4817Heading (4-digit)Section X

HSN Code 4817 – Envelopes, Letter Cards, Plain Postcards And Correspondence Cards, Of Paper Or…

Full GST classification for Envelopes, Letter Cards, Plain Postcards And Correspondence Cards, Of Paper Or… — chapter, heading and tariff hierarchy, GST rate slabs and related HSN codes. Updated for India GST.

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HSN Code

4817

Chapter

48

Digits

4-digit

Section

X

What is HSN Code 4817?

HSN code 4817 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Envelopes, Letter Cards, Plain Postcards And Correspondence Cards, Of Paper Or… under India's Goods and Services Tax (GST). It is a 4-digit code sitting at the heading (4-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 envelopes, letter cards, plain postcards and correspondence cards, of paper or… must quote HSN 4817 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 4817

LevelCodeDescription
Chapter48paper and paperboard, articles of paper pulp, of paper or of paperboard
Heading4817envelopes, letter cards, plain postcards and correspondence cards, of paper or paperboard; boxes, pouches, wallets and writing compendiums, of paper or paperboard, containing an assortment of paper stationery

GST rate for HSN 4817

Goods under HSN 4817 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 4817 — FAQs

What is HSN code 4817?

HSN code 4817 classifies "Envelopes, Letter Cards, Plain Postcards And Correspondence Cards, Of Paper Or…" 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 4817?

4817 is a 4-digit HSN code — a heading (4-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 4817?

Goods under HSN 4817 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 Envelopes, Letter Cards, Plain Postcards And Correspondence Cards, Of Paper Or….

Which chapter does HSN code 4817 belong to?

HSN 4817 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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