49019900Tariff Item (8-digit)Section X

HSN Code 49019900 – Printed Books, Brochures, Leaflets And Similar Printed Matter, Whether Or Not In Single…

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HSN Code

49019900

Chapter

49

Digits

8-digit

Section

X

What is HSN Code 49019900?

HSN code 49019900 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Printed Books, Brochures, Leaflets And Similar Printed Matter, Whether Or Not In Single… 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 49 — Printed Books, Newspapers, Pictures And Other Products Of The…, which is part of Section X: Pulp, Paper & Paperboard. Every GST-registered business supplying printed books, brochures, leaflets and similar printed matter, whether or not in single… must quote HSN 49019900 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 49019900

LevelCodeDescription
Chapter49printed books, newspapers, pictures and other products of the printing industry; manuscripts, typescripts and plans
Heading4901printed books, brochures, leaflets and similar printed matter, whether or not in single sheets
Sub-heading490199other
Tariff49019900other

GST rate for HSN 49019900

Goods under HSN 49019900 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 49019900 — FAQs

What is HSN code 49019900?

HSN code 49019900 classifies "Printed Books, Brochures, Leaflets And Similar Printed Matter, Whether Or Not In Single…" under India's GST regime. It falls under Chapter 49 (Printed Books, Newspapers, Pictures And Other Products Of The…) of the Harmonized System of Nomenclature.

How many digits is HSN code 49019900?

49019900 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 49019900?

Goods under HSN 49019900 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 Printed Books, Brochures, Leaflets And Similar Printed Matter, Whether Or Not In Single….

Which chapter does HSN code 49019900 belong to?

HSN 49019900 belongs to Chapter 49 — Printed Books, Newspapers, Pictures And Other Products Of The…, part of Section X: Pulp, Paper & Paperboard.

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