Notification 09/2025 & 10/2025)GST rates as per CBIC Notifications 09/2025 and 10/2025 (Central Tax - Rate), effective 22 September 2025. Last updated: October 2026. Always verify on the official GST portal before filing.. Main active GST slabs across goods are 0%, 5%, 18% and 40%.
4-Digit Tariff Headings in Chapter 55
Select any heading below to view its complete 6-digit and 8-digit sub-codes, item-level rate specifications, and CBIC notification details.
Synthetic Staple Fibres, Not Carded, Combed Or Otherwise Processed For Spinning
GST Rate:
5%
Artificial Staple Fibres, Not Carded, Combed Or Otherwise Processed For Spinning
GST Rate:
5%
Waste (Including Noils, Yarn Waste And Garnetted Stock) Of Man-Made Fibres
GST Rate:
5%
Synthetic Staple Fibres, Carded Combed Or Otherwise Processed For Spinning
GST Rate:
5%
Artificial Staple Fibres, Carded, Combed Or Otherwise Processed For Spinning
GST Rate:
5%
Sewing Thread Of Man-Made Staple Fibres, Whether Or Not Put Up For Retail Sale
GST Rate:
5%
Yarn (Other Than Sewing Thread) Of Synthetic Staple Fibres, Not Put Up For Retail Sale
GST Rate:
5%
Yarn (Other Than Sewing Thread) Of Artificial Staple Fibres, Not Put Up For Retail Sale
GST Rate:
5%
Yarn (Other Than Sewing Thread) Of Man-Made Staple Fibres, Put Up For Retail Sale
GST Rate:
5%
Woven Fabrics Of Synthetic Staple Fibres, Containing 85% Or More By Weight Of Synthetic Staple Fibres
GST Rate:
5%
Woven Fabrics Of Synthetic Staple Fibres, Containing Less Than 85% By Weight Of Such Fibres, Mixed Mainly Or Solely With Cotton, Of A Weight Not Exceeding 170 G/M1
GST Rate:
5%
Woven Fabrics Of Synthetic Staple Fibres, Containing Less Than 85% By Weight Of Such Fibres, Mixed Mainly Or Solely With Cotton, Of A Weight Exceeding 170 G/M1
GST Rate:
5%
How Many HSN Digits Do You Need to Mention?
Under GST Notification 78/2020-Central Tax, businesses must declare HSN codes on tax invoices according to annual aggregate turnover:
| Annual Turnover | B2B Invoices | B2C Invoices |
|---|---|---|
| Up to ₹5 Crore | 4 Digits minimum | Optional (4 Digits recommended) |
| Above ₹5 Crore | 6 Digits mandatory | 6 Digits mandatory |
| Exports / Imports | 8 Digits mandatory | 8 Digits mandatory |