---
title: "HSN Code for Transfers (Decalcomanias), Vitrifiable | HSN 49081000 GST Rate"
description: "Find HSN and GST Rates for 49081000 related to Transfers (Decalcomanias), Vitrifiable with BUSY Accounting - The reliable source for HSN and GST details in India."
canonical: "https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-49081000/"
---

# HSN Code 49081000: Transfers (Decalcomanias), Vitrifiable

- [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 4908: Transfers](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-4908/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Transfers (decalcomanias), vitrifiable | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 49081000 ?

It includes Soap-Based Wetting Agents (Retail)

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Transfers (Decalcomanias), Vitrifiable?

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 Transfers (Decalcomanias), Vitrifiable?

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

### How much GST applies to Transfers (Decalcomanias), Vitrifiable?

Under HSN 49081000, Transfers (Decalcomanias), Vitrifiable attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Any common misclassification issue with Transfers (Decalcomanias), Vitrifiable?

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

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Transfers (Decalcomanias), Vitrifiable?

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.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 49081000 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹3 Cr (+50.49% YoY) — 0.0001% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹21 Cr (+15.88% YoY) — 0.0003% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹18 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #9460 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 4908: 24.27% of its exports; import side 15.34%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 4908: #2 of 2 by export value; import-side #2

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 23.87% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #7178 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +111.11% in FY 2021-22
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 4908: 24.27% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 49081000

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. 4908 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 4908 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 8.56% | 19.21 | 0.0005% | — | 19.19% | −18.36 | #7756 |
| FY 2019-20 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −10.59% | 7.34% | 17.14 | 0.0005% | −10.78% | 19.27% | −16.38 | #7851 |
| FY 2020-21 | 1.08 | 0.0001% | +42.11% | 11.03% | 15.93 | 0.0005% | −7.06% | 21.42% | −14.85 | #7603 |
| FY 2021-22 | 2.28 | 0.0001% | +111.11% | 18.18% | 22.01 | 0.0005% | +38.17% | 18.83% | −19.73 | #7182 |
| FY 2022-23 | 1.53 | 0.0000% | −32.89% | 8.51% | 21.61 | 0.0004% | −1.82% | 17.29% | −20.08 | #7716 |
| FY 2023-24 | 2.04 | 0.0001% | +33.33% | 12.53% | 17.82 | 0.0003% | −17.54% | 14.64% | −15.78 | #7555 |
| FY 2024-25 | 3.07 | 0.0001% | +50.49% | 24.27% | 20.65 | 0.0003% | +15.88% | 15.34% | −17.58 | #7178 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 23.87%/yr, imports 1.21%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 49081000 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 23.87% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 49081000 have grown at a compound annual rate of 23.87% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹0.85 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹3.07 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 49081000 ranked #7178 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 49081000 ranks #7178 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 4908, it ranks #2 of 2. By trade surplus, it ranks #9460 of 12657.

### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 49081000 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 49081000 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 111.11% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹17.58 Crore in HSN Code 49081000 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹20.65 Cr exceeded exports of ₹3.07 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹17.58 Crore — ranking #9460 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 1.21% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Transfers (Decalcomanias), Vitrifiable

India's imports under HSN Code 49081000 have grown at 1.21% CAGR, reaching ₹20.65 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 49081000 contributes 24.27% of Sub-Chapter 4908 exports — ranked #2

Among the 2 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 4908, HSN Code 49081000 ranks #2 by export value — accounting for 24.27% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 15.34% share (rank #2).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 4908

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 49089000: Transfers and Decals on Paper or Paperboard](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-49089000/) | ₹10 Cr |
| #2 | HSN Code 49081000: Transfers (Decalcomanias), Vitrifiable (this hsn code) | ₹3 Cr |