56012110Tariff Item (8-digit)Section XI

HSN Code 56012110 – Absorbent Cotton Wool

Full GST classification for Absorbent Cotton Wool — chapter, heading and tariff hierarchy, GST rate slabs and related HSN codes. Updated for India GST.

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HSN Code

56012110

Chapter

56

Digits

8-digit

Section

XI

What is HSN Code 56012110?

HSN code 56012110 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Absorbent Cotton Wool 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 56 — Wadding, Felt And Nonwovens; Special Yarns; Twine, Cordage, Ropes And…, which is part of Section XI: Textiles & Textile Articles. Every GST-registered business supplying absorbent cotton wool must quote HSN 56012110 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 56012110

LevelCodeDescription
Chapter56wadding, felt and nonwovens; special yarns; twine, cordage, ropes and cables and articles thereof
Heading5601wadding of textile materials and articles thereof, textile fibres, not exceeding 5 mm in length (flock), textile dust and mill neps
Sub-heading560121of cotton :
Tariff56012110absorbent cotton wool

GST rate for HSN 56012110

Goods under HSN 56012110 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 56012110 — FAQs

What is HSN code 56012110?

HSN code 56012110 classifies "Absorbent Cotton Wool" under India's GST regime. It falls under Chapter 56 (Wadding, Felt And Nonwovens; Special Yarns; Twine, Cordage, Ropes And…) of the Harmonized System of Nomenclature.

How many digits is HSN code 56012110?

56012110 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 56012110?

Goods under HSN 56012110 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 Absorbent Cotton Wool.

Which chapter does HSN code 56012110 belong to?

HSN 56012110 belongs to Chapter 56 — Wadding, Felt And Nonwovens; Special Yarns; Twine, Cordage, Ropes And…, part of Section XI: Textiles & Textile Articles.

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