490290Sub-heading (6-digit)Section X

HSN Code 490290 – Newspapers, Journals And Periodicals, Whether Or Not Illustrated Or Containing…

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HSN Code

490290

Chapter

49

Digits

6-digit

Section

X

What is HSN Code 490290?

HSN code 490290 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Newspapers, Journals And Periodicals, Whether Or Not Illustrated Or Containing… under India's Goods and Services Tax (GST). It is a 6-digit code sitting at the sub-heading (6-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 newspapers, journals and periodicals, whether or not illustrated or containing… must quote HSN 490290 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 490290

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-heading490290other :

GST rate for HSN 490290

Goods under HSN 490290 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 490290 — FAQs

What is HSN code 490290?

HSN code 490290 classifies "Newspapers, Journals And Periodicals, Whether Or Not Illustrated Or Containing…" 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 490290?

490290 is a 6-digit HSN code — a sub-heading (6-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 490290?

Goods under HSN 490290 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 Newspapers, Journals And Periodicals, Whether Or Not Illustrated Or Containing….

Which chapter does HSN code 490290 belong to?

HSN 490290 belongs to Chapter 49 — Printed Books, Newspapers, Pictures And Other Products Of The…, part of Section X: Pulp, Paper & Paperboard.

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