470730Sub-heading (6-digit)Section X

HSN Code 470730 – Paper Or Paperboard Made Mainly Of Mechanical Pulp (For Example, Newspapers, Journals And…

Full GST classification for Paper Or Paperboard Made Mainly Of Mechanical Pulp (For Example, Newspapers, Journals And… — chapter, heading and tariff hierarchy, GST rate slabs and related HSN codes. Updated for India GST.

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HSN Code

470730

Chapter

47

Digits

6-digit

Section

X

What is HSN Code 470730?

HSN code 470730 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Paper Or Paperboard Made Mainly Of Mechanical Pulp (For Example, Newspapers, Journals And… under India's Goods and Services Tax (GST). It is a 6-digit code sitting at the sub-heading (6-digit) level of the HSN hierarchy.

This code belongs to Chapter 47 — Pulp Of Wood Or Of Other Fibrous Cellulosic Material, Recovered…, which is part of Section X: Pulp, Paper & Paperboard. Every GST-registered business supplying paper or paperboard made mainly of mechanical pulp (for example, newspapers, journals and… must quote HSN 470730 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 470730

LevelCodeDescription
Chapter47pulp of wood or of other fibrous cellulosic material, recovered (waste and scrap) paper or paperboard
Heading4707recovered (waste and scrap) paper or paperboard
Sub-heading470730paper or paperboard made mainly of mechanical pulp (for example, newspapers, journals and similar printed matter)

GST rate for HSN 470730

Goods under HSN 470730 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 470730 — FAQs

What is HSN code 470730?

HSN code 470730 classifies "Paper Or Paperboard Made Mainly Of Mechanical Pulp (For Example, Newspapers, Journals And…" under India's GST regime. It falls under Chapter 47 (Pulp Of Wood Or Of Other Fibrous Cellulosic Material, Recovered…) of the Harmonized System of Nomenclature.

How many digits is HSN code 470730?

470730 is a 6-digit HSN code — a sub-heading (6-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 470730?

Goods under HSN 470730 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 Paper Or Paperboard Made Mainly Of Mechanical Pulp (For Example, Newspapers, Journals And….

Which chapter does HSN code 470730 belong to?

HSN 470730 belongs to Chapter 47 — Pulp Of Wood Or Of Other Fibrous Cellulosic Material, Recovered…, part of Section X: Pulp, Paper & Paperboard.

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