48081000Tariff Item (8-digit)Section X

HSN Code 48081000 – Corrugated Paper And Paperboard, Whether Or Not Perforated

Full GST classification for Corrugated Paper And Paperboard, Whether Or Not Perforated — chapter, heading and tariff hierarchy, GST rate slabs and related HSN codes. Updated for India GST.

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HSN Code

48081000

Chapter

48

Digits

8-digit

Section

X

What is HSN Code 48081000?

HSN code 48081000 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Corrugated Paper And Paperboard, Whether Or Not Perforated 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 corrugated paper and paperboard, whether or not perforated must quote HSN 48081000 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 48081000

LevelCodeDescription
Chapter48paper and paperboard, articles of paper pulp, of paper or of paperboard
Heading4808paper and paperboard, corrugated (with or without glued flat surface sheets), creped, crinkled, embossed or perforated, in rolls or sheets, other than paper of the kind described in heading 4803
Sub-heading480810corrugated paper and paperboard, whether or not perforated
Tariff48081000corrugated paper and paperboard, whether or not perforated

GST rate for HSN 48081000

Goods under HSN 48081000 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 48081000 — FAQs

What is HSN code 48081000?

HSN code 48081000 classifies "Corrugated Paper And Paperboard, Whether Or Not Perforated" 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 48081000?

48081000 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 48081000?

Goods under HSN 48081000 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 Corrugated Paper And Paperboard, Whether Or Not Perforated.

Which chapter does HSN code 48081000 belong to?

HSN 48081000 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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