490700Sub-heading (6-digit)Section X

HSN Code 490700 – Unused Postage, Revenue Or Similar Stamps Of Current Or New Issue In The Country In Which…

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HSN Code

490700

Chapter

49

Digits

6-digit

Section

X

What is HSN Code 490700?

HSN code 490700 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Unused Postage, Revenue Or Similar Stamps Of Current Or New Issue In The Country In Which… 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 unused postage, revenue or similar stamps of current or new issue in the country in which… must quote HSN 490700 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 490700

LevelCodeDescription
Chapter49printed books, newspapers, pictures and other products of the printing industry; manuscripts, typescripts and plans
Heading4907unused postage, revenue or similar stamps of current or new issue in the country in which they have, or will have, a recognized face value; stamp-impressed paper; bank notes; cheque forms; stock, share or bond certificates and similar documents of title
Sub-heading490700unused postage, revenue or similar stamps of current or new issue in the country in which they have, or will have, a recognized face value, stamp-impressed paper, bank notes, cheque forms, stock, share or bond certificates and similar documents of title :

GST rate for HSN 490700

Goods under HSN 490700 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 490700 — FAQs

What is HSN code 490700?

HSN code 490700 classifies "Unused Postage, Revenue Or Similar Stamps Of Current Or New Issue In The Country In Which…" 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 490700?

490700 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 490700?

Goods under HSN 490700 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 Unused Postage, Revenue Or Similar Stamps Of Current Or New Issue In The Country In Which….

Which chapter does HSN code 490700 belong to?

HSN 490700 belongs to Chapter 49 — Printed Books, Newspapers, Pictures And Other Products Of The…, part of Section X: Pulp, Paper & Paperboard.

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