48025770Tariff Item (8-digit)Section X

HSN Code 48025770 – Paper For Security Printing, Currency Paper, Stamp Paper

Full GST classification for Paper For Security Printing, Currency Paper, Stamp Paper — chapter, heading and tariff hierarchy, GST rate slabs and related HSN codes. Updated for India GST.

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HSN Code

48025770

Chapter

48

Digits

8-digit

Section

X

What is HSN Code 48025770?

HSN code 48025770 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Paper For Security Printing, Currency Paper, Stamp Paper 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 48 — Paper And Paperboard, Articles Of Paper Pulp, Of Paper Or Of…, which is part of Section X: Pulp, Paper & Paperboard. Every GST-registered business supplying paper for security printing, currency paper, stamp paper must quote HSN 48025770 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 48025770

LevelCodeDescription
Chapter48paper and paperboard, articles of paper pulp, of paper or of paperboard
Heading4802uncoated paper and paperboard, of a kind used for writing, printing or other graphic purposes, and non-perforated punch card and punch tape paper, in rolls or rectangular (including square) sheets of any size, other than paper of heading 4801 or 4803, hand-made paper and paperboard
Sub-heading480257other, weighing 40 g/ or more but not more than 150 g/ :
Tariff48025770paper for security printing, currency paper, stamp paper

GST rate for HSN 48025770

Goods under HSN 48025770 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 48025770 — FAQs

What is HSN code 48025770?

HSN code 48025770 classifies "Paper For Security Printing, Currency Paper, Stamp Paper" under India's GST regime. It falls under Chapter 48 (Paper And Paperboard, Articles Of Paper Pulp, Of Paper Or Of…) of the Harmonized System of Nomenclature.

How many digits is HSN code 48025770?

48025770 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 48025770?

Goods under HSN 48025770 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 For Security Printing, Currency Paper, Stamp Paper.

Which chapter does HSN code 48025770 belong to?

HSN 48025770 belongs to Chapter 48 — Paper And Paperboard, Articles Of Paper Pulp, Of Paper Or Of…, part of Section X: Pulp, Paper & Paperboard.

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