HSN Code 37040030 represents Photographic Paper and Paperboard under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Photographic Paper and Paperboard correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Code 37040030, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import or export of Photographic Paper and Paperboard.
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HSN Code 37040030 relates to the following description.
Description of Goods
Photographic plates, film, paper, paper board and textiles, exposed but not developed : Sensitised textiles
Chapter
37 - Photographic or cinematographic goods
Sub Chapter
3704 - Photographic plates, film, paper, paper board and textiles, exposed but not developed
CGST
9%
SGST
9%
IGST
18%
CESS
0%
Photographic Paper and Paperboard does not include products with the following descriptions.
Photographic plates, film, paper, paper board and textiles, exposed but not developed : Photographic paper, or paperboard
Photographic plates, film, paper, paper board and textiles, exposed but not developed : Cinematographic plates and film
Photographic plates, film, paper, paper board and textiles, exposed but not developed : Other
Photographic plates, film, paper, paper board and textiles, exposed but not developed : Photographic paper, or paperboard
Photographic plates, film, paper, paper board and textiles, exposed but not developed : Cinematographic plates and film
Photographic plates, film, paper, paper board and textiles, exposed but not developed : Other
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Clear answers to common queries about HSN Code 37040030 and GST compliance.
It includes Photographic Paper and Paperboard
Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Photographic Paper and Paperboard; Nil for exempt items if applicable).
Use the exact HSN and describe the form/grade. For multi‑line invoices, apply the rate per line to avoid wrong tax collection.
For food/agri items, GST can be 5% when not fresh/chilled and sold as pre‑packaged & labelled; otherwise often Nil. For non‑food items, rates depend on the specific sub‑heading.
If your outward supply is taxable, eligible ITC is available subject to general restrictions. For exempt/Nil supplies, reverse credit per Rule 42.
e‑Way bill is needed above ₹50,000 consignment value (subject to exemptions). e‑Invoicing is turnover‑based (presently AATO > ₹5 crore) for B2B supplies.