HSN Code 49019100: Dictionaries, Encyclopaedias & Serial Installments

HSN Code 49019100 represents Dictionaries, Encyclopaedias & Serial Installments under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Dictionaries, Encyclopaedias & Serial Installments correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Code 49019100, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import/export of Dictionaries, Encyclopaedias & Serial Installments.

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Chapter Number	Chapter Name	Sub Chapter Number	Sub Chapter Name	Description of Goods	CGST (%)	SGST (%)	IGST (%)	CESS (%)
49	Printed books, newspapers, pictures and other products of the printing industry; manuscripts, typescripts and plans	4901	Printed books, brochures, leaflets and similar printed matter, whether or not in single sheets	Other : Dictionaries and encyclopaedias, and serial instalments thereof	2.5%	2.5%	5%	0%

Description of goods

Other : Dictionaries and encyclopaedias, and serial instalments thereof

Chapter

49 – Printed books, newspapers, pictures and other products of the printing industry; manuscripts, typescripts and plans

Sub Chapter

4901 – Printed books, brochures, leaflets and similar printed matter, whether or not in single sheets

CGST 2.5%

SGST 2.5%

IGST 5%

CESS 0%

HSN Code	Description
49011010	In single sheets, whether or not folded : Printed books
49011020	In single sheets, whether or not folded : Pamphlets, booklets, brochures, leaflets and similar printed matter
49019900	Other : Other

HSN Code 49011010

In single sheets, whether or not folded : Printed books

HSN Code 49011020

In single sheets, whether or not folded : Pamphlets, booklets, brochures, leaflets and similar printed matter

HSN Code 49019900

Other : Other

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What products are classified under HSN 49019100 ?

It includes Newspapers (At Least 4x/Week)

Any common misclassification issue with Dictionaries, Encyclopaedias & Serial Installments?

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 Dictionaries, Encyclopaedias & Serial Installments is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Dictionaries, Encyclopaedias & Serial Installments; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Dictionaries, Encyclopaedias & Serial Installments?

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.

Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Dictionaries, Encyclopaedias & Serial Installments?

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 Dictionaries, Encyclopaedias & Serial Installments?

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 Dictionaries, Encyclopaedias & Serial Installments?

Under HSN 49019100, Dictionaries, Encyclopaedias & Serial Installments attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

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.

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