48205000Tariff Item (8-digit)Section X

HSN Code 48205000 – Albums For Samples Or For Collections

Full GST classification for Albums For Samples Or For Collections — chapter, heading and tariff hierarchy, GST rate slabs and related HSN codes. Updated for India GST.

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HSN Code

48205000

Chapter

48

Digits

8-digit

Section

X

What is HSN Code 48205000?

HSN code 48205000 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Albums For Samples Or For Collections 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 albums for samples or for collections must quote HSN 48205000 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 48205000

LevelCodeDescription
Chapter48paper and paperboard, articles of paper pulp, of paper or of paperboard
Heading4820registers, account books, note books, order books, receipt books, letter pads, memorandum pads, diaries and similar articles, exercise books, blotting-pads, binders (loose-leaf or other), folders, file covers, manifold business forms, interleaved carbon sets and other articles of stationery, of paper or pape rboard, albums for samples or for collections and book covers, of paper or paperboard
Sub-heading482050albums for samples or for collections
Tariff48205000albums for samples or for collections

GST rate for HSN 48205000

Goods under HSN 48205000 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 48205000 — FAQs

What is HSN code 48205000?

HSN code 48205000 classifies "Albums For Samples Or For Collections" 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 48205000?

48205000 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 48205000?

Goods under HSN 48205000 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 Albums For Samples Or For Collections.

Which chapter does HSN code 48205000 belong to?

HSN 48205000 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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