What is the GST (IGST) rate for HSN code 54011000?

HSN code 54011000 (Sewing Thread) attracts 5% IGST under Schedule I of the GST notification.

What is the customs duty (BCD) for HSN code 54011000?

The Basic Customs Duty (BCD) for HSN code 54011000 is 5%. On import, the landed duty also adds Social Welfare Surcharge (on BCD) and IGST (on the duty-inclusive value).

What does HSN code 54011000 cover?

HSN code 54011000 covers Sewing Thread. It sits under Chapter 54 – Man-made filaments; strip and the like of man-made textile materials, in Section XI – TEXTILES AND TEXTILE ARTICLES.

What is the unit of measurement for HSN code 54011000?

The standard unit of quantity (UQC) for HSN code 54011000 is kg, as listed in the Customs Tariff.

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Sewing Thread HSN Code 5401

Q: What is the HSN code for Sewing Thread?

The HSN code for Sewing Thread is 54011000, classified under Chapter 54 – Man-made filaments; strip and the like of man-made textile materials of India's Customs Tariff (ITC-HS).

Q: What is the HSN code for sewing thread?

Sewing thread of synthetic filaments is classified under 54011000 and of artificial filaments under 54012000, within heading 5401.

5% IGSTSchedule I

Sewing thread of man-made filaments is classified under HSN heading 5401, split into synthetic and artificial filament thread.

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Sewing Thread HSN codes & GST rates

The 8-digit HSN/HS codes under heading 5401 (sewing thread of man-made filaments, whether or not put up for retail sale). Click any code for the full duty stack, IGST schedule and FTA preferential rates.

HSN code	Description	IGST	BCD
54011000	Of synthetic filaments	5%	5%
54012000	Of artificial filaments	5%	5%

FTA preferential rates: 11 partner agreement(s) listed for 54011000; best preferential rate 0% via ASEAN countries; 9 partner(s) at 0%. See full FTA breakdown →

What is the HSN code for sewing thread?

The HSN code for sewing thread is 5401 at the 4-digit heading level. For GST invoicing and customs filing you generally need the full 8-digit tariff item — for sewing thread the most common is 54011000, which attracts 5% IGST.

HSN (Harmonized System of Nomenclature) codes are India's standardised product-classification system used for both GST and customs. The first 2 digits are the chapter, 4 digits the heading, 6 digits the international subheading and 8 digits the India-specific tariff item. Always confirm the exact 8-digit code for your specific variant, and verify the rate against the latest CBIC/DGFT notification before filing.

How sewing thread is classified under HSN

The HSN classification for sewing thread narrows down level by level — from the broad section to the specific 8-digit tariff item used on your invoice and Bill of Entry.

Chapter 542-digitMan-made filaments; strip and the like of man-made textile materials
54014-digit headingSEWING THREAD OF MAN-MADE FILAMENTS, WHETHER OR NOT PUT UP FOR RETAIL SALE
5401106-digit subheadingSEWING THREAD OF MAN-MADE FILAMENTS, WHETHER OR NOT PUT UP FOR RETAIL SALE
540110008-digit tariff itemOf synthetic filaments

Section XI — TEXTILES AND TEXTILE ARTICLES

GST on sewing thread

Sewing Thread (HSN 5401) attracts 5% GST under GST Schedule I. On a sale within the same state this is charged as 2.5% CGST + 2.5% SGST; on an inter-state sale or an import it is charged as a single 5% IGST. This is the rate recorded for the primary code 54011000 — other variants in the table above can carry different rates, so match your exact product and verify against the latest CBIC GST rate notification.

Customs duty on imported sewing thread

When sewing thread (HSN 54011000) is imported into India, the duty stack is approximately: Basic Customs Duty (BCD) 5%, AIDC 5%, Social Welfare Surcharge on the aggregate of customs duties, plus IGST 5% on the assessable value plus duties.

Indicative total duty on ₹100 of assessable value: ₹11.0638. This is an estimate — the actual amount depends on valuation, exemptions and the notifications in force on the date of import.

See the full duty breakdown for 54011000 →

Conclusion

The HSN code for sewing thread is 5401 at the heading level, with 54011000 the most commonly used 8-digit tariff item (5% GST). Always pick the 8-digit code that matches your exact product variant from the table above, and confirm the GST rate and customs duty against the latest CBIC/DGFT notifications before invoicing or filing a Bill of Entry.