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# HSN Code 49059090: Printed maps, charts, atlases, and globes of all kinds | Other

- [Section 10: Guide to HSN Section 10](https://busy.in/hsn/section-10/)
- [Chapter 49: Printed books, newspapers, pictures and other products of the printing industry; manuscripts, typescripts and plans](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-49/)
- [Sub-chapter 4905: Maps and hydrographic charts](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-4905/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Other : Other | 6% | 6% | 12% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 49059090 ?

It includes Unused Postage, Revenue Stamps

### Any common misclassification issue with Printed maps, charts, atlases, and globes of all kinds / Other?

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

### How much GST applies to Printed maps, charts, atlases, and globes of all kinds / Other?

Under HSN 49059090, Printed maps, charts, atlases, and globes of all kinds / Other attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Printed maps, charts, atlases, and globes of all kinds / Other?

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 Printed maps, charts, atlases, and globes of all kinds / Other?

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 Printed maps, charts, atlases, and globes of all kinds / Other?

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.

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Printed maps, charts, atlases, and globes of all kinds / Other is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Printed maps, charts, atlases, and globes of all kinds / Other; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 49059090 (FY 2024-25)

Source: TradeStat EIDB, Ministry of Commerce & Industry. Values in ₹ Crore (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25).

- Exports: ₹4 Cr (+17.38% YoY) — 0.0001% of India's total exports
- Imports: < ₹1 Crore (−39.86% YoY) — 0.0000% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹3 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #3979 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 4905: 7.64% of its exports; import side 73.45%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 4905: #2 of 8 by export value; import-side #1

### Key metrics

- National export rank: #6856 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +17.38% in FY 2024-25
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 4905: 7.64% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 49059090

7-year export and import data, FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, in ₹ Crore. Source: Ministry of Commerce & Industry, TradeStat EIDB.

| FY | Exports (₹ Cr) | Exp share | Exp YoY | Exp % of Sub-Ch. 4905 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 4905 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | 0.00 | — |
| FY 2019-20 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | 0.00 | — |
| FY 2020-21 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | 0.00 | — |
| FY 2021-22 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | 0.00 | — |
| FY 2022-23 | 3.28 | 0.0001% | — | 6.18% | 2.67 | 0.0000% | — | 94.35% | +0.61 | #6908 |
| FY 2023-24 | 3.51 | 0.0001% | +7.01% | 5.95% | 1.38 | 0.0000% | −48.31% | 77.53% | +2.13 | #6971 |
| FY 2024-25 | 4.12 | 0.0001% | +17.38% | 7.64% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −39.86% | 73.45% | +3.29 | #6856 |

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 49059090 export-import analysis

### Export snapshot for HSN Code 49059090

India exported ₹4.12 Crore worth of Printed maps, charts, atlases, and globes of all kinds | Other in FY 2024-25. Multi-year trend data is being compiled for this hsn code.

### HSN Code 49059090 ranked #6856 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 49059090 ranks #6856 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 4905, it ranks #2 of 8. By trade surplus, it ranks #3979 of 12657.

### FY 2024-25 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 49059090 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 49059090 was recorded in FY 2024-25, when exports surged by 17.38% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹3.29 Crore in HSN Code 49059090 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹4.12 Cr exceeded imports of ₹0.83 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹3.29 Crore — ranking #3979 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### HSN Code 49059090 contributes 7.64% of Sub-Chapter 4905 exports — ranked #2

Among the 8 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 4905, HSN Code 49059090 ranks #2 by export value — accounting for 7.64% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 73.45% share (rank #1).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 4905

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 49059020: Other \| Globe](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-49059020/) | ₹49 Cr |
| #2 | HSN Code 49059090: Printed maps, charts, atlases, and globes of all kinds \| Other (this hsn code) | ₹4 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 49052000: In Book Form](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-49052000/) | < ₹1 Crore |
| #4 | [HSN Code 49059010: Geographical maps/charts: Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-49059010/) | < ₹1 Crore |
| — | [HSN Code 49051000: Maps Charts in Book Form](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-49051000/) | Nil |
| — | [HSN Code 49059100: Geographical Hydrological Astronomical Maps Charts](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-49059100/) | Nil |
| — | [HSN Code 49059910: Other Printed Maps Charts](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-49059910/) | Nil |
| — | [HSN Code 49059990: Tussar silk waste](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-49059990/) | Nil |