HSN Code 48237030 represents Paper Mache Articles under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Paper Mache Articles correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Code 48237030, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import or export of Paper Mache Articles.
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HSN Code 48237030 relates to the following description.
Paper and paperboard; articles of paper pulp of paper or of paperboard
Other paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding and webs of cellulose fibers, cut to size or shape; other articles of paperpulp, paper, paperboard,cellulose wadding or webs of cellulose fibers
Moulded or pressed article of paper pulp : Articles made of paper mache other than artware and moulded or pressed goods of wood pulp
2.5%
2.5%
5%
0%
Description of Goods
Moulded or pressed article of paper pulp : Articles made of paper mache other than artware and moulded or pressed goods of wood pulp
Chapter
48 - Paper and paperboard; articles of paper pulp of paper or of paperboard
Sub Chapter
4823 - Other paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding and webs of cellulose fibers, cut to size or shape; other articles of paperpulp, paper, paperboard,cellulose wadding or webs of cellulose fibers
CGST
2.5%
SGST
2.5%
IGST
5%
CESS
0%
Paper Mache Articles does not include products with the following descriptions.
Other paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding and webs of cellulose fibres, cut to size or shape; other articles of paper pulp, paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding or webs of cellulose fibres - gummed or adhesive paper, in strips or rolls : self-adhesive
Other paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding and webs of cellulose fibres, cut to size or shape; other articles of paper pulp, paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding or webs of cellulose fibres - gummed or adhesive paper, in strips or rolls : other
Filter paper and paperboard
Rolls, sheets and dials, printed for self-recording apparatus
Other paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding and webs of cellulose fibres, cut to size or shape; other articles of paper pulp, paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding or webs of cellulose fibres - trays, dishes, plates, cups and the like, of paper and paperboard
Trays. dishes, plates, cups and the like, of paper or paperboard: Of bamboo
Trays. dishes, plates, cups and the like, of paper or paperboard: Other
Moulded or pressed article of paper pulp : Paper pulp moulded trays
Moulded or pressed article of paper pulp : Wood pulp board
Moulded or pressed article of paper pulp :Other
Other : Braille paper, cellulose in sole board or sheet; packing and wrapping paper; paper for cigarette filter tips; paper cone for loud speaker; patterns made of papers for leather footwear, leather garments and goods; patterns made of paper for articles of apparel and clothing accessories, products consisting of sheets of paper or paperboard, impregnated, coated or covered with plastics (including thermoset resins or mixtures thereof or chemical formulations, contain-ing melamine phenol or urea formaldehyde with or without curing agents or catalysts), compressed together in one or more operations; decorative laminates : Braille paper
Other : Braille paper, cellulose in sole board or sheet; packing and wrapping paper; paper for cigarette filter tips; paper cone for loud speaker; patterns made of papers for leather footwear, leather garments and goods; patterns made of paper for articles of apparel and clothing accessories, products consisting of sheets of paper or paperboard, impregnated, coated or covered with plastics (including thermoset resins or mixtures thereof or chemical formulations, contain-ing melamine phenol or urea formaldehyde with or without curing agents or catalysts), compressed together in one or more operations; decorative laminates : Cellulose in sole board or sheet
Other : Braille paper, cellulose in sole board or sheet; packing and wrapping paper; paper for cigarette filter tips; paper cone for loud speaker; patterns made of papers for leather footwear, leather garments and goods; patterns made of paper for articles of apparel and clothing accessories, products consisting of sheets of paper or paperboard, impregnated, coated or covered with plastics (including thermoset resins or mixtures thereof or chemical formulations, contain-ing melamine phenol or urea formaldehyde with or without curing agents or catalysts), compressed together in one or more operations; decorative laminates : Packing and wrapping paper
Other : Braille paper, cellulose in sole board or sheet; packing and wrapping paper; paper for cigarette filter tips; paper cone for loud speaker; patterns made of papers for leather footwear, leather garments and goods; patterns made of paper for articles of apparel and clothing accessories, products consisting of sheets of paper or paperboard, impregnated, coated or covered with plastics (including thermoset resins or mixtures thereof or chemical formulations, contain-ing melamine phenol or urea formaldehyde with or without curing agents or catalysts), compressed together in one or more operations; decorative laminates : Paper for cigarette filter tips
Other : Braille paper, cellulose in sole board or sheet; packing and wrapping paper; paper for cigarette filter tips; paper cone for loud speaker; patterns made of papers for leather footwear, leather garments and goods; patterns made of paper for articles of apparel and clothing accessories, products consisting of sheets of paper or paperboard, impregnated, coated or covered with plastics (including thermoset resins or mixtures thereof or chemical formulations, contain-ing melamine phenol or urea formaldehyde with or without curing agents or catalysts), compressed together in one or more operations; decorative laminates : Paper cone for loud speaker
Other : Braille paper, cellulose in sole board or sheet; packing and wrapping paper; paper for cigarette filter tips; paper cone for loud speaker; patterns made of papers for leather footwear, leather garments and goods; patterns made of paper for articles of apparel and clothing accessories, products consisting of sheets of paper or paperboard, impregnated, coated or covered with plastics (including thermoset resins or mixtures thereof or chemical formulations, contain-ing melamine phenol or urea formaldehyde with or without curing agents or catalysts), compressed together in one or more operations; decorative laminates : Patterns made of papers for leather footwear, leather garments and goods
Other : Braille paper, cellulose in sole board or sheet; packing and wrapping paper; paper for cigarette filter tips; paper cone for loud speaker; patterns made of papers for leather footwear, leather garments and goods; patterns made of paper for articles of apparel and clothing accessories, products consisting of sheets of paper or paperboard, impregnated, coated or covered with plastics (including thermoset resins or mixtures thereof or chemical formulations, contain-ing melamine phenol or urea formaldehyde with or without curing agents or catalysts), compressed together in one or more operations; decorative laminates : Patterns made of paper for articles of apparel and clothing accessories
Other : Braille paper, cellulose in sole board or sheet;packing and wrapping paper; paper for cigarette filter tips; paper cone for loud speaker; patterns made of papers for leather footwear, leather garments and goods; patterns made of paper for articles of apparel and clothing accessories, products consisting of sheets of paper or paperboard, impregnated, coated or covered with plastics (including thermoset resins or mixtures thereof or chemical formulations, contain-ing melamine phenol or urea formaldehyde with or without curing agents or catalysts), compressed together in one or more operations; decorative laminates : Products consisting of sheets of paper or paperboard, impregnated, coated or covered with plastics (including thermoset resins or mixtures thereof or chemical formulations containing melamine, phenol or urea formaldehyde with or without curing agents or catalysts), compressed together in one or more operations
Other : Braille paper, cellulose in sole board or sheet; packing and wrapping paper; paper for cigarette filter tips; paper cone for loud speaker; patterns made of papers for leather footwear, leather garments and goods; patterns made of paper for articles of apparel and clothing accessories, products consisting of sheets of paper or paperboard, impregnated, coated or covered with plastics (including thermoset resins or mixtures thereof or chemical formulations, contain-ing melamine phenol or urea formaldehyde with or without curing agents or catalysts), compressed together in one or more operations; decorative laminates : Decorative laminates
Pre-punched cards; monotype and newstape paper in strips with perforated edges, not exceeding 15 cm in width; typewriting paper cut to size and the like : Pre-punched cards
Pre-punched cards; monotype and newstape paper in strips with perforated edges, not exceeding 15 cm in width; typewriting paper cut to size and the like : Monotype and newstape paper in strips with perforated edges, not exceeding 15cm in width
Pre-punched cards; monotype and newstape paper in strips with perforated edges, not exceeding 15 cm in width; typewriting paper cut to size and the like : Typewriting paper cut to size
Plain or embossed seals made of paper, laminated paper or paper gaskets
Other
Other paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding and webs of cellulose fibres, cut to size or shape; other articles of paper pulp, paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding or webs of cellulose fibres - gummed or adhesive paper, in strips or rolls : self-adhesive
Other paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding and webs of cellulose fibres, cut to size or shape; other articles of paper pulp, paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding or webs of cellulose fibres - gummed or adhesive paper, in strips or rolls : other
Filter paper and paperboard
Rolls, sheets and dials, printed for self-recording apparatus
Other paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding and webs of cellulose fibres, cut to size or shape; other articles of paper pulp, paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding or webs of cellulose fibres - trays, dishes, plates, cups and the like, of paper and paperboard
Trays. dishes, plates, cups and the like, of paper or paperboard: Of bamboo
Trays. dishes, plates, cups and the like, of paper or paperboard: Other
Moulded or pressed article of paper pulp : Paper pulp moulded trays
Moulded or pressed article of paper pulp : Wood pulp board
Moulded or pressed article of paper pulp :Other
Other : Braille paper, cellulose in sole board or sheet; packing and wrapping paper; paper for cigarette filter tips; paper cone for loud speaker; patterns made of papers for leather footwear, leather garments and goods; patterns made of paper for articles of apparel and clothing accessories, products consisting of sheets of paper or paperboard, impregnated, coated or covered with plastics (including thermoset resins or mixtures thereof or chemical formulations, contain-ing melamine phenol or urea formaldehyde with or without curing agents or catalysts), compressed together in one or more operations; decorative laminates : Braille paper
Other : Braille paper, cellulose in sole board or sheet; packing and wrapping paper; paper for cigarette filter tips; paper cone for loud speaker; patterns made of papers for leather footwear, leather garments and goods; patterns made of paper for articles of apparel and clothing accessories, products consisting of sheets of paper or paperboard, impregnated, coated or covered with plastics (including thermoset resins or mixtures thereof or chemical formulations, contain-ing melamine phenol or urea formaldehyde with or without curing agents or catalysts), compressed together in one or more operations; decorative laminates : Cellulose in sole board or sheet
Other : Braille paper, cellulose in sole board or sheet; packing and wrapping paper; paper for cigarette filter tips; paper cone for loud speaker; patterns made of papers for leather footwear, leather garments and goods; patterns made of paper for articles of apparel and clothing accessories, products consisting of sheets of paper or paperboard, impregnated, coated or covered with plastics (including thermoset resins or mixtures thereof or chemical formulations, contain-ing melamine phenol or urea formaldehyde with or without curing agents or catalysts), compressed together in one or more operations; decorative laminates : Packing and wrapping paper
Other : Braille paper, cellulose in sole board or sheet; packing and wrapping paper; paper for cigarette filter tips; paper cone for loud speaker; patterns made of papers for leather footwear, leather garments and goods; patterns made of paper for articles of apparel and clothing accessories, products consisting of sheets of paper or paperboard, impregnated, coated or covered with plastics (including thermoset resins or mixtures thereof or chemical formulations, contain-ing melamine phenol or urea formaldehyde with or without curing agents or catalysts), compressed together in one or more operations; decorative laminates : Paper for cigarette filter tips
Other : Braille paper, cellulose in sole board or sheet; packing and wrapping paper; paper for cigarette filter tips; paper cone for loud speaker; patterns made of papers for leather footwear, leather garments and goods; patterns made of paper for articles of apparel and clothing accessories, products consisting of sheets of paper or paperboard, impregnated, coated or covered with plastics (including thermoset resins or mixtures thereof or chemical formulations, contain-ing melamine phenol or urea formaldehyde with or without curing agents or catalysts), compressed together in one or more operations; decorative laminates : Paper cone for loud speaker
Other : Braille paper, cellulose in sole board or sheet; packing and wrapping paper; paper for cigarette filter tips; paper cone for loud speaker; patterns made of papers for leather footwear, leather garments and goods; patterns made of paper for articles of apparel and clothing accessories, products consisting of sheets of paper or paperboard, impregnated, coated or covered with plastics (including thermoset resins or mixtures thereof or chemical formulations, contain-ing melamine phenol or urea formaldehyde with or without curing agents or catalysts), compressed together in one or more operations; decorative laminates : Patterns made of papers for leather footwear, leather garments and goods
Other : Braille paper, cellulose in sole board or sheet; packing and wrapping paper; paper for cigarette filter tips; paper cone for loud speaker; patterns made of papers for leather footwear, leather garments and goods; patterns made of paper for articles of apparel and clothing accessories, products consisting of sheets of paper or paperboard, impregnated, coated or covered with plastics (including thermoset resins or mixtures thereof or chemical formulations, contain-ing melamine phenol or urea formaldehyde with or without curing agents or catalysts), compressed together in one or more operations; decorative laminates : Patterns made of paper for articles of apparel and clothing accessories
Other : Braille paper, cellulose in sole board or sheet;packing and wrapping paper; paper for cigarette filter tips; paper cone for loud speaker; patterns made of papers for leather footwear, leather garments and goods; patterns made of paper for articles of apparel and clothing accessories, products consisting of sheets of paper or paperboard, impregnated, coated or covered with plastics (including thermoset resins or mixtures thereof or chemical formulations, contain-ing melamine phenol or urea formaldehyde with or without curing agents or catalysts), compressed together in one or more operations; decorative laminates : Products consisting of sheets of paper or paperboard, impregnated, coated or covered with plastics (including thermoset resins or mixtures thereof or chemical formulations containing melamine, phenol or urea formaldehyde with or without curing agents or catalysts), compressed together in one or more operations
Other : Braille paper, cellulose in sole board or sheet; packing and wrapping paper; paper for cigarette filter tips; paper cone for loud speaker; patterns made of papers for leather footwear, leather garments and goods; patterns made of paper for articles of apparel and clothing accessories, products consisting of sheets of paper or paperboard, impregnated, coated or covered with plastics (including thermoset resins or mixtures thereof or chemical formulations, contain-ing melamine phenol or urea formaldehyde with or without curing agents or catalysts), compressed together in one or more operations; decorative laminates : Decorative laminates
Pre-punched cards; monotype and newstape paper in strips with perforated edges, not exceeding 15 cm in width; typewriting paper cut to size and the like : Pre-punched cards
Pre-punched cards; monotype and newstape paper in strips with perforated edges, not exceeding 15 cm in width; typewriting paper cut to size and the like : Monotype and newstape paper in strips with perforated edges, not exceeding 15cm in width
Pre-punched cards; monotype and newstape paper in strips with perforated edges, not exceeding 15 cm in width; typewriting paper cut to size and the like : Typewriting paper cut to size
Plain or embossed seals made of paper, laminated paper or paper gaskets
Other
India’s Exports
FY 2024-25₹23 Cr
0.0006% of India’s total exports
India’s Imports
FY 2024-25₹4 Cr
0.0001% of India’s total imports
Trade Balance
FY 2024-25₹19 Cr
Surplus rank #2841 of 12657 HSN codes
% of Sub-Chapter 4823
FY 2024-250.45%
Share of Sub-Chapter 4823’s total exports in FY 2024-25
Import side: 0.29% of Sub-Chapter 4823’s imports
Rank Within Sub-Chapter 4823
FY 2024-25#10 of 25
Position by export value among HSN codes in Sub-Chapter 4823
Import-side rank: #16 of 25
At a glance
17.20%
Export CAGR
FY 2018-19 → FY 2024-25 · 7 fiscal years
#4661
National Export Rank
of 12657 HSN codes by export value, FY 2024-25
+59.59%
Peak Growth Year
FY 2021-22 · strongest single-year move
0.45%
Contribution to Sub-Ch. 4823
Share of Sub-Chapter 4823 exports in FY 2024-25
7-year export and import data, FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, in ₹ Crore. Source: Ministry of Commerce & Industry, TradeStat EIDB.
Balance
+8.92
Exports
9.00 ₹ Cr
0.0004% share
— YoY
0.40% of Sub-Ch. 4823
Imports
< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr
0.0000% share
— YoY
0.01% of Sub-Ch. 4823
Balance
+13.57
Exports
13.81 ₹ Cr
0.0006% share
+53.44% YoY
0.56% of Sub-Ch. 4823
Imports
< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr
0.0000% share
+200.00% YoY
0.04% of Sub-Ch. 4823
Balance
+5.46
Exports
5.89 ₹ Cr
0.0003% share
−57.35% YoY
0.22% of Sub-Ch. 4823
Imports
< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr
0.0000% share
+79.17% YoY
0.08% of Sub-Ch. 4823
Balance
+9.32
Exports
9.40 ₹ Cr
0.0003% share
+59.59% YoY
0.25% of Sub-Ch. 4823
Imports
< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr
0.0000% share
−81.40% YoY
0.01% of Sub-Ch. 4823
Balance
+14.40
Exports
14.42 ₹ Cr
0.0004% share
+53.40% YoY
0.33% of Sub-Ch. 4823
Imports
< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr
0.0000% share
−75.00% YoY
0.00% of Sub-Ch. 4823
Balance
+20.73
Exports
21.27 ₹ Cr
0.0006% share
+47.50% YoY
0.46% of Sub-Ch. 4823
Imports
< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr
0.0000% share
+2,600.00% YoY
0.05% of Sub-Ch. 4823
Balance
+19.32
Exports
23.32 ₹ Cr
0.0006% share
+9.64% YoY
0.45% of Sub-Ch. 4823
Imports
4.00 ₹ Cr
0.0001% share
+640.74% YoY
0.29% of Sub-Ch. 4823
CAGR · 7-Year
Exports
17.20% /yr
Imports
91.94% /yr
reference, FY 2024-25
Export
₹5,208.69 Cr
Import
₹1,374.19 Cr
Trade Balance
+3,834.50
India's exports under HSN Code 48237030 have grown at a compound annual rate of 17.20% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹9.00 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹23.32 Crore in FY 2024-25.
In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 48237030 ranks #4661 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 4823, it ranks #10 of 25. By trade surplus, it ranks #2841 of 12657.
The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 48237030 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 59.59% over the prior year.
In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹23.32 Cr exceeded imports of ₹4.00 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹19.32 Crore — ranking #2841 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.
India's imports under HSN Code 48237030 have grown at 91.94% CAGR, reaching ₹4.00 Crore in FY 2024-25.
Among the 25 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 4823, HSN Code 48237030 ranks #10 by export value — accounting for 0.45% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.29% share (rank #16).
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Clear answers to common queries about HSN Code 48237030 and GST compliance.
It includes Braille Paper
Use the exact HSN and describe the form/grade. For multi‑line invoices, apply the rate per line to avoid wrong tax collection.
If your outward supply is taxable, eligible ITC is available subject to general restrictions. For exempt/Nil supplies, reverse credit per Rule 42.
Under HSN 48237030, Paper Mache Articles attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.
Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Paper Mache Articles; Nil for exempt items if applicable).
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.
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.