47079000Tariff Item (8-digit)Section X

HSN Code 47079000 – Recovered (Waste And Scrap) Paper Or Paperboard

Full GST classification for Recovered (Waste And Scrap) Paper Or Paperboard — chapter, heading and tariff hierarchy, GST rate slabs and related HSN codes. Updated for India GST.

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HSN Code

47079000

Chapter

47

Digits

8-digit

Section

X

What is HSN Code 47079000?

HSN code 47079000 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Recovered (Waste And Scrap) Paper Or Paperboard under India's Goods and Services Tax (GST). It is a 8-digit code sitting at the tariff item (8-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 recovered (waste and scrap) paper or paperboard must quote HSN 47079000 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 47079000

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-heading470790other, including unsorted waste and scrap
Tariff47079000other, including unsorted waste and scrap

GST rate for HSN 47079000

Goods under HSN 47079000 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 47079000 — FAQs

What is HSN code 47079000?

HSN code 47079000 classifies "Recovered (Waste And Scrap) Paper Or Paperboard" 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 47079000?

47079000 is a 8-digit HSN code — a tariff item (8-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 47079000?

Goods under HSN 47079000 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 Recovered (Waste And Scrap) Paper Or Paperboard.

Which chapter does HSN code 47079000 belong to?

HSN 47079000 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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