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# HSN Code 48063000: Tracing Papers

- [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 4806: Specialty Papers](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-4806/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Tracing papers | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 48063000 ?

It includes Glassine & Transparent/Translucent Papers, Glazed

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Tracing Papers?

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 Tracing Papers?

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 Tracing Papers?

Under HSN 48063000, Tracing Papers attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Any common misclassification issue with Tracing Papers?

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

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Tracing Papers?

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.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 48063000 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹1 Cr (+9.65% YoY) — 0.0000% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹27 Cr (+26.91% YoY) — 0.0004% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹25 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #9717 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 4806: 3.03% of its exports; import side 2.49%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 4806: #4 of 5 by export value; import-side #4

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: -3.93% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #8039 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +60.00% in FY 2022-23
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 4806: 3.03% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 48063000

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. 4806 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 4806 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 1.59 | 0.0001% | — | 18.86% | 15.10 | 0.0004% | — | 3.07% | −13.51 | #7187 |
| FY 2019-20 | 1.58 | 0.0001% | −0.63% | 10.86% | 14.76 | 0.0004% | −2.25% | 3.18% | −13.18 | #7171 |
| FY 2020-21 | 1.39 | 0.0001% | −12.03% | 12.97% | 10.05 | 0.0003% | −31.91% | 2.27% | −8.66 | #7354 |
| FY 2021-22 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −35.25% | 4.99% | 16.71 | 0.0004% | +66.27% | 2.51% | −15.81 | #8070 |
| FY 2022-23 | 1.44 | 0.0000% | +60.00% | 4.71% | 17.36 | 0.0003% | +3.89% | 1.88% | −15.92 | #7774 |
| FY 2023-24 | 1.14 | 0.0000% | −20.83% | 3.58% | 21.03 | 0.0004% | +21.14% | 2.24% | −19.89 | #8129 |
| FY 2024-25 | 1.25 | 0.0000% | +9.65% | 3.03% | 26.69 | 0.0004% | +26.91% | 2.49% | −25.44 | #8039 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports -3.93%/yr, imports 9.96%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 48063000 export-import analysis

### Export decline: -3.93% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 48063000 have declined at a compound annual rate of -3.93% over 7 fiscal years, falling from ₹1.59 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹1.25 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 48063000 ranked #8039 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 48063000 ranks #8039 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 4806, it ranks #4 of 5. By trade surplus, it ranks #9717 of 12657.

### FY 2022-23 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 48063000 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 48063000 was recorded in FY 2022-23, when exports surged by 60.00% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹25.44 Crore in HSN Code 48063000 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹26.69 Cr exceeded exports of ₹1.25 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹25.44 Crore — ranking #9717 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 9.96% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Tracing Papers

India's imports under HSN Code 48063000 have grown at 9.96% CAGR, reaching ₹26.69 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 48063000 contributes 3.03% of Sub-Chapter 4806 exports — ranked #4

Among the 5 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 4806, HSN Code 48063000 ranks #4 by export value — accounting for 3.03% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 2.49% share (rank #4).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 4806

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 48062000: Greaseproof paper](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-48062000/) | ₹23 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 48061000: Vegetable Parchment](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-48061000/) | ₹14 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 48064010: Glassine & Transparent/Translucent Papers, Glazed](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-48064010/) | ₹2 Cr |
| #4 | HSN Code 48063000: Tracing Papers (this hsn code) | ₹1 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 48064090: Glassine or glazed papers](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-48064090/) | ₹1 Cr |