49021010Tariff Item (8-digit)Section X

HSN Code 49021010 – Newspapers

Full GST classification for Newspapers — chapter, heading and tariff hierarchy, and related HSN codes.

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HSN Code

49021010

Chapter

49

Digits

8-digit

Section

X

What is HSN Code 49021010?

HSN code 49021010 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Newspapers 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 Printing Industry, which is part of Section X: Pulp, Paper & Paperboard. Every GST-registered business supplying newspapers must quote HSN 49021010 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 49021010

LevelCodeDescription
Chapter49printed books, newspapers, pictures and other products of the printing industry; manuscripts, typescripts and plans
Heading4902newspapers, journals and periodicals, whether or not illustrated or containing advertising material
Sub-heading490210appearing at least four times a week :
Tariff49021010newspapers

HSN Code 49021010 — FAQs

What is HSN code 49021010?

HSN code 49021010 classifies "Newspapers" under India's GST regime. It falls under Chapter 49 (Printed Books, Newspapers, Pictures And Other Products Of The Printing Industry) of the Harmonized System of Nomenclature.

How many digits is HSN code 49021010?

49021010 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.

Which chapter does HSN code 49021010 belong to?

HSN 49021010 belongs to Chapter 49 — Printed Books, Newspapers, Pictures And Other Products Of The Printing Industry, part of Section X: Pulp, Paper & Paperboard.

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