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# HSN Code 48026290: Poster Paper

- [Section 10: Guide to HSN Section 10](https://busy.in/hsn/section-10/)
- [Chapter 48: Paper and paperboard; articles of paper pulp of paper or of paperboard](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-48/)
- [Sub-chapter 4802: Uncoated writing or printing paper](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-4802/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 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 | 6% | 6% | 12% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 48026290 ?

It includes Drawing Paper (Mech./Chemi Pulp)

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Poster 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.

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Poster Paper is sold with other items?

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

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Poster Paper?

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 Poster 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 much GST applies to Poster Paper?

Under HSN 48026290, Poster Paper attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 48026290 (FY 2024-25)

Source: TradeStat EIDB, Ministry of Commerce & Industry. Values in ₹ Crore (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25).

- Exports: ₹42 Cr (+22.47% YoY) — 0.0011% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹3 Cr (−68.72% YoY) — 0.0000% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹39 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #2333 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 4802: 1.53% of its exports; import side 0.14%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 4802: #9 of 63 by export value; import-side #17

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 11.69% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #3863 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +56.88% in FY 2019-20
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 4802: 1.53% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 48026290

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

| FY | Exports (₹ Cr) | Exp share | Exp YoY | Exp % of Sub-Ch. 4802 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 4802 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 21.59 | 0.0009% | — | 0.75% | 1.48 | 0.0000% | — | 0.08% | +20.11 | #4003 |
| FY 2019-20 | 33.87 | 0.0015% | +56.88% | 1.26% | 1.40 | 0.0000% | −5.41% | 0.07% | +32.47 | #3437 |
| FY 2020-21 | 19.25 | 0.0009% | −43.17% | 1.13% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −71.43% | 0.04% | +18.85 | #4237 |
| FY 2021-22 | 28.08 | 0.0009% | +45.87% | 0.82% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −75.00% | 0.01% | +27.98 | #4122 |
| FY 2022-23 | 42.86 | 0.0012% | +52.64% | 1.22% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +130.00% | 0.01% | +42.63 | #3685 |
| FY 2023-24 | 34.22 | 0.0009% | −20.16% | 1.32% | 9.24 | 0.0002% | +3,917.39% | 0.31% | +24.98 | #4071 |
| FY 2024-25 | 41.91 | 0.0011% | +22.47% | 1.53% | 2.89 | 0.0000% | −68.72% | 0.14% | +39.02 | #3863 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 11.69%/yr, imports 11.80%/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 48026290 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 11.69% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 48026290 have grown at a compound annual rate of 11.69% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹21.59 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹41.91 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 48026290 ranked #3863 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 48026290 ranks #3863 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 4802, it ranks #9 of 63. By trade surplus, it ranks #2333 of 12657.

### FY 2019-20 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 48026290 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 48026290 was recorded in FY 2019-20, when exports surged by 56.88% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹39.02 Crore in HSN Code 48026290 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹41.91 Cr exceeded imports of ₹2.89 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹39.02 Crore — ranking #2333 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 11.80% CAGR signals rising demand for Poster Paper

India's imports under HSN Code 48026290 have grown at 11.80% CAGR, reaching ₹2.89 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 48026290 contributes 1.53% of Sub-Chapter 4802 exports — ranked #9

Among the 63 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 4802, HSN Code 48026290 ranks #9 by export value — accounting for 1.53% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.14% share (rank #17).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 4802

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 48025790: Other Paper (40-150 G/M2)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-48025790/) | ₹1,275 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 48025590: Other Thin Paper (<40 g/m2)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-48025590/) | ₹593 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 48025610: Litho And Offset Paper, 40-150 G/M2](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-48025610/) | ₹218 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 48025690: Other Paper And Board, 40-150 G/M2](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-48025690/) | ₹182 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 48026120: Poster Paper Rolls (Mech./Chemi Pulp)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-48026120/) | ₹107 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 48025510: Litho/Offset Paper (<40 g/m2)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-48025510/) | ₹81 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Code 48025710: Litho And Offset Paper](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-48025710/) | ₹71 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Code 48026920: Poster Paper (Mech./Chemi Pulp)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-48026920/) | ₹51 Cr |
| #9 | HSN Code 48026290: Poster Paper (this hsn code) | ₹42 Cr |
| #10 | [HSN Code 48021010: Hand-Made Paper And Paperboard\| Paper](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-48021010/) | ₹33 Cr |