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HSN Code 48025770: Security Printing, Currency and Stamp Paper, 40–150 g/m²

HSN Code 48025770 represents Security Printing, Currency and Stamp Paper, 40–150 g/m² under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Security Printing, Currency and Stamp Paper, 40–150 g/m² correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Code 48025770, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import or export of Security Printing, Currency and Stamp Paper, 40–150 g/m².

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Description of Goods for HSN Code 48025770

HSN Code 48025770 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 :Paper for security printing, currency paper, stamp 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

9%

SGST

9%

IGST

18%

CESS

0%

Exempt (0%) for judicial or non-judicial stamp paper sold by Government treasuries or authorised vendors; 18% otherwise. Source: Notification 10/2025-Central Tax (Rate).

What does HSN Code 48025770 not include?

Security Printing, Currency and Stamp Paper, 40–150 g/m² does not include products with the following descriptions.

HSN Code 48022010

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

HSN Code 48022090

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

HSN Code 48023000

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

HSN Code 48025410

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

HSN Code 48025420

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

HSN Code 48025430

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

HSN Code 48025440

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

HSN Code 48025450

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

HSN Code 48025490

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

HSN Code 48025510

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

HSN Code 48025520

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

HSN Code 48025530

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

HSN Code 48025540

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

HSN Code 48025550

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

HSN Code 48025560

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

HSN Code 48025570

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

HSN Code 48025590

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

HSN Code 48025610

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

HSN Code 48025620

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

HSN Code 48025630

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

HSN Code 48025640

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

HSN Code 48025650

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

HSN Code 48025660

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

HSN Code 48025670

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

HSN Code 48025690

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

HSN Code 48025710

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

HSN Code 48025720

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

HSN Code 48025730

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

HSN Code 48025740

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

HSN Code 48025750

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

HSN Code 48025760

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

HSN Code 48025790

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

HSN Code 48025810

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

HSN Code 48025820

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

HSN Code 48025830

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

HSN Code 48025840

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

HSN Code 48025850

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

HSN Code 48025890

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

HSN Code 48026110

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

HSN Code 48026120

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

HSN Code 48026130

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

HSN Code 48026140

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

HSN Code 48026150

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

HSN Code 48026160

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

HSN Code 48026190

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

HSN Code 48026210

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

HSN Code 48026220

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

HSN Code 48026230

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

HSN Code 48026240

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

HSN Code 48026250

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

HSN Code 48026260

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

HSN Code 48026290

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

HSN Code 48026910

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

HSN Code 48026920

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

HSN Code 48026930

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

HSN Code 48026940

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

HSN Code 48026950

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

HSN Code 48026960

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

HSN Code 48026990

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

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India’s Trade Performance — HSN Code 48025770 in FY 2025-26

TradeStat EIDB — Ministry of Commerce & Industry FY 2018-19–FY 2025-26 Values in ₹ Crore

India’s Exports

FY 2025-26

< ₹1 Crore

+25.00% vs FY 2024-25

0.0000% of India’s total exports

India’s Imports

FY 2025-26

Nil

−100.00% vs FY 2024-25

0.0000% of India’s total imports

Trade Balance

FY 2025-26

< ₹1 Crore

Trade Surplus

Surplus rank #5230 of 12872 HSN codes

% of Sub-Chapter 4802

FY 2025-26

0.01%

Share of Sub-Chapter 4802’s total exports in FY 2025-26

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

Rank Within Sub-Chapter 4802

FY 2025-26

#32 of 63

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

At a glance

#9682

National Export Rank

of 12872 HSN codes by export value, FY 2025-26

+112.50%

Peak Growth Year

FY 2021-22 · strongest single-year move

0.01%

Contribution to Sub-Ch. 4802

Share of Sub-Chapter 4802 exports in FY 2025-26

India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Code 48025770

8-year export and import data, FY 2018-19 to FY 2025-26, in ₹ Crore. Source: Ministry of Commerce & Industry, TradeStat EIDB.

FY 2018-19

Balance

−4.36

Exports

Nil ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

— YoY

0.00% of Sub-Ch. 4802

Imports

4.36 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

— YoY

0.22% of Sub-Ch. 4802

FY 2019-20 Exp. Rank #9335

Balance

−0.91

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

— YoY

0.00% of Sub-Ch. 4802

Imports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−77.52% YoY

0.05% of Sub-Ch. 4802

FY 2020-21 Exp. Rank #9338

Balance

−13.06

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

+14.29% YoY

0.00% of Sub-Ch. 4802

Imports

13.14 ₹ Cr

0.0005% share

+1,240.82% YoY

1.39% of Sub-Ch. 4802

FY 2021-22 Exp. Rank #9282

Balance

−3.27

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

+112.50% YoY

0.01% of Sub-Ch. 4802

Imports

3.44 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

−73.82% YoY

0.36% of Sub-Ch. 4802

FY 2022-23 Exp. Rank #9229

Balance

−13.92

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

+29.41% YoY

0.01% of Sub-Ch. 4802

Imports

14.14 ₹ Cr

0.0002% share

+311.05% YoY

0.66% of Sub-Ch. 4802

FY 2023-24 Exp. Rank #9987

Balance

−14.77

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−72.73% YoY

0.00% of Sub-Ch. 4802

Imports

14.83 ₹ Cr

0.0003% share

+4.88% YoY

0.49% of Sub-Ch. 4802

FY 2024-25 Exp. Rank #9672

Balance

−19.18

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

+100.00% YoY

0.00% of Sub-Ch. 4802

Imports

19.30 ₹ Cr

0.0003% share

+30.14% YoY

0.92% of Sub-Ch. 4802

FY 2025-26 Exp. Rank #9682

Balance

+0.15

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

+25.00% YoY

0.01% of Sub-Ch. 4802

Imports

Nil ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−100.00% YoY

0.00% of Sub-Ch. 4802

Sub-Chapter 4802 total

reference, FY 2025-26

Export

₹2,570.58 Cr

Import

₹2,075.43 Cr

Trade Balance

+495.15

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

Key Trade Insights: HSN Code 48025770 Export-Import Analysis

Export Snapshot for HSN Code 48025770

India exported ₹0.15 Crore worth of Security Printing, Currency and Stamp Paper, 40–150 g/m² in FY 2025-26. Multi-year trend data is being compiled for this hsn code.

HSN Code 48025770 Ranked #9682 Among All 12872 HSN codes by Export Value

In FY 2025-26, HSN Code 48025770 ranks #9682 out of 12872 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 4802, it ranks #32 of 63. By trade surplus, it ranks #5230 of 12872.

FY 2021-22 Was the Strongest Growth Year for HSN Code 48025770 Exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 48025770 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 112.50% over the prior year.

India Maintains a Trade Surplus of ₹0.15 Crore in HSN Code 48025770 Goods

In FY 2025-26, India's exports of ₹0.15 Cr exceeded imports of ₹0.00 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹0.15 Crore — ranking #5230 of 12872 by surplus magnitude.

HSN Code 48025770 Contributes 0.01% of Sub-Chapter 4802 Exports — Ranked #32

Among the 63 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 4802, HSN Code 48025770 ranks #32 by export value — accounting for 0.01% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2025-26. On the import side, it holds 0.00% share.

Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common queries about HSN Code 48025770 and GST compliance.

What products are classified under HSN 48025770 ?

It includes Other Paper (40-150 G/M2)

How should mixed supplies be billed when Other Paper / Currency Paper is sold with other items?

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

How much GST applies to Other Paper / Currency Paper?

Under HSN 48025770, Other Paper / Currency Paper attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Other Paper / Currency 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 Other Paper / Currency Paper?

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

Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Other Paper / Currency 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.

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