491199Sub-heading (6-digit)Section X

HSN Code 491199 – Printed Books, Newspapers, Pictures And Other Products Of The Printing Industry;…

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HSN Code

491199

Chapter

49

Digits

6-digit

Section

X

What is HSN Code 491199?

HSN code 491199 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Printed Books, Newspapers, Pictures And Other Products Of The Printing Industry;… 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 printed books, newspapers, pictures and other products of the printing industry;… must quote HSN 491199 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 491199

LevelCodeDescription
Chapter49printed books, newspapers, pictures and other products of the printing industry; manuscripts, typescripts and plans
Heading4911other printed matter, including printed pictures and photographs
Sub-heading491199other :

GST rate for HSN 491199

Goods under HSN 491199 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 491199 — FAQs

What is HSN code 491199?

HSN code 491199 classifies "Printed Books, Newspapers, Pictures And Other Products Of The Printing Industry;…" 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 491199?

491199 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 491199?

Goods under HSN 491199 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, Newspapers, Pictures And Other Products Of The Printing Industry;….

Which chapter does HSN code 491199 belong to?

HSN 491199 belongs to Chapter 49 — Printed Books, Newspapers, Pictures And Other Products Of The…, part of Section X: Pulp, Paper & Paperboard.

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