GST Rate on Synthetic fabric
The GST rate on synthetic fabric is 5%, under HSN code 5512 (woven fabrics of synthetic staple fibres). Here is the full breakdown, a worked example, and related rates in Textiles & Apparel.
GST rate breakdown for synthetic fabric
- GST rate: 5%
- Intra-state: 2.5% CGST + 2.5% SGST
- Inter-state: 5% IGST
- HSN code on the invoice: 5512
- Also covers: polyester fabric
Rates reflect the GST 2.0 structure effective 22 September 2025 (slabs 0%, 5%, 18%, 40%). Apparel and footwear above ₹2,500 per piece are taxed at 18%; up to ₹2,500 the rate is 5%. Confirm the current rate on the official GST portal before invoicing.
Worked example: GST on synthetic fabric
- Taxable value: ₹10,000
- GST (5%): ₹500
- Within state: ₹250 CGST + ₹250 SGST
- To another state: ₹500 IGST
- Invoice total: ₹10,500
FAQs about GST on synthetic fabric
What is the GST rate on synthetic fabric?
The GST rate on synthetic fabric is 5%. Intra-state it is 2.5% CGST + 2.5% SGST; inter-state it is 5% IGST. Synthetic fabric falls under HSN code 5512.
What is the HSN code for synthetic fabric?
Synthetic fabric falls under HSN code 5512, which covers woven fabrics of synthetic staple fibres. Show this code on every GST tax invoice line for synthetic fabric.