HSN Code 48102200: Paint/Distemper/Varnish Brushes (excl. 9603 30)

HSN Code 48102200 represents Paint/Distemper/Varnish Brushes (excl. 9603 30) under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Paint/Distemper/Varnish Brushes (excl. 9603 30) correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Code 48102200, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import or export of Paint/Distemper/Varnish Brushes (excl. 9603 30).

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Description of Goods for HSN Code 48102200

HSN Code 48102200 relates to the following description.

Description of Goods

Paper and paperboard of a kind used for writing,printing or other graphic purposes, of which more than 10% by weight of the total fibre content more than 10% by weight of the total fibre content chemi-mechanical process : Light-weight coated paper

Chapter

48 - Paper and paperboard; articles of paper pulp of paper or of paperboard

Sub Chapter

4810 - Paper and paperboard, coated on one or both sides with kaolin (china clay) or other inorganic substances, with or without a binder, and with no other coating, whether or not surface – coloured, surface-decorated or printed, in rolls or rectangular (including square) sheets, of any size

CGST

6%

SGST

6%

IGST

12%

CESS

0%

What does HSN Code 48102200 not include?

Paint/Distemper/Varnish Brushes (excl. 9603 30) does not include products with the following descriptions.

HSN Code 48101310

containing fibres obtained by a mechanical orPaper and paperboard of a kind used for writing,printing or other graphic purposes, not chemi-mechanical process or of which not more than 10% by weight of the total fibre content consists of such fibres : In rolls : Imitation art paper

HSN Code 48101320

containing fibres obtained by a mechanical orPaper and paperboard of a kind used for writing,printing or other graphic purposes, not chemi-mechanical process or of which not more than 10% by weight of the total fibre content consists of such fibres : In rolls : Art paper

HSN Code 48101330

containing fibres obtained by a mechanical orPaper and paperboard of a kind used for writing,printing or other graphic purposes, not chemi-mechanical process or of which not more than 10% by weight of the total fibre content consists of such fibres :In rolls :Chrome paper or paperboard

HSN Code 48101390

containing fibres obtained by a mechanical orPaper and paperboard of a kind used for writing,printing or other graphic purposes, not chemi-mechanical process or of which not more than 10% by weight of the total fibre content consists of such fibres :In rolls :other

HSN Code 48101410

containing fibres obtained by a mechanical orPaper and paperboard of a kind used for writing,printing or other graphic purposes, not chemi-mechanical process or of which not more than 10% by weight of the total fibre content consists of such fibres : In sheets with one side not exceeding 435 mm and the other side not exceeding 297 mm in the unfolded state : Imitation art paper

HSN Code 48101420

containing fibres obtained by a mechanical orPaper and paperboard of a kind used for writing,printing or other graphic purposes, not chemi-mechanical process or of which not more than 10% by weight of the total fibre content consists of such fibres : In sheets with one side not exceeding 435 mm and the other side not exceeding 297 mm in the unfolded state : Art paper

HSN Code 48101430

containing fibres obtained by a mechanical orPaper and paperboard of a kind used for writing,printing or other graphic purposes, not chemi-mechanical process or of which not more than 10% by weight of the total fibre content consists of such fibres : In sheets with one side not exceeding 435 mm and the other side not exceeding 297 mm in the unfolded state :Chrome paper or paperboard

HSN Code 48101490

containing fibres obtained by a mechanical orPaper and paperboard of a kind used for writing,printing or other graphic purposes, not chemi-mechanical process or of which not more than 10% by weight of the total fibre content consists of such fibres : In sheets with one side not exceeding 435 mm and the other side not exceeding 297 mm in the unfolded state : Other

HSN Code 48101910

containing fibres obtained by a mechanical orPaper and paperboard of a kind used for writing,printing or other graphic purposes, not chemi-mechanical process or of which not more than 10% by weight of the total fibre content consists of such fibres : Other: Imitation art paper

HSN Code 48101920

containing fibres obtained by a mechanical orPaper and paperboard of a kind used for writing,printing or other graphic purposes, not chemi-mechanical process or of which not more than 10% by weight of the total fibre content consists of such fibres : Other: Art paper

HSN Code 48101930

containing fibres obtained by a mechanical orPaper and paperboard of a kind used for writing,printing or other graphic purposes, not chemi-mechanical process or of which not more than 10% by weight of the total fibre content consists of such fibres : Other: Chrome paper or paperboard

HSN Code 48101990

containing fibres obtained by a mechanical orPaper and paperboard of a kind used for writing,printing or other graphic purposes, not chemi-mechanical process or of which not more than 10% by weight of the total fibre content consists of such fibres : Other: Other

HSN Code 48102900

Paper and paperboard of a kind used for writing,printing or other graphic purposes, of which more than 10% by weight of the total fibre content more than 10% by weight of the total fibre content chemi-mechanical process : Other

HSN Code 48103100

Kraft paper and paperboard, other than that of a kind used for writing, printing or other graphic purposes : 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, and weighing 150 g/m2 or less

HSN Code 48103200

Kraft paper and paperboard, other than that of a kind used for writing, printing or other graphic purposes : 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, and weighing more than 150 g/m2

HSN Code 48103910

Kraft paper and paperboard, other than that of a kind used for writing, printing or other graphic purposes : other : Insulating paper

HSN Code 48103920

Kraft paper and paperboard, other than that of a kind used for writing, printing or other graphic purposes : other: Electric insulating press board

HSN Code 48103930

Kraft paper and paperboard, other than that of a kind used for writing, printing or other graphic purposes : other:Insulation boards (homogenous)

HSN Code 48103990

Kraft paper and paperboard, other than that of a kind used for writing, printing or other graphic purposes : other: other

India’s Trade Performance — HSN Code 48102200 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

₹3 Cr

+39.70% vs FY 2023-24

0.0001% of India’s total exports

India’s Imports

FY 2024-25

₹287 Cr

−37.33% vs FY 2023-24

0.0047% of India’s total imports

Trade Balance

FY 2024-25

−₹285 Cr

Trade Deficit

Surplus rank #11560 of 12657 HSN codes

% of Sub-Chapter 4810

FY 2024-25

0.08%

Share of Sub-Chapter 4810’s total exports in FY 2024-25

Import side: 3.80% of Sub-Chapter 4810’s imports

Rank Within Sub-Chapter 4810

FY 2024-25

#9 of 22

Position by export value among HSN codes in Sub-Chapter 4810

Import-side rank: #9 of 22

At a glance

−2.16%

Export CAGR

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

#7282

National Export Rank

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

+333.33%

Peak Growth Year

FY 2021-22 · strongest single-year move

0.08%

Contribution to Sub-Ch. 4810

Share of Sub-Chapter 4810 exports in FY 2024-25

India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Code 48102200

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 #6397

Balance

−347.67

Exports

3.17 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

— YoY

0.19% of Sub-Ch. 4810

Imports

350.84 ₹ Cr

0.0098% share

— YoY

7.48% of Sub-Ch. 4810

FY 2019-20 Exp. Rank #6855

Balance

−289.61

Exports

2.14 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

−32.49% YoY

0.10% of Sub-Ch. 4810

Imports

291.75 ₹ Cr

0.0087% share

−16.84% YoY

6.63% of Sub-Ch. 4810

FY 2020-21 Exp. Rank #8607

Balance

−195.44

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−85.98% YoY

0.01% of Sub-Ch. 4810

Imports

195.74 ₹ Cr

0.0067% share

−32.91% YoY

6.73% of Sub-Ch. 4810

FY 2021-22 Exp. Rank #7752

Balance

−258.05

Exports

1.30 ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

+333.33% YoY

0.03% of Sub-Ch. 4810

Imports

259.35 ₹ Cr

0.0057% share

+32.50% YoY

6.92% of Sub-Ch. 4810

FY 2022-23 Exp. Rank #6936

Balance

−458.11

Exports

3.19 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

+145.38% YoY

0.07% of Sub-Ch. 4810

Imports

461.30 ₹ Cr

0.0080% share

+77.87% YoY

7.51% of Sub-Ch. 4810

FY 2023-24 Exp. Rank #7581

Balance

−456.56

Exports

1.99 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

−37.62% YoY

0.06% of Sub-Ch. 4810

Imports

458.55 ₹ Cr

0.0082% share

−0.60% YoY

7.60% of Sub-Ch. 4810

FY 2024-25 Exp. Rank #7282

Balance

−284.58

Exports

2.78 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

+39.70% YoY

0.08% of Sub-Ch. 4810

Imports

287.36 ₹ Cr

0.0047% share

−37.33% YoY

3.80% of Sub-Ch. 4810

CAGR · 7-Year

Exports

−2.16% /yr

Imports

−3.27% /yr

Consistently Deficit
Sub-Chapter 4810 total

reference, FY 2024-25

Export

₹3,333.82 Cr

Import

₹7,557.45 Cr

Trade Balance

−4,223.63

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

Key Trade Insights: HSN Code 48102200 Export-Import Analysis

Export Decline: −2.16% CAGR Over 7 Years

India's exports under HSN Code 48102200 have declined at a compound annual rate of −2.16% over 7 fiscal years, falling from ₹3.17 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹2.78 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Code 48102200 Ranked #7282 Among All 12657 HSN codes by Export Value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 48102200 ranks #7282 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 4810, it ranks #9 of 22. By trade surplus, it ranks #11560 of 12657.

FY 2021-22 Was the Strongest Growth Year for HSN Code 48102200 Exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 48102200 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 333.33% over the prior year.

India Records a Trade Deficit of ₹284.58 Crore in HSN Code 48102200 Goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹287.36 Cr exceeded exports of ₹2.78 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹284.58 Crore — ranking #11560 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

Import Growth of −3.27% CAGR Signals Stable Import Dependency for Paint/Distemper/Varnish Brushes (excl. 9603 30)

India's imports under HSN Code 48102200 have grown at −3.27% CAGR, reaching ₹287.36 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Code 48102200 Contributes 0.08% of Sub-Chapter 4810 Exports — Ranked #9

Among the 22 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 4810, HSN Code 48102200 ranks #9 by export value — accounting for 0.08% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 3.80% share (rank #9).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common queries about HSN Code 48102200 and GST compliance.

What products are classified under HSN 48102200 ?

It includes Light-Weight Coated Paper (Chemi-Mech. Pulp)

Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Paint/Distemper/Varnish Brushes (excl. 9603 30)?

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 Paint/Distemper/Varnish Brushes (excl. 9603 30)?

Under HSN 48102200, Paint/Distemper/Varnish Brushes (excl. 9603 30) attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Paint/Distemper/Varnish Brushes (excl. 9603 30)?

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 Paint/Distemper/Varnish Brushes (excl. 9603 30) is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Paint/Distemper/Varnish Brushes (excl. 9603 30); Nil for exempt items if applicable).

Any common misclassification issue with Paint/Distemper/Varnish Brushes (excl. 9603 30)?

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

Important Disclaimer

The above does not constitute professional advice or a formal recommendation. We recommend consulting a professional tax consultant before acting on the information contained in this piece of content.