HSN Code 48185000: Articles of apparel and clothing accessories

HSN Code 48185000 represents Articles of apparel and clothing accessories under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Articles of apparel and clothing accessories correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Code 48185000, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import or export of Articles of apparel and clothing accessories.

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Description of Goods for HSN Code 48185000

HSN Code 48185000 relates to the following description.

Description of Goods

Articles of apparel and clothing accessories

Chapter

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

Sub Chapter

4818 - Toilet paper and similar paper, cellulose wadding or webs of cellulose fibres, of a kind used for household or sanitary purposes, in rolls of a width not exceeding 36 cm, or cut to size or shape; handkerchiefs, cleansing tissues, towels, table cloths, serviettes, bed sheets and similar household, sanitary or hospital articles, articles of apparel and clothing accessories, of paper pulp, paper, cellulose wadding or webs of cellulose fibres

CGST

9%

SGST

9%

IGST

18%

CESS

0%

What does HSN Code 48185000 not include?

Articles of apparel and clothing accessories does not include products with the following descriptions.

India’s Trade Performance — HSN Code 48185000 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

< ₹1 Crore

−87.23% vs FY 2023-24

0.0000% of India’s total exports

India’s Imports

FY 2024-25

₹2 Cr

−4.52% vs FY 2023-24

0.0000% of India’s total imports

Trade Balance

FY 2024-25

−₹2 Cr

Trade Deficit

Surplus rank #8084 of 12657 HSN codes

% of Sub-Chapter 4818

FY 2024-25

0.12%

Share of Sub-Chapter 4818’s total exports in FY 2024-25

Import side: 1.08% of Sub-Chapter 4818’s imports

Rank Within Sub-Chapter 4818

FY 2024-25

#5 of 5

Position by export value among HSN codes in Sub-Chapter 4818

Import-side rank: #5 of 5

At a glance

12.25%

Export CAGR

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

#9672

National Export Rank

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

+683.33%

Peak Growth Year

FY 2023-24 · strongest single-year move

0.12%

Contribution to Sub-Ch. 4818

Share of Sub-Chapter 4818 exports in FY 2024-25

India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Code 48185000

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 #9428

Balance

−1.35

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

— YoY

0.10% of Sub-Ch. 4818

Imports

1.41 ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

— YoY

1.10% of Sub-Ch. 4818

FY 2019-20 Exp. Rank #8891

Balance

−1.08

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

+200.00% YoY

0.30% of Sub-Ch. 4818

Imports

1.26 ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−10.64% YoY

0.97% of Sub-Ch. 4818

FY 2020-21 Exp. Rank #9622

Balance

−1.10

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−77.78% YoY

0.06% of Sub-Ch. 4818

Imports

1.14 ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−9.52% YoY

1.22% of Sub-Ch. 4818

FY 2021-22 Exp. Rank #9460

Balance

−3.16

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

+200.00% YoY

0.15% of Sub-Ch. 4818

Imports

3.28 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

+187.72% YoY

3.66% of Sub-Ch. 4818

FY 2022-23 Exp. Rank #9559

Balance

−4.36

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

0.00% YoY

0.13% of Sub-Ch. 4818

Imports

4.48 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

+36.59% YoY

3.14% of Sub-Ch. 4818

FY 2023-24 Exp. Rank #8298

Balance

−0.83

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

+683.33% YoY

0.96% of Sub-Ch. 4818

Imports

1.77 ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−60.49% YoY

1.41% of Sub-Ch. 4818

FY 2024-25 Exp. Rank #9672

Balance

−1.57

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−87.23% YoY

0.12% of Sub-Ch. 4818

Imports

1.69 ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−4.52% YoY

1.08% of Sub-Ch. 4818

CAGR · 7-Year

Exports

12.25% /yr

Imports

3.07% /yr

Consistently Deficit
Sub-Chapter 4818 total

reference, FY 2024-25

Export

₹103.88 Cr

Import

₹155.77 Cr

Trade Balance

−51.89

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

Key Trade Insights: HSN Code 48185000 Export-Import Analysis

Consistent Export Growth: 12.25% CAGR Over 7 Years

India's exports under HSN Code 48185000 have grown at a compound annual rate of 12.25% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹0.06 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹0.12 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Code 48185000 Ranked #9672 Among All 12657 HSN codes by Export Value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 48185000 ranks #9672 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 4818, it ranks #5 of 5. By trade surplus, it ranks #8084 of 12657.

FY 2023-24 Was the Strongest Growth Year for HSN Code 48185000 Exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 48185000 was recorded in FY 2023-24, when exports surged by 683.33% over the prior year.

India Records a Trade Deficit of ₹1.57 Crore in HSN Code 48185000 Goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹1.69 Cr exceeded exports of ₹0.12 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹1.57 Crore — ranking #8084 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

Import Growth of 3.07% CAGR Signals Stable Import Dependency for Articles of apparel and clothing accessories

India's imports under HSN Code 48185000 have grown at 3.07% CAGR, reaching ₹1.69 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Code 48185000 Contributes 0.12% of Sub-Chapter 4818 Exports — Ranked #5

Among the 5 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 4818, HSN Code 48185000 ranks #5 by export value — accounting for 0.12% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 1.08% share (rank #5).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common queries about HSN Code 48185000 and GST compliance.

What products are classified under HSN 48185000 ?

It includes Corrugated boxes

Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Articles of apparel and clothing accessories?

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 Articles of apparel and clothing accessories?

Under HSN 48185000, Articles of apparel and clothing accessories attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Articles of apparel and clothing accessories?

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.

Any common misclassification issue with Articles of apparel and clothing accessories?

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

How should mixed supplies be billed when Articles of apparel and clothing accessories is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Articles of apparel and clothing accessories; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Articles of apparel and clothing accessories?

If your outward supply is taxable, eligible ITC is available subject to general restrictions. For exempt/Nil supplies, reverse credit per Rule 42.

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.