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Sweater HSN Code 6110

18% IGSTSchedule II

Jerseys, pullovers, cardigans and waistcoats (knitted) are classified under HSN heading 6110. Jerseys and sweaters/cardigans each have their own tariff item.

Heading
6110
Primary code
61101120
GST / IGST
18%
Customs duty (BCD)
20%

Sweater HSN codes & GST rates

The 8-digit HSN/HS codes under heading 6110 (jerseys, pullovers, cardigans, waistcoats and similar articles, knitted or crocheted ---- of wool or fine animal hair :). Click any code for the full duty stack, IGST schedule and FTA preferential rates.

HSN codeDescriptionIGSTBCD
61101110- Jerseys whichever is higher18%20%
61101120- Sweaters and cardigans whichever is higher18%20%

FTA preferential rates: 6 partner agreement(s) listed for 61101120; best preferential rate 0% via Japan; 6 partner(s) at 0%. See full FTA breakdown →

What is the HSN code for sweater?

The HSN code for sweater is 6110 at the 4-digit heading level. For GST invoicing and customs filing you generally need the full 8-digit tariff item — for sweater the most common is 61101120, which attracts 18% 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 sweater is classified under HSN

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

  1. Chapter 612-digitArticles of apparel and clothing accessories, knitted or crocheted
  2. 61104-digit headingJERSEYS, PULLOVERS, CARDIGANS, WAISTCOATS AND SIMILAR ARTICLES, KNITTED OR CROCHETED ---- Of wool or fine animal hair :
  3. 6110116-digit subheading- Of wool :
  4. 611011208-digit tariff item- Sweaters and cardigans whichever is higher

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GST on sweater

Sweater (HSN 6110) attracts 18% GST under GST Schedule II. On a sale within the same state this is charged as 9% CGST + 9% SGST; on an inter-state sale or an import it is charged as a single 18% IGST. This is the rate recorded for the primary code 61101120 — 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 sweater

When sweater (HSN 61101120) is imported into India, the duty stack is approximately: Basic Customs Duty (BCD) 20%, AIDC 20%, Social Welfare Surcharge on the aggregate of customs duties, plus IGST 18% on the assessable value plus duties.

Indicative total duty on ₹100 of assessable value: 49.152. 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 61101120

Conclusion

The HSN code for sweater is 6110 at the heading level, with 61101120 the most commonly used 8-digit tariff item (18% 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.

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Source: CBIC Part II Import Tariff, chapter-wise PDFs·Last reviewed: