HSN Code 49070010: Unused Postage, Revenue Stamps

HSN Code 49070010 represents Unused Postage, Revenue Stamps under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Unused Postage, Revenue Stamps correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Code 49070010, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import or export of Unused Postage, Revenue Stamps.

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Description of Goods for HSN Code 49070010

HSN Code 49070010 relates to the following description.

Description of Goods

Unused postage, revenue or similar stamps of current or new issue in the country in which they have, or will have, a recognized face value; stamp-impressed paper; bank notes; cheque forms; stock, share or bond certificates and similar documents of title : Unused postage, revenue or similar stamps of current or new issue in the country in which they have, or will have, a recognized face value

Chapter

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

Sub Chapter

4907 - Unused postage, revenue or similar stamps of current or new issue in the country in which they have, or will have, a recognized face value; stamp-impressed paper; bank notes; cheque forms; stock, share or bond certificates and similar documents of title

CGST

9%

SGST

9%

IGST

18%

CESS

0%

What does HSN Code 49070010 not include?

Unused Postage, Revenue Stamps does not include products with the following descriptions.

HSN Code 49070020

Unused postage, revenue or similar stamps of current or new issue in the country in which they have, or will have, a recognized face value; stamp-impressed paper; bank notes; cheque forms; stock, share or bond certificates and similar documents of title : Bank notes

HSN Code 49070030

Unused postage, revenue or similar stamps of current or new issue in the country in which they have, or will have, a recognized face value; stamp-impressed paper; bank notes; cheque forms; stock, share or bond certificates and similar documents of title : Documents of title conveying the right to use Information Technology software

HSN Code 49070090

Unused postage, revenue or similar stamps of current or new issue in the country in which they have, or will have, a recognized face value; stamp-impressed paper; bank notes; cheque forms; stock, share or bond certificates and similar documents of title : Other

India’s Trade Performance — HSN Code 49070010 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

< ₹1 Crore

−60.66% vs FY 2023-24

0.0000% of India’s total exports

India’s Imports

FY 2024-25

< ₹1 Crore

+800.00% vs FY 2023-24

0.0000% of India’s total imports

Trade Balance

FY 2024-25

< ₹1 Crore

Trade Surplus

Surplus rank #4889 of 12657 HSN codes

% of Sub-Chapter 4907

FY 2024-25

0.70%

Share of Sub-Chapter 4907’s total exports in FY 2024-25

Import side: 0.04% of Sub-Chapter 4907’s imports

Rank Within Sub-Chapter 4907

FY 2024-25

#3 of 4

Position by export value among HSN codes in Sub-Chapter 4907

Import-side rank: #3 of 4

At a glance

25.99%

Export CAGR

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

#8852

National Export Rank

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

+96,383.33%

Peak Growth Year

FY 2019-20 · strongest single-year move

0.70%

Contribution to Sub-Ch. 4907

Share of Sub-Chapter 4907 exports in FY 2024-25

India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Code 49070010

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 #9103

Balance

−5.00

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

— YoY

0.05% of Sub-Ch. 4907

Imports

5.12 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

— YoY

2.16% of Sub-Ch. 4907

FY 2019-20 Exp. Rank #1851

Balance

+111.02

Exports

115.78 ₹ Cr

0.0053% share

+96,383.33% YoY

90.43% of Sub-Ch. 4907

Imports

4.76 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

−7.03% YoY

1.87% of Sub-Ch. 4907

FY 2020-21 Exp. Rank #9006

Balance

−8.39

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−99.86% YoY

0.85% of Sub-Ch. 4907

Imports

8.55 ₹ Cr

0.0003% share

+79.62% YoY

2.57% of Sub-Ch. 4907

FY 2021-22 Exp. Rank #9201

Balance

−0.24

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

+25.00% YoY

0.68% of Sub-Ch. 4907

Imports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−94.85% YoY

0.17% of Sub-Ch. 4907

FY 2022-23 Exp. Rank #7453

Balance

+1.77

Exports

1.97 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

+885.00% YoY

4.24% of Sub-Ch. 4907

Imports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−54.55% YoY

0.06% of Sub-Ch. 4907

FY 2023-24 Exp. Rank #8067

Balance

+1.21

Exports

1.22 ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−38.07% YoY

2.52% of Sub-Ch. 4907

Imports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−95.00% YoY

0.00% of Sub-Ch. 4907

FY 2024-25 Exp. Rank #8852

Balance

+0.39

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−60.66% YoY

0.70% of Sub-Ch. 4907

Imports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

+800.00% YoY

0.04% of Sub-Ch. 4907

CAGR · 7-Year

Exports

25.99% /yr

Imports

−49.01% /yr

Consistently Surplus
Sub-Chapter 4907 total

reference, FY 2024-25

Export

₹68.41 Cr

Import

₹240.71 Cr

Trade Balance

−172.30

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

Key Trade Insights: HSN Code 49070010 Export-Import Analysis

Consistent Export Growth: 25.99% CAGR Over 7 Years

India's exports under HSN Code 49070010 have grown at a compound annual rate of 25.99% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹0.12 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹0.48 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Code 49070010 Ranked #8852 Among All 12657 HSN codes by Export Value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 49070010 ranks #8852 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 4907, it ranks #3 of 4. By trade surplus, it ranks #4889 of 12657.

FY 2019-20 Was the Strongest Growth Year for HSN Code 49070010 Exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 49070010 was recorded in FY 2019-20, when exports surged by 96,383.33% over the prior year.

India Maintains a Trade Surplus of ₹0.39 Crore in HSN Code 49070010 Goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹0.48 Cr exceeded imports of ₹0.09 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹0.39 Crore — ranking #4889 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

Import Growth of −49.01% CAGR Signals Stable Import Dependency for Unused Postage, Revenue Stamps

India's imports under HSN Code 49070010 have grown at −49.01% CAGR, reaching ₹0.09 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Code 49070010 Contributes 0.70% of Sub-Chapter 4907 Exports — Ranked #3

Among the 4 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 4907, HSN Code 49070010 ranks #3 by export value — accounting for 0.70% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.04% share (rank #3).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common queries about HSN Code 49070010 and GST compliance.

What products are classified under HSN 49070010 ?

It includes IT software docs

Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Unused Postage, Revenue Stamps?

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 Unused Postage, Revenue Stamps?

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

Any common misclassification issue with Unused Postage, Revenue Stamps?

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

Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Unused Postage, Revenue Stamps?

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 Unused Postage, Revenue Stamps is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Unused Postage, Revenue Stamps; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

How much GST applies to Unused Postage, Revenue Stamps?

Under HSN 49070010, Unused Postage, Revenue Stamps 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.