HSN Code 49030020: Children’s Drawing or Colouring Books

HSN Code 49030020 represents Children’s Drawing or Colouring Books under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Children’s Drawing or Colouring Books correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Code 49030020, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import or export of Children’s Drawing or Colouring Books.

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Description of Goods for HSN Code 49030020

HSN Code 49030020 relates to the following description.

Description of Goods

Children's picture, drawing or colouring books : Drawing or colouring books

Chapter

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

Sub Chapter

4903 - Children's picture, drawing or colouring books

CGST

0%

SGST

0%

IGST

0%

CESS

0%

What does HSN Code 49030020 not include?

Children’s Drawing or Colouring Books does not include products with the following descriptions.

India’s Trade Performance — HSN Code 49030020 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

₹195 Cr

−6.14% vs FY 2023-24

0.0053% of India’s total exports

India’s Imports

FY 2024-25

₹12 Cr

+63.59% vs FY 2023-24

0.0002% of India’s total imports

Trade Balance

FY 2024-25

₹184 Cr

Trade Surplus

Surplus rank #1203 of 12657 HSN codes

% of Sub-Chapter 4903

FY 2024-25

86.62%

Share of Sub-Chapter 4903’s total exports in FY 2024-25

Import side: 30.85% of Sub-Chapter 4903’s imports

Rank Within Sub-Chapter 4903

FY 2024-25

#1 of 2

Position by export value among HSN codes in Sub-Chapter 4903

Import-side rank: #2 of 2

At a glance

7.63%

Export CAGR

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

#1871

National Export Rank

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

+33.23%

Peak Growth Year

FY 2021-22 · strongest single-year move

86.62%

Contribution to Sub-Ch. 4903

Share of Sub-Chapter 4903 exports in FY 2024-25

India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Code 49030020

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 #1768

Balance

+122.63

Exports

125.64 ₹ Cr

0.0055% share

YoY

93.89% of Sub-Ch. 4903

Imports

3.01 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

YoY

38.59% of Sub-Ch. 4903

FY 2019-20 Exp. Rank #1521

Balance

+152.24

Exports

159.55 ₹ Cr

0.0072% share

+26.99% YoY

96.76% of Sub-Ch. 4903

Imports

7.31 ₹ Cr

0.0002% share

+142.86% YoY

37.07% of Sub-Ch. 4903

FY 2020-21 Exp. Rank #1591

Balance

+157.08

Exports

160.94 ₹ Cr

0.0075% share

+0.87% YoY

96.13% of Sub-Ch. 4903

Imports

3.86 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

−47.20% YoY

30.59% of Sub-Ch. 4903

FY 2021-22 Exp. Rank #1584

Balance

+210.23

Exports

214.42 ₹ Cr

0.0068% share

+33.23% YoY

93.58% of Sub-Ch. 4903

Imports

4.19 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

+8.55% YoY

16.83% of Sub-Ch. 4903

FY 2022-23 Exp. Rank #1775

Balance

+186.86

Exports

193.96 ₹ Cr

0.0054% share

−9.54% YoY

88.70% of Sub-Ch. 4903

Imports

7.10 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

+69.45% YoY

21.58% of Sub-Ch. 4903

FY 2023-24 Exp. Rank #1744

Balance

+201.01

Exports

208.15 ₹ Cr

0.0058% share

+7.32% YoY

89.44% of Sub-Ch. 4903

Imports

7.14 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

+0.56% YoY

19.13% of Sub-Ch. 4903

FY 2024-25 Exp. Rank #1871

Balance

+183.68

Exports

195.36 ₹ Cr

0.0053% share

−6.14% YoY

86.62% of Sub-Ch. 4903

Imports

11.68 ₹ Cr

0.0002% share

+63.59% YoY

30.85% of Sub-Ch. 4903

CAGR · 7-Year

Exports

7.63% /yr

Imports

25.36% /yr

Consistently Surplus
Sub-Chapter 4903 total

reference, FY 2024-25

Export

₹225.54 Cr

Import

₹37.86 Cr

Trade Balance

+187.68

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

Key Trade Insights: HSN Code 49030020 Export-Import Analysis

Consistent Export Growth: 7.63% CAGR Over 7 Years

India's exports under HSN Code 49030020 have grown at a compound annual rate of 7.63% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹125.64 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹195.36 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Code 49030020 Ranked #1871 Among All 12657 HSN codes by Export Value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 49030020 ranks #1871 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 4903, it ranks #1 of 2. By trade surplus, it ranks #1203 of 12657.

FY 2021-22 Was the Strongest Growth Year for HSN Code 49030020 Exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 49030020 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 33.23% over the prior year.

India Maintains a Trade Surplus of ₹183.68 Crore in HSN Code 49030020 Goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹195.36 Cr exceeded imports of ₹11.68 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹183.68 Crore — ranking #1203 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

Import Growth of 25.36% CAGR Signals Rising Demand for Children’s Drawing or Colouring Books

India's imports under HSN Code 49030020 have grown at 25.36% CAGR, reaching ₹11.68 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Code 49030020 Contributes 86.62% of Sub-Chapter 4903 Exports — Ranked #1

Among the 2 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 4903, HSN Code 49030020 ranks #1 by export value — accounting for 86.62% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 30.85% share (rank #2).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common queries about HSN Code 49030020 and GST compliance.

What products are classified under HSN 49030020 ?

It includes In Book Form

Does e‑invoicing apply when I sell Children’s Drawing or Colouring Books?

e‑Invoicing depends on turnover, not the item’s rate. If AATO exceeds the notified threshold (presently ₹5 crore), B2B invoices must be reported.

Any example to understand GST on Children’s Drawing or Colouring Books?

Example: Fresh/chilled produce in open packs is Nil. If it is not fresh/chilled and sold as pre‑packaged & labelled, 5% may apply for food items.

Any watch‑outs when classifying Children’s Drawing or Colouring Books?

Use the exact HSN and form. Don’t charge GST on exempt items; apply 5%/12%/18% only where the entry requires it.

Is ITC available on expenses for supplying Children’s Drawing or Colouring Books?

No. ITC attributable to exempt/Nil supplies is not available. If you also make taxable supplies, apportion and reverse credit under Rule 42.

Do I need an e‑way bill while moving Children’s Drawing or Colouring Books?

An e‑way bill may be required if the consignment value exceeds ₹50,000, subject to notified exemptions for such goods.

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.