53011000Tariff Item (8-digit)Section XI

HSN Code 53011000 – Flax, Raw Or Retted

Full GST classification for Flax, Raw Or Retted — chapter, heading and tariff hierarchy, GST rate slabs and related HSN codes. Updated for India GST.

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HSN Code

53011000

Chapter

53

Digits

8-digit

Section

XI

What is HSN Code 53011000?

HSN code 53011000 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Flax, Raw Or Retted under India's Goods and Services Tax (GST). It is a 8-digit code sitting at the tariff item (8-digit) level of the HSN hierarchy.

This code belongs to Chapter 53 — Other Vegetable Textile Fibres; Paper Yarn And Woven Fabrics Of Paper…, which is part of Section XI: Textiles & Textile Articles. Every GST-registered business supplying flax, raw or retted must quote HSN 53011000 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 53011000

LevelCodeDescription
Chapter53other vegetable textile fibres; paper yarn and woven fabrics of paper yarn
Heading5301flax, raw or processed but not spun; flax tow and waste (including yarn waste and garnetted stock)
Sub-heading530110flax, raw or retted
Tariff53011000flax, raw or retted

GST rate for HSN 53011000

Goods under HSN 53011000 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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HSN Code 53011000 — FAQs

What is HSN code 53011000?

HSN code 53011000 classifies "Flax, Raw Or Retted" under India's GST regime. It falls under Chapter 53 (Other Vegetable Textile Fibres; Paper Yarn And Woven Fabrics Of Paper…) of the Harmonized System of Nomenclature.

How many digits is HSN code 53011000?

53011000 is a 8-digit HSN code — a tariff item (8-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 53011000?

Goods under HSN 53011000 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 Flax, Raw Or Retted.

Which chapter does HSN code 53011000 belong to?

HSN 53011000 belongs to Chapter 53 — Other Vegetable Textile Fibres; Paper Yarn And Woven Fabrics Of Paper…, part of Section XI: Textiles & Textile Articles.

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