The HSN code for women’s suits and ensembles is 6204 when the garments are not knitted or crocheted. The specific classification depends on whether the product is a suit or ensemble and the textile material used.
The applicable GST rate is 5% for garments with a sale value not exceeding ₹2,500 per piece and 18% for garments above ₹2,500 per piece.
What Is the HSN Code for Women’s Suits and Ensembles?
Women’s and girls’ woven suits and ensembles fall under HSN Heading 6204.
This heading covers several types of women’s garments, including suits, ensembles, jackets, blazers, dresses, skirts and trousers.
For suits and ensembles specifically, the tariff distinguishes products based on their textile composition.
Women’s Suits and Ensembles HSN Code – Quick Summary
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Product | Women’s Suits and Ensembles |
| Main HSN Code | 6204 |
| Chapter | 62 – Apparel not knitted or crocheted |
| Women’s Suits | 620411 to 620419 |
| Women’s Ensembles | 620421 to 620429 |
| GST up to ₹2,500 per piece | 5% |
| GST above ₹2,500 per piece | 18% |
HSN Codes for Different Types of Women’s Suits and Ensembles
The exact HSN depends on the garment type and fabric.
Women’s Suits
| HSN Subheading | Description |
|---|---|
| 620411 | Suits made of wool or fine animal hair |
| 620412 | Cotton suits |
| 620413 | Synthetic-fibre suits |
| 620419 | Suits made of other textile materials |
Women’s Ensembles
| HSN Subheading | Description |
|---|---|
| 620421 | Ensembles made of wool or fine animal hair |
| 620422 | Cotton ensembles |
| 620423 | Synthetic-fibre ensembles |
| 620429 | Ensembles made of other textile materials |
These are six-digit classifications. The applicable eight-digit Indian tariff code should be selected based on the specific garment and any additional distinctions in the tariff schedule.
GST Rate on Women’s Suits and Ensembles
The GST rate for qualifying women’s suits and ensembles under Chapter 62 depends on the sale value per piece.
| Sale Value | GST Rate |
|---|---|
| Not exceeding ₹2,500 per piece | 5% |
| Exceeding ₹2,500 per piece | 18% |
For garments attracting 5% GST, the applicable intra-state tax is 2.5% CGST and 2.5% SGST.
For garments attracting 18% GST, the applicable intra-state tax is 9% CGST and 9% SGST.
The revised ₹2,500 threshold became effective on 22 September 2025.
Difference Between Women’s Suits and Ensembles
Although both fall under HSN 6204 when made from woven fabrics, suits and ensembles have distinct tariff classifications.
Women’s suits generally consist of matching garments designed as a coordinated formal outfit, meeting the relevant tariff definition of a suit.
Women’s ensembles are coordinated sets of garments made from compatible fabric and intended to be worn together, meeting the tariff definition of an ensemble.
A matching outfit is not automatically an ensemble for HSN purposes. Its components and construction must satisfy the applicable classification requirements.
Does HSN 6204 Apply to Salwar Suits and Kurta Sets?
Not necessarily.
Traditional Indian garments such as salwar-kameez sets, kurta sets and other ethnic outfits should be classified according to their actual construction, textile material and applicable tariff description.
They should not automatically be assigned HSN 6204 merely because they are commercially described as women’s suits.
Similarly, knitted or crocheted women’s garments generally fall under Chapter 61, with Heading 6104 covering qualifying women’s suits and ensembles.
How to Identify the Correct HSN Code
Businesses selling women’s suits and ensembles should check three factors:
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Garment construction: Whether the clothing is woven or knitted.
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Product type: Whether it qualifies as a suit, ensemble or another garment.
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Fabric composition: Whether it is made from cotton, wool, synthetic fibres or another textile material.
These details help identify the appropriate tariff subheading and specific Indian eight-digit classification.
Related HSN Codes
| HSN Code | Description |
|---|---|
| 6104 | Women’s or girls’ knitted or crocheted suits, ensembles and related garments |
| 6204 | Women’s or girls’ woven suits, ensembles and related garments |
| 6206 | Women’s or girls’ blouses, shirts and shirt-blouses |
| 6211 | Certain other garments, including specified tracksuits and similar clothing |
Frequently Asked Questions
Does embroidery change the HSN code for a women's suit?
It can affect the specific eight-digit tariff item. Certain Indian tariff classifications distinguish embroidered garments, including particular types of embroidery.
Is the GST threshold based on the MRP?
The applicable GST entry refers to the sale value per piece, not simply the printed MRP. Businesses should apply the relevant valuation rules when determining the rate.
Can a separately sold blazer use the same HSN as a complete suit?
Not automatically. A separately sold women's blazer generally falls under the relevant jacket or blazer classification within Heading 6204 rather than the subheading for a complete suit.
Do unstitched dress materials fall under HSN 6204?
Not automatically. Unstitched fabric and dress materials may be classified under the applicable textile fabric headings rather than as finished garments.
Sources
- Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) — ITC-HS Classification of Readymade Garments
- GST Council — 56th GST Council meeting recommendations and September 2025 rate changes
- Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) — GST Rate Notifications for Chapter 62
- Customs Tariff Act, 1975 — Chapter 62 and Heading 6204
Last Reviewed: 8 October 2026
