491199Sub-heading (6-digit)Section X

HSN Code 491199 – Printed Matter, Including Printed Pictures And Photographs

Full GST classification for Printed Matter, Including Printed Pictures And Photographs — chapter, heading and tariff hierarchy, and related HSN codes.

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 Matter, Including Printed Pictures And Photographs 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 Printing Industry, which is part of Section X: Pulp, Paper & Paperboard. Every GST-registered business supplying printed matter, including printed pictures and photographs 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 :

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HSN Code 491199 — FAQs

What is HSN code 491199?

HSN code 491199 classifies "Printed Matter, Including Printed Pictures And Photographs" 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 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.

Which chapter does HSN code 491199 belong to?

HSN 491199 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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