520790Sub-heading (6-digit)Section XI

HSN Code 520790 – Cotton Yarn (Other Than Sewing Thread) Put Up For Retail Sale

Full GST classification for Cotton Yarn (Other Than Sewing Thread) Put Up For Retail Sale — chapter, heading and tariff hierarchy, GST rate slabs and related HSN codes. Updated for India GST.

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HSN Code

520790

Chapter

52

Digits

6-digit

Section

XI

What is HSN Code 520790?

HSN code 520790 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Cotton Yarn (Other Than Sewing Thread) Put Up For Retail Sale under India's Goods and Services Tax (GST). It is a 6-digit code sitting at the sub-heading (6-digit) level of the HSN hierarchy.

This code belongs to Chapter 52 — Cotton, which is part of Section XI: Textiles & Textile Articles. Every GST-registered business supplying cotton yarn (other than sewing thread) put up for retail sale must quote HSN 520790 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 520790

LevelCodeDescription
Chapter52cotton
Heading5207cotton yarn (other than sewing thread) put up for retail sale
Sub-heading520790other

GST rate for HSN 520790

Goods under HSN 520790 attract GST at one of the five standard slabs. The exact rate depends on the specific product and the latest GST Council notification — always confirm before invoicing.

0%

Nil / Exempt

Fresh produce, milk, cereals, books

5%

Merit rate

Essentials, packaged food, transport

12%

Standard-low

Processed food, mobiles, apparel > ₹1,000

18%

Standard

Most goods, electronics, services

28%

Demerit / luxury

Cars, cement, aerated drinks, tobacco

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Sub-codes under this classification

HSN CodeDescription
52079000other

HSN Code 520790 — FAQs

What is HSN code 520790?

HSN code 520790 classifies "Cotton Yarn (Other Than Sewing Thread) Put Up For Retail Sale" under India's GST regime. It falls under Chapter 52 (Cotton) of the Harmonized System of Nomenclature.

How many digits is HSN code 520790?

520790 is a 6-digit HSN code — a sub-heading (6-digit). Businesses declare 4-digit HSN (turnover up to ₹5 crore) or 6-digit HSN (above ₹5 crore) on GST invoices; 8-digit codes are used for exports and imports.

What is the GST rate for HSN code 520790?

Goods under HSN 520790 are taxed at one of the GST slabs — 0%, 5%, 12%, 18% or 28% — depending on the exact product and the latest GST Council notification. Use the Laabam.One GST Rate Finder to confirm the current rate for Cotton Yarn (Other Than Sewing Thread) Put Up For Retail Sale.

Which chapter does HSN code 520790 belong to?

HSN 520790 belongs to Chapter 52 — Cotton, part of Section XI: Textiles & Textile Articles.

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