49040000Tariff Item (8-digit)Section X

HSN Code 49040000 – Music, Printed Or In Manuscript, Whether Or Not Bound Or Illustrated

Full GST classification for Music, Printed Or In Manuscript, Whether Or Not Bound Or Illustrated — chapter, heading and tariff hierarchy, GST rate slabs and related HSN codes. Updated for India GST.

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HSN Code

49040000

Chapter

49

Digits

8-digit

Section

X

What is HSN Code 49040000?

HSN code 49040000 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Music, Printed Or In Manuscript, Whether Or Not Bound Or Illustrated 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 music, printed or in manuscript, whether or not bound or illustrated must quote HSN 49040000 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 49040000

LevelCodeDescription
Chapter49printed books, newspapers, pictures and other products of the printing industry; manuscripts, typescripts and plans
Heading4904music, printed or in manuscript, whether or not bound or illustrated
Sub-heading490400music, printed or in manuscript, whether or not bound or illustrated
Tariff49040000music, printed or in manuscript, whether or not bound or illustrated

GST rate for HSN 49040000

Goods under HSN 49040000 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 49040000 — FAQs

What is HSN code 49040000?

HSN code 49040000 classifies "Music, Printed Or In Manuscript, Whether Or Not Bound Or Illustrated" 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 49040000?

49040000 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 49040000?

Goods under HSN 49040000 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 Music, Printed Or In Manuscript, Whether Or Not Bound Or Illustrated.

Which chapter does HSN code 49040000 belong to?

HSN 49040000 belongs to Chapter 49 — Printed Books, Newspapers, Pictures And Other Products Of The…, part of Section X: Pulp, Paper & Paperboard.

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