HSN Code 48189000: Toilet Paper & Similar Paper for Household

HSN Code 48189000 represents Toilet Paper & Similar Paper for Household under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Toilet Paper & Similar Paper for Household correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Code 48189000, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import or export of Toilet Paper & Similar Paper for Household .

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Description of Goods for HSN Code 48189000

HSN Code 48189000 relates to the following description.

Description of Goods

Other

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 48189000 not include?

Toilet Paper & Similar Paper for Household does not include products with the following descriptions.

India’s Trade Performance — HSN Code 48189000 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

₹70 Cr

+11.75% vs FY 2023-24

0.0019% of India’s total exports

India’s Imports

FY 2024-25

₹41 Cr

+30.09% vs FY 2023-24

0.0007% of India’s total imports

Trade Balance

FY 2024-25

₹28 Cr

Trade Surplus

Surplus rank #2577 of 12657 HSN codes

% of Sub-Chapter 4818

FY 2024-25

67.00%

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

Import side: 26.48% of Sub-Chapter 4818’s imports

Rank Within Sub-Chapter 4818

FY 2024-25

#1 of 5

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

Import-side rank: #2 of 5

At a glance

11.00%

Export CAGR

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

#3158

National Export Rank

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

+24.24%

Peak Growth Year

FY 2023-24 · strongest single-year move

67.00%

Contribution to Sub-Ch. 4818

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

India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Code 48189000

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 #3289

Balance

−2.71

Exports

37.21 ₹ Cr

0.0016% share

— YoY

60.38% of Sub-Ch. 4818

Imports

39.92 ₹ Cr

0.0011% share

— YoY

31.25% of Sub-Ch. 4818

FY 2019-20 Exp. Rank #3239

Balance

−1.79

Exports

39.30 ₹ Cr

0.0018% share

+5.62% YoY

64.77% of Sub-Ch. 4818

Imports

41.09 ₹ Cr

0.0012% share

+2.93% YoY

31.60% of Sub-Ch. 4818

FY 2020-21 Exp. Rank #3323

Balance

−13.20

Exports

38.61 ₹ Cr

0.0018% share

−1.76% YoY

61.88% of Sub-Ch. 4818

Imports

51.81 ₹ Cr

0.0018% share

+26.09% YoY

55.61% of Sub-Ch. 4818

FY 2021-22 Exp. Rank #3443

Balance

+4.36

Exports

47.05 ₹ Cr

0.0015% share

+21.86% YoY

59.60% of Sub-Ch. 4818

Imports

42.69 ₹ Cr

0.0009% share

−17.60% YoY

47.69% of Sub-Ch. 4818

FY 2022-23 Exp. Rank #3469

Balance

−0.53

Exports

50.13 ₹ Cr

0.0014% share

+6.55% YoY

54.88% of Sub-Ch. 4818

Imports

50.66 ₹ Cr

0.0009% share

+18.67% YoY

35.55% of Sub-Ch. 4818

FY 2023-24 Exp. Rank #3230

Balance

+30.57

Exports

62.28 ₹ Cr

0.0017% share

+24.24% YoY

63.51% of Sub-Ch. 4818

Imports

31.71 ₹ Cr

0.0006% share

−37.41% YoY

25.19% of Sub-Ch. 4818

FY 2024-25 Exp. Rank #3158

Balance

+28.35

Exports

69.60 ₹ Cr

0.0019% share

+11.75% YoY

67.00% of Sub-Ch. 4818

Imports

41.25 ₹ Cr

0.0007% share

+30.09% YoY

26.48% of Sub-Ch. 4818

CAGR · 7-Year

Exports

11.00% /yr

Imports

0.55% /yr

Consistently Surplus
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 48189000 Export-Import Analysis

Consistent Export Growth: 11.00% CAGR Over 7 Years

India's exports under HSN Code 48189000 have grown at a compound annual rate of 11.00% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹37.21 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹69.60 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Code 48189000 Ranked #3158 Among All 12657 HSN codes by Export Value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 48189000 ranks #3158 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 4818, it ranks #1 of 5. By trade surplus, it ranks #2577 of 12657.

FY 2023-24 Was the Strongest Growth Year for HSN Code 48189000 Exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 48189000 was recorded in FY 2023-24, when exports surged by 24.24% over the prior year.

India Maintains a Trade Surplus of ₹28.35 Crore in HSN Code 48189000 Goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹69.60 Cr exceeded imports of ₹41.25 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹28.35 Crore — ranking #2577 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

Import Growth of 0.55% CAGR Signals Stable Import Dependency for Toilet Paper & Similar Paper for Household

India's imports under HSN Code 48189000 have grown at 0.55% CAGR, reaching ₹41.25 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Code 48189000 Contributes 67.00% of Sub-Chapter 4818 Exports — Ranked #1

Among the 5 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 4818, HSN Code 48189000 ranks #1 by export value — accounting for 67.00% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 26.48% share (rank #2).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common queries about HSN Code 48189000 and GST compliance.

What products are classified under HSN 48189000 ?

It includes Corrugated paper cartons

Any common misclassification issue with Toilet Paper & Similar Paper for Household?

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 Toilet Paper & Similar Paper for Household is sold with other items?

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

Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Toilet Paper & Similar Paper for Household?

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.

Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Toilet Paper & Similar Paper for Household?

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

Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Toilet Paper & Similar Paper for Household?

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.

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.