48172000Tariff Item (8-digit)Section X

HSN Code 48172000 – Letter Cards, Plain Postcards And Correspondence Cards

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

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HSN Code

48172000

Chapter

48

Digits

8-digit

Section

X

What is HSN Code 48172000?

HSN code 48172000 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Letter Cards, Plain Postcards And Correspondence Cards 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 letter cards, plain postcards and correspondence cards must quote HSN 48172000 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 48172000

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
Sub-heading481720letter cards, plain postcards and correspondence cards
Tariff48172000letter cards, plain postcards and correspondence cards

GST rate for HSN 48172000

Goods under HSN 48172000 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 48172000 — FAQs

What is HSN code 48172000?

HSN code 48172000 classifies "Letter Cards, Plain Postcards And Correspondence Cards" 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 48172000?

48172000 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 48172000?

Goods under HSN 48172000 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 Letter Cards, Plain Postcards And Correspondence Cards.

Which chapter does HSN code 48172000 belong to?

HSN 48172000 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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