48231900Tariff Item (8-digit)Section X

HSN Code 48231900 – Paper And Paperboard, Articles Of Paper Pulp, Of Paper Or Of Paperboard

Full GST classification for Paper And Paperboard, Articles Of Paper Pulp, Of Paper Or Of Paperboard — chapter, heading and tariff hierarchy, GST rate slabs and related HSN codes. Updated for India GST.

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HSN Code

48231900

Chapter

48

Digits

8-digit

Section

X

What is HSN Code 48231900?

HSN code 48231900 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Paper And Paperboard, Articles Of Paper Pulp, Of Paper Or Of Paperboard 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 paper and paperboard, articles of paper pulp, of paper or of paperboard must quote HSN 48231900 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 48231900

LevelCodeDescription
Chapter48paper and paperboard, articles of paper pulp, of paper or of paperboard
Heading4823other paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding and webs of cellulose fibers, cut to size or shape; other articles of paperpulp, paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding or webs of cellulose fibers
Sub-heading482319
Tariff48231900other paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding and webs of cellulose fibres, cut to size or shape; other articles of paper pulp, paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding or webs of cellulose fibres - gummed or adhesive paper, in strips or rolls : other

GST rate for HSN 48231900

Goods under HSN 48231900 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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Related HSN codes

HSN CodeDescription
48231200other paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding and webs of cellulose fibres, cut to size or shape; other articles of paper pulp, paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding or webs of cellulose fibres - gummed or adhesive paper, in strips or rolls : self-adhesive
482320filter paper and paperboard
482340rolls, sheets and dials, printed for self- recording apparatus
48236000other paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding and webs of cellulose fibres, cut to size or shape; other articles of paper pulp, paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding or webs of cellulose fibres - trays, dishes, plates, cups and the like, of paper and paperboard
482361of bamboo
482369other
482370moulded or pressed article of paper pulp :
482390other :

HSN Code 48231900 — FAQs

What is HSN code 48231900?

HSN code 48231900 classifies "Paper And Paperboard, Articles Of Paper Pulp, Of Paper Or Of Paperboard" 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 48231900?

48231900 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 48231900?

Goods under HSN 48231900 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 And Paperboard, Articles Of Paper Pulp, Of Paper Or Of Paperboard.

Which chapter does HSN code 48231900 belong to?

HSN 48231900 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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