HSN Code 481190 – Paper, Paperboard, Cellulose Wadding And Webs Of Cellulose…

HSN Code

481190

Chapter

Digits

6-digit

Section

What is HSN Code 481190?

HSN code 481190 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Paper, Paperboard, Cellulose Wadding And Webs Of Cellulose Fibres, Coated, Impregnated,… 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 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, paperboard, cellulose wadding and webs of cellulose fibres, coated, impregnated,… must quote HSN 481190 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 481190

Level	Code	Description
Chapter	48	paper and paperboard, articles of paper pulp, of paper or of paperboard
Heading	4811	paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding and webs of cellulose fibres, coated, impregnated, covered, surface-coloured , surface-decorated or printed, in rolls or rectangular (including square) sheets, of any size, other than goods of the kind described in heading 4803, 4809 or 4809
Sub-heading	481190	other paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding and webs of cellulose fibres :

GST rate for HSN 481190

Goods under HSN 481190 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.

Nil / Exempt

Fresh produce, milk, cereals, books

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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Sub-codes under this classification

HSN Code	Description
48119011	handmade paper and paperboard, rules, lined or squared but not otherwise printed
48119012	chromo and art paper, coated
48119013	building board of paper or pulp, impregnated
48119014	chromo board
48119015	raw base paper for sensitising, coated
48119016	surface marbled paper
48119017	leather board and imitation leather board
48119018	matrix board
48119091	grape guard paper
48119093	thermal paper for fax machines
48119094	thermal paper in jumbo rolls (of size 1 m and above in width and 5,000 m and above in length)
48119095	thermal paper in jumbo rolls (of size 1 m and above in width and less than 5,000 m in length)
48119096	thermal paper in rolls of size less than 1 m in width
48119099	other

HSN Code 481190 — FAQs

What is HSN code 481190?

HSN code 481190 classifies "Paper, Paperboard, Cellulose Wadding And Webs Of Cellulose Fibres, Coated, Impregnated,…" 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 481190?

481190 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 481190?

Goods under HSN 481190 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, Paperboard, Cellulose Wadding And Webs Of Cellulose Fibres, Coated, Impregnated,….

Which chapter does HSN code 481190 belong to?

HSN 481190 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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HSN Code 481190 – Paper, Paperboard, Cellulose Wadding And Webs Of Cellulose Fibres, Coated, Impregnated,…