HSN Code 48025740: Account book paper

HSN Code 48025740 represents Account book paper under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Account book paper correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Code 48025740, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import or export of Account book paper.

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Description of Goods for HSN Code 48025740

HSN Code 48025740 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 : Other, weighing 40 g/m2 or more but not more than 150 g/m2 : Account book paper

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 48025740 not include?

Account book paper 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 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 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 : 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 48025740 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

< ₹1 Crore

−66.67% vs FY 2023-24

0.0000% of India’s total exports

India’s Imports

FY 2024-25

Nil

First year of recorded data

0.0000% of India’s total imports

Trade Balance

FY 2024-25

< ₹1 Crore

Trade Surplus

Surplus rank #4964 of 12657 HSN codes

% of Sub-Chapter 4802

FY 2024-25

0.01%

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

Import side: 0.00% of Sub-Chapter 4802’s imports

Rank Within Sub-Chapter 4802

FY 2024-25

#32 of 63

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

At a glance

47.58%

Export CAGR

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

#9185

National Export Rank

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

+175.86%

Peak Growth Year

FY 2022-23 · strongest single-year move

0.01%

Contribution to Sub-Ch. 4802

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

India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Code 48025740

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 #9664

Balance

−0.02

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

YoY

0.00% of Sub-Ch. 4802

Imports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

YoY

0.00% of Sub-Ch. 4802

FY 2019-20 Exp. Rank #9335

Balance

+0.07

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

+133.33% YoY

0.00% of Sub-Ch. 4802

Imports

Nil ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−100.00% YoY

0.00% of Sub-Ch. 4802

FY 2020-21 Exp. Rank #9183

Balance

+0.11

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

+57.14% YoY

0.01% of Sub-Ch. 4802

Imports

Nil ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

YoY

0.00% of Sub-Ch. 4802

FY 2021-22 Exp. Rank #8961

Balance

+0.13

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

+163.64% YoY

0.01% of Sub-Ch. 4802

Imports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

YoY

0.02% of Sub-Ch. 4802

FY 2022-23 Exp. Rank #8296

Balance

+0.80

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

+175.86% YoY

0.02% of Sub-Ch. 4802

Imports

Nil ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−100.00% YoY

0.00% of Sub-Ch. 4802

FY 2023-24 Exp. Rank #8304

Balance

+0.93

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

+16.25% YoY

0.04% of Sub-Ch. 4802

Imports

Nil ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

YoY

0.00% of Sub-Ch. 4802

FY 2024-25 Exp. Rank #9185

Balance

+0.31

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−66.67% YoY

0.01% of Sub-Ch. 4802

Imports

Nil ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

YoY

0.00% of Sub-Ch. 4802

CAGR · 7-Year

Exports

47.58% /yr

Imports

Consistently Surplus
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 48025740 Export-Import Analysis

Consistent Export Growth: 47.58% CAGR Over 7 Years

India's exports under HSN Code 48025740 have grown at a compound annual rate of 47.58% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹0.03 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹0.31 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Code 48025740 Ranked #9185 Among All 12657 HSN codes by Export Value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 48025740 ranks #9185 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 4802, it ranks #32 of 63. By trade surplus, it ranks #4964 of 12657.

FY 2022-23 Was the Strongest Growth Year for HSN Code 48025740 Exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 48025740 was recorded in FY 2022-23, when exports surged by 175.86% over the prior year.

India Maintains a Trade Surplus of ₹0.31 Crore in HSN Code 48025740 Goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹0.31 Cr exceeded imports of ₹0.00 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹0.31 Crore — ranking #4964 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

HSN Code 48025740 Contributes 0.01% of Sub-Chapter 4802 Exports — Ranked #32

Among the 63 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 4802, HSN Code 48025740 ranks #32 by export value — accounting for 0.01% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.00% share.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common queries about HSN Code 48025740 and GST compliance.

What products are classified under HSN 48025740 ?

It includes Bank and Cheque Paper

How much GST applies to Account book paper?

Under HSN 48025740, Account book paper attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Account book paper?

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.

Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Account book paper?

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 should mixed supplies be billed when Account book paper is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Account book paper; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Account book paper?

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

Any common misclassification issue with Account book paper?

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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