HSN Code 48025590: Other Thin Paper (<40 g/m2)

HSN Code 48025590 represents Other Thin Paper (<40 g/m2) under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Other Thin Paper (<40 g/m2) correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Code 48025590, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import or export of Other Thin Paper (<40 g/m2).

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Description of Goods for HSN Code 48025590

HSN Code 48025590 relates to the following description.

Description of Goods

Other paper and paperboard, not containing fibres obtained by a mechanical or chemi mechanical process or of which not more than 10% by weight of the total fibre content consists of such fibres : Weighing less than 40 g/m2 :Other

Chapter

48 - Paper and paperboard; articles of paper pulp of paper or of paperboard

Sub Chapter

4802 - Uncoated paper and paperboard, of a kind used for writing, printing or other graphic for writing, printing or other graphic punch tape paper, in rolls or rectangular (including square) sheets of any size, other than paper of heading 4801 or 4803; handmade paper and paperboard

CGST

6%

SGST

6%

IGST

12%

CESS

0%

What does HSN Code 48025590 not include?

Other Thin Paper (<40 g/m2) does not include products with the following descriptions.

Paper and paperboard of a kind used as a base for photo-sensitive, heat-sensitive or electro-sensitive paper or paperboard : Photographic base paper, uncoated

Paper and paperboard of a kind used as a base for photo-sensitive, heat-sensitive or electro-sensitive paper or paperboard : Other

Uncoated paper and paperboard, of a kind used for writing, printing or other graphic purposes, and non-perforated punch card and punch tape paper, in rolls or rectangular (including square) sheets of any size, other than paper of heading 4801 or 4803; hand-made paper and paperboard carbonising base paper

Other paper and paperboard, not containing fibres obtained by a mechanical or chemi mechanical process or of which not more than 10% by weight of the total fibre content consists of such fibres : Weighing less than 40 g/m2 : India Paper

Other paper and paperboard, not containing fibres obtained by a mechanical or chemi mechanical process or of which not more than 10% by weight of the total fibre content consists of such fibres : Weighing less than 40 g/m2: Litho and offset paper

Other paper and paperboard, not containing fibres obtained by a mechanical or chemi mechanical process or of which not more than 10% by weight of the total fibre content consists of such fibres : Weighing less than 40 g/m2: Duplicating paper

Other paper and paperboard, not containing fibres obtained by a mechanical or chemi mechanical process or of which not more than 10% by weight of the total fibre content consists of such fibres : Weighing less than 40 g/m2: Airmail paper

Other paper and paperboard, not containing fibres obtained by a mechanical or chemi mechanical process or of which not more than 10% by weight of the total fibre content consists of such fibres : Weighing less than 40 g/m2: Tissue paper

Other paper and paperboard, not containing fibres obtained by a mechanical or chemi mechanical process or of which not more than 10% by weight of the total fibre content consists of such fibres : Weighing less than 40 g/m2: Other

Other paper and paperboard, not containing fibres obtained by a mechanical or chemi mechanical process or of which not more than 10% by weight of the total fibre content consists of such fibres : Weighing less than 40 g/m2: Litho and offset paper

Other paper and paperboard, not containing fibres obtained by a mechanical or chemi mechanical process or of which not more than 10% by weight of the total fibre content consists of such fibres : Weighing less than 40 g/m2: drawing paper

Other paper and paperboard, not containing fibres obtained by a mechanical or chemi mechanical process or of which not more than 10% by weight of the total fibre content consists of such fibres : Weighing less than 40 g/m2 :Duplicating paper

Other paper and paperboard, not containing fibres obtained by a mechanical or chemi mechanical process or of which not more than 10% by weight of the total fibre content consists of such fibres : Weighing less than 40 g/m2: Account book paper

Other paper and paperboard, not containing fibres obtained by a mechanical or chemi mechanical process or of which not more than 10% by weight of the total fibre content consists of such fibres : Weighing less than 40 g/m2 :Bank, bond and cheque paper

Other paper and paperboard, not containing fibres obtained by a mechanical or chemi mechanical process or of which not more than 10% by weight of the total fibre content consists of such fibres : Weighing less than 40 g/m2 :Currency note paper

Other paper and paperboard, not containing fibres obtained by a mechanical or chemi mechanical process or of which not more than 10% by weight of the total fibre content consists of such fibres : Weighing less than 40 g/m2 :Paper for security printing, currency paper, stamp paper

Other paper and paperboard, not containing fibres obtained by a mechanical or chemi mechanical process or of which not more than 10% by weight of the total fibre content consists of such fibres :Weighing 40 g/m2 or more but not more than 150 g/m2, in sheets with one side not exceeding 435 mm and the other side not exceeding 297 mm in the unfolded state : Litho and offset paper

Other paper and paperboard, not containing fibres obtained by a mechanical or chemi mechanical process or of which not more than 10% by weight of the total fibre content consists of such fibres :Weighing 40 g/m2 or more but not more than 150 g/m2, in sheets with one side not exceeding 435 mm and the other side not exceeding 297 mm in the unfolded state : Drawing paper

Other paper and paperboard, not containing fibres obtained by a mechanical or chemi mechanical process or of which not more than 10% by weight of the total fibre content consists of such fibres :Weighing 40 g/m2 or more but not more than 150 g/m2, in sheets with one side not exceeding 435 mm and the other side not exceeding 297 mm in the unfolded state : Duplicating paper

Other paper and paperboard, not containing fibres obtained by a mechanical or chemi mechanical process or of which not more than 10% by weight of the total fibre content consists of such fibres :Weighing 40 g/m2 or more but not more than 150 g/m2, in sheets with one side not exceeding 435 mm and the other side not exceeding 297 mm in the unfolded state : Account book paper

Other paper and paperboard, not containing fibres obtained by a mechanical or chemi mechanical process or of which not more than 10% by weight of the total fibre content consists of such fibres :Weighing 40 g/m2 or more but not more than 150 g/m2, in sheets with one side not exceeding 435 mm and the other side not exceeding 297 mm in the unfolded state : Bank, bond and cheque paper

Other paper and paperboard, not containing fibres obtained by a mechanical or chemi mechanical process or of which not more than 10% by weight of the total fibre content consists of such fibres :Weighing 40 g/m2 or more but not more than 150 g/m2, in sheets with one side not exceeding 435 mm and the other side not exceeding 297 mm in the unfolded state : Currency note paper

Other paper and paperboard, not containing fibres obtained by a mechanical or chemi mechanical process or of which not more than 10% by weight of the total fibre content consists of such fibres :Weighing 40 g/m2 or more but not more than 150 g/m2, in sheets with one side not exceeding 435 mm and the other side not exceeding 297 mm in the unfolded state : Paper for security printing, currency paper,stamp paper

Other paper and paperboard, not containing fibres obtained by a mechanical or chemi mechanical process or of which not more than 10% by weight of the total fibre content consists of such fibres :Weighing 40 g/m2 or more but not more than 150 g/m2, in sheets with one side not exceeding 435 mm and the other side not exceeding 297 mm in the unfolded state : Other

Other paper and paperboard, not containing fibres obtained by a mechanical or chemi mechanical process or of which not more than 10% by weight of the total fibre content consists of such fibres : Other, weighing 40 g/m2 or more but not more than 150 g/m2 : Litho and offset paper

Other paper and paperboard, not containing fibres obtained by a mechanical or chemi mechanical process or of which not more than 10% by weight of the total fibre content consists of such fibres : Other, weighing 40 g/m2 or more but not more than 150 g/m2 :Drawing paper

Other paper and paperboard, not containing fibres obtained by a mechanical or chemi mechanical process or of which not more than 10% by weight of the total fibre content consists of such fibres : Other, weighing 40 g/m2 or more but not more than 150 g/m2 : Duplicating paper

Other paper and paperboard, not containing fibres obtained by a mechanical or chemi mechanical process or of which not more than 10% by weight of the total fibre content consists of such fibres : Other, weighing 40 g/m2 or more but not more than 150 g/m2 : Account book paper

Other paper and paperboard, not containing fibres obtained by a mechanical or chemi mechanical process or of which not more than 10% by weight of the total fibre content consists of such fibres : Other, weighing 40 g/m2 or more but not more than 150 g/m2 : Bank, bond and cheque paper

Other paper and paperboard, not containing fibres obtained by a mechanical or chemi mechanical process or of which not more than 10% by weight of the total fibre content consists of such fibres : Other, weighing 40 g/m2 or more but not more than 150 g/m2 :Currency note paper

Other paper and paperboard, not containing fibres obtained by a mechanical or chemi mechanical process or of which not more than 10% by weight of the total fibre content consists of such fibres : Other, weighing 40 g/m2 or more but not more than 150 g/m2 :Paper for security printing, currency paper, stamp paper

Other paper and paperboard, not containing fibres obtained by a mechanical or chemi mechanical process or of which not more than 10% by weight of the total fibre content consists of such fibres : Other, weighing 40 g/m2 or more but not more than 150 g/m2 : Other

Other paper and paperboard, not containing fibres obtained by a mechanical or chemi mechanical process or of which not more than 10% by weight of the total fibre content consists of such fibres : Weighing more than 150 g/m2 : Litho and offset paper

Other paper and paperboard, not containing fibres obtained by a mechanical or chemi mechanical process or of which not more than 10% by weight of the total fibre content consists of such fibres : Weighing more than 150 g/m2 : Drawing paper

Other paper and paperboard, not containing fibres obtained by a mechanical or chemi mechanical process or of which not more than 10% by weight of the total fibre content consists of such fibres : Weighing more than 150 g/m2 : Duplicating paper

Other paper and paperboard, not containing fibres obtained by a mechanical or chemi mechanical process or of which not more than 10% by weight of the total fibre content consists of such fibres : Weighing more than 150 g/m2 : Bank, bond and cheque paper

Other paper and paperboard, not containing fibres obtained by a mechanical or chemi mechanical process or of which not more than 10% by weight of the total fibre content consists of such fibres : Weighing more than 150 g/m2 : Paper for security printing, currency paper, stamp paper

Other paper and paperboard, not containing fibres obtained by a mechanical or chemi mechanical process or of which not more than 10% by weight of the total fibre content consists of such fibres : Weighing more than 150 g/m2 : Other

Other paper and paperboard, of which more than 10% by weight of the total fibre content consists of fibres obtained by a mechanical or chemimechanical process :In rolls : Drawing paper

Other paper and paperboard, of which more than 10% by weight of the total fibre content consists of fibres obtained by a mechanical or chemimechanical process :In rolls :Poster paper

Other paper and paperboard, of which more than 10% by weight of the total fibre content consists of fibres obtained by a mechanical or chemimechanical process :In rolls : Printing paper dyed or marbled in mass

Other paper and paperboard, of which more than 10% by weight of the total fibre content consists of fibres obtained by a mechanical or chemimechanical process :In rolls : Account book paper

Other paper and paperboard, of which more than 10% by weight of the total fibre content consists of fibres obtained by a mechanical or chemimechanical process :In rolls : Automatic data processing machine paper

Other paper and paperboard, of which more than 10% by weight of the total fibre content consists of fibres obtained by a mechanical or chemimechanical process :In rolls : Paper for security printing, currency paper,stamp paper

Other paper and paperboard, of which more than 10% by weight of the total fibre content consists of fibres obtained by a mechanical or chemimechanical process :In rolls : Other

Other paper and paperboard, of which more than 10% by weight of the total fibre content consists of fibres obtained by a mechanical or chemimechanical process : In sheets with one side not exceeding 435 mm and the other side not exceeding 297 mm in the unfolded state : Drawing paper

Other paper and paperboard, of which more than 10% by weight of the total fibre content consists of fibres obtained by a mechanical or chemimechanical process : In sheets with one side not exceeding 435 mm and the other side not exceeding 297 mm in the unfolded state : Poster Paper

Other paper and paperboard, of which more than 10% by weight of the total fibre content consists of fibres obtained by a mechanical or chemimechanical process : In sheets with one side not exceeding 435 mm and the other side not exceeding 297 mm in the unfolded state : Printing paper dyed or marbled in mass

Other paper and paperboard, of which more than 10% by weight of the total fibre content consists of fibres obtained by a mechanical or chemimechanical process : In sheets with one side not exceeding 435 mm and the other side not exceeding 297 mm in the unfolded state : Account book paper

Other paper and paperboard, of which more than 10% by weight of the total fibre content consists of fibres obtained by a mechanical or chemimechanical process : In sheets with one side not exceeding 435 mm and the other side not exceeding 297 mm in the unfolded state : Automatic data processing machine paper

Other paper and paperboard, of which more than 10% by weight of the total fibre content consists of fibres obtained by a mechanical or chemimechanical process : In sheets with one side not exceeding 435 mm and the other side not exceeding 297 mm in the unfolded state : Paper for security printing, currency paper,stamp paper

Other paper and paperboard, of which more than 10% by weight of the total fibre content consists of fibres obtained by a mechanical or chemimechanical process : In sheets with one side not exceeding 435 mm and the other side not exceeding 297 mm in the unfolded state : other

Other paper and paperboard, of which more than 10% by weight of the total fibre content consists of fibres obtained by a mechanical or chemimechanical process : other : drawing paper

Other paper and paperboard, of which more than 10% by weight of the total fibre content consists of fibres obtained by a mechanical or chemimechanical process : other :Poster paper

Other paper and paperboard, of which more than 10% by weight of the total fibre content consists of fibres obtained by a mechanical or chemimechanical process : other : Printing paper dyed or marbled in mass

Other paper and paperboard, of which more than 10% by weight of the total fibre content consists of fibres obtained by a mechanical or chemimechanical process : other : Account book paper

Other paper and paperboard, of which more than 10% by weight of the total fibre content consists of fibres obtained by a mechanical or chemimechanical process : other : Automatic data processing machine paper

Other paper and paperboard, of which more than 10% by weight of the total fibre content consists of fibres obtained by a mechanical or chemimechanical process : other : Paper for security printing, currency paper,Stamp Paper

Other paper and paperboard, of which more than 10% by weight of the total fibre content consists of fibres obtained by a mechanical or chemimechanical process : other : other

India’s Trade Performance — HSN Code 48025590 in FY 2024-25

TradeStat EIDB — Ministry of Commerce & Industry FY 2018-19–FY 2024-25 Values in ₹ Crore

India’s Exports

FY 2024-25

₹593 Cr

+19.87% vs FY 2023-24

0.0161% of India’s total exports

India’s Imports

FY 2024-25

₹679 Cr

−42.54% vs FY 2023-24

0.0112% of India’s total imports

Trade Balance

FY 2024-25

−₹86 Cr

Trade Deficit

Surplus rank #10685 of 12657 HSN codes

% of Sub-Chapter 4802

FY 2024-25

21.66%

Share of Sub-Chapter 4802’s total exports in FY 2024-25

Import side: 32.36% of Sub-Chapter 4802’s imports

Rank Within Sub-Chapter 4802

FY 2024-25

#2 of 63

Position by export value among HSN codes in Sub-Chapter 4802

Import-side rank: #1 of 63

At a glance

−6.08%

Export CAGR

FY 2018-19 → FY 2024-25 · 7 fiscal years

#869

National Export Rank

of 12657 HSN codes by export value, FY 2024-25

+152.80%

Peak Growth Year

FY 2021-22 · strongest single-year move

21.66%

Contribution to Sub-Ch. 4802

Share of Sub-Chapter 4802 exports in FY 2024-25

India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Code 48025590

7-year export and import data, FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, in ₹ Crore. Source: Ministry of Commerce & Industry, TradeStat EIDB.

FY 2018-19 Exp. Rank #396

Balance

+500.96

Exports

863.85 ₹ Cr

0.0378% share

YoY

29.83% of Sub-Ch. 4802

Imports

362.89 ₹ Cr

0.0101% share

YoY

18.63% of Sub-Ch. 4802

FY 2019-20 Exp. Rank #367

Balance

+275.97

Exports

892.98 ₹ Cr

0.0406% share

+3.37% YoY

33.15% of Sub-Ch. 4802

Imports

617.01 ₹ Cr

0.0184% share

+70.03% YoY

29.06% of Sub-Ch. 4802

FY 2020-21 Exp. Rank #783

Balance

+185.97

Exports

428.65 ₹ Cr

0.0199% share

−52.00% YoY

25.06% of Sub-Ch. 4802

Imports

242.68 ₹ Cr

0.0083% share

−60.67% YoY

25.74% of Sub-Ch. 4802

FY 2021-22 Exp. Rank #437

Balance

+814.96

Exports

1,083.61 ₹ Cr

0.0345% share

+152.80% YoY

31.82% of Sub-Ch. 4802

Imports

268.65 ₹ Cr

0.0059% share

+10.70% YoY

27.80% of Sub-Ch. 4802

FY 2022-23 Exp. Rank #419

Balance

+448.90

Exports

1,194.95 ₹ Cr

0.0330% share

+10.27% YoY

34.04% of Sub-Ch. 4802

Imports

746.05 ₹ Cr

0.0130% share

+177.70% YoY

34.73% of Sub-Ch. 4802

FY 2023-24 Exp. Rank #965

Balance

−687.24

Exports

494.77 ₹ Cr

0.0137% share

−58.59% YoY

19.02% of Sub-Ch. 4802

Imports

1,182.01 ₹ Cr

0.0210% share

+58.44% YoY

39.05% of Sub-Ch. 4802

FY 2024-25 Exp. Rank #869

Balance

−86.10

Exports

593.08 ₹ Cr

0.0161% share

+19.87% YoY

21.66% of Sub-Ch. 4802

Imports

679.18 ₹ Cr

0.0112% share

−42.54% YoY

32.36% of Sub-Ch. 4802

CAGR · 7-Year

Exports

−6.08% /yr

Imports

11.01% /yr

Consistently Deficit
Sub-Chapter 4802 total

reference, FY 2024-25

Export

₹2,737.89 Cr

Import

₹2,098.66 Cr

Trade Balance

+639.23

Peak export growth year Latest available data Not available YoY = change vs previous FY

Key Trade Insights: HSN Code 48025590 Export-Import Analysis

Export Decline: −6.08% CAGR Over 7 Years

India's exports under HSN Code 48025590 have declined at a compound annual rate of −6.08% over 7 fiscal years, falling from ₹863.85 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹593.08 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Code 48025590 Ranked #869 Among All 12657 HSN codes by Export Value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 48025590 ranks #869 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 4802, it ranks #2 of 63. By trade surplus, it ranks #10685 of 12657.

FY 2021-22 Was the Strongest Growth Year for HSN Code 48025590 Exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 48025590 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 152.80% over the prior year.

India Records a Trade Deficit of ₹86.10 Crore in HSN Code 48025590 Goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹679.18 Cr exceeded exports of ₹593.08 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹86.10 Crore — ranking #10685 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

Import Growth of 11.01% CAGR Signals Rising Demand for Other Thin Paper (<40 g/m2)

India's imports under HSN Code 48025590 have grown at 11.01% CAGR, reaching ₹679.18 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Code 48025590 Contributes 21.66% of Sub-Chapter 4802 Exports — Ranked #2

Among the 63 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 4802, HSN Code 48025590 ranks #2 by export value — accounting for 21.66% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 32.36% share (rank #1).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common queries about HSN Code 48025590 and GST compliance.

What products are classified under HSN 48025590 ?

It includes Litho And Offset Paper, 40-150 G/M2

Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Other Thin Paper (<40 g/m2)?

If your outward supply is taxable, eligible ITC is available subject to general restrictions. For exempt/Nil supplies, reverse credit per Rule 42.

Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Other Thin Paper (<40 g/m2)?

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.

How much GST applies to Other Thin Paper (<40 g/m2)?

Under HSN 48025590, Other Thin Paper (<40 g/m2) attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

How should mixed supplies be billed when Other Thin Paper (<40 g/m2) is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Other Thin Paper (<40 g/m2); Nil for exempt items if applicable).

Any common misclassification issue with Other Thin Paper (<40 g/m2)?

Use the exact HSN and describe the form/grade. For multi‑line invoices, apply the rate per line to avoid wrong tax collection.

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