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HSN Code 48042100: Unbleached Sack Kraft Paper
HSN Code 48042100 represents Unbleached Sack Kraft Paper under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Unbleached Sack Kraft Paper correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Code 48042100, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import or export of Unbleached Sack Kraft Paper.
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Description of Goods for HSN Code 48042100
HSN Code 48042100 relates to the following description.
What does HSN Code 48042100 not include?
Unbleached Sack Kraft Paper does not include products with the following descriptions.
Kraftliner : Unbleached
Kraftliner : Other
Sack kraft paper : Other
Other kraft paper and paperboard weighing 150 g/m2 or less: Unbleached
Other kraft paper and paperboard weighing 150 g/m2 or less: other
Other kraft paper and paperboard weighing more than 150 g/m2 but less than 225 g/m2: Unbleached
Other kraft paper and paperboard weighing more than 150 g/m2 but less than 225 g/m2: Bleached uniformly throughout the mass and of which more than 95% by weight ofthe total fibre content consists of wood fibres obtained by a chemical process
Other kraft paper and paperboard weighing more than 150 g/m2 but less than 225 g/m2: Other
Other kraft paper and paperboard weighing 225 g/m2 or more : Unbleached
Other kraft paper and paperboard weighing 225 g/m2 or more : Bleached uniformly throughout the mass and of which more than 95% by weight of the total fibre content consists of wood fibres obtained by a chemical process
Other kraft paper and paperboard weighing 225 g/m2 or more : Other
Kraftliner : Unbleached
Kraftliner : Other
Sack kraft paper : Other
Other kraft paper and paperboard weighing 150 g/m2 or less: Unbleached
Other kraft paper and paperboard weighing 150 g/m2 or less: other
Other kraft paper and paperboard weighing more than 150 g/m2 but less than 225 g/m2: Unbleached
Other kraft paper and paperboard weighing more than 150 g/m2 but less than 225 g/m2: Bleached uniformly throughout the mass and of which more than 95% by weight ofthe total fibre content consists of wood fibres obtained by a chemical process
Other kraft paper and paperboard weighing more than 150 g/m2 but less than 225 g/m2: Other
Other kraft paper and paperboard weighing 225 g/m2 or more : Unbleached
Other kraft paper and paperboard weighing 225 g/m2 or more : Bleached uniformly throughout the mass and of which more than 95% by weight of the total fibre content consists of wood fibres obtained by a chemical process
Other kraft paper and paperboard weighing 225 g/m2 or more : Other
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India’s Trade Performance — HSN Code 48042100 in FY 2025-26
India’s Exports
FY 2025-26₹19 Cr
0.0005% of India’s total exports
India’s Imports
FY 2025-26₹124 Cr
0.0018% of India’s total imports
Trade Balance
FY 2025-26−₹105 Cr
Surplus rank #10894 of 12872 HSN codes
% of Sub-Chapter 4804
FY 2025-261.89%
Share of Sub-Chapter 4804’s total exports in FY 2025-26
Import side: 4.85% of Sub-Chapter 4804’s imports
Rank Within Sub-Chapter 4804
FY 2025-26#7 of 12
Position by export value among HSN codes in Sub-Chapter 4804
Import-side rank: #7 of 12
At a glance
60.02%
Export CAGR
FY 2018-19 → FY 2025-26 · 8 fiscal years
#5082
National Export Rank
of 12872 HSN codes by export value, FY 2025-26
+279.21%
Peak Growth Year
FY 2020-21 · strongest single-year move
1.89%
Contribution to Sub-Ch. 4804
Share of Sub-Chapter 4804 exports in FY 2025-26
India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Code 48042100
8-year export and import data, FY 2018-19 to FY 2025-26, in ₹ Crore. Source: Ministry of Commerce & Industry, TradeStat EIDB.
Balance
−71.20
Exports
< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr
0.0000% share
— YoY
0.08% of Sub-Ch. 4804
Imports
71.92 ₹ Cr
0.0020% share
— YoY
5.86% of Sub-Ch. 4804
Balance
−48.46
Exports
1.01 ₹ Cr
0.0000% share
+40.28% YoY
0.16% of Sub-Ch. 4804
Imports
49.47 ₹ Cr
0.0015% share
−31.22% YoY
3.95% of Sub-Ch. 4804
Balance
−70.17
Exports
3.83 ₹ Cr
0.0002% share
+279.21% YoY
0.40% of Sub-Ch. 4804
Imports
74.00 ₹ Cr
0.0025% share
+49.59% YoY
6.09% of Sub-Ch. 4804
Balance
−84.78
Exports
2.92 ₹ Cr
0.0001% share
−23.76% YoY
0.22% of Sub-Ch. 4804
Imports
87.70 ₹ Cr
0.0019% share
+18.51% YoY
5.67% of Sub-Ch. 4804
Balance
−133.31
Exports
1.70 ₹ Cr
0.0000% share
−41.78% YoY
0.18% of Sub-Ch. 4804
Imports
135.01 ₹ Cr
0.0023% share
+53.95% YoY
6.70% of Sub-Ch. 4804
Balance
−139.02
Exports
3.71 ₹ Cr
0.0001% share
+118.24% YoY
0.44% of Sub-Ch. 4804
Imports
142.73 ₹ Cr
0.0025% share
+5.72% YoY
7.20% of Sub-Ch. 4804
Balance
−152.21
Exports
5.37 ₹ Cr
0.0001% share
+44.74% YoY
0.60% of Sub-Ch. 4804
Imports
157.58 ₹ Cr
0.0026% share
+10.40% YoY
6.53% of Sub-Ch. 4804
Balance
−105.07
Exports
19.34 ₹ Cr
0.0005% share
+260.15% YoY
1.89% of Sub-Ch. 4804
Imports
124.41 ₹ Cr
0.0018% share
−21.05% YoY
4.85% of Sub-Ch. 4804
CAGR · 8-Year
Exports
60.02% /yr
Imports
8.14% /yr
reference, FY 2025-26
Export
₹1,021.90 Cr
Import
₹2,563.31 Cr
Trade Balance
−1,541.41
Key Trade Insights: HSN Code 48042100 Export-Import Analysis
Consistent Export Growth: 60.02% CAGR Over 8 Years
India's exports under HSN Code 48042100 have grown at a compound annual rate of 60.02% over 8 fiscal years, rising from ₹0.72 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹19.34 Crore in FY 2025-26.
HSN Code 48042100 Ranked #5082 Among All 12872 HSN codes by Export Value
In FY 2025-26, HSN Code 48042100 ranks #5082 out of 12872 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 4804, it ranks #7 of 12. By trade surplus, it ranks #10894 of 12872.
FY 2020-21 Was the Strongest Growth Year for HSN Code 48042100 Exports
The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 48042100 was recorded in FY 2020-21, when exports surged by 279.21% over the prior year.
India Records a Trade Deficit of ₹105.07 Crore in HSN Code 48042100 Goods
In FY 2025-26, India's imports of ₹124.41 Cr exceeded exports of ₹19.34 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹105.07 Crore — ranking #10894 of 12872 by surplus magnitude.
Import Growth of 8.14% CAGR Signals Stable Import Dependency for Unbleached Sack Kraft Paper
India's imports under HSN Code 48042100 have grown at 8.14% CAGR, reaching ₹124.41 Crore in FY 2025-26.
HSN Code 48042100 Contributes 1.89% of Sub-Chapter 4804 Exports — Ranked #7
Among the 12 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 4804, HSN Code 48042100 ranks #7 by export value — accounting for 1.89% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2025-26. On the import side, it holds 4.85% share (rank #7).
Frequently Asked Questions
Clear answers to common queries about HSN Code 48042100 and GST compliance.
What products are classified under HSN 48042100 ?
It includes Sack Kraft Paper | Other
Any common misclassification issue with Sack Kraft Paper / Unbleached?
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 Sack Kraft Paper / Unbleached?
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 Sack Kraft Paper / Unbleached?
Under HSN 48042100, Sack Kraft Paper / Unbleached attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.
Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Sack Kraft Paper / Unbleached?
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.
Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Sack Kraft Paper / Unbleached?
If your outward supply is taxable, eligible ITC is available subject to general restrictions. For exempt/Nil supplies, reverse credit per Rule 42.
How should mixed supplies be billed when Sack Kraft Paper / Unbleached is sold with other items?
Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Sack Kraft Paper / Unbleached; Nil for exempt items if applicable).