Packing Material HSN Code: GST Classification for Packaging Supplie

Updated: Jun 3, 2026 12 min read Apurva Maheshwari

Packing materials such as cartons, boxes, plastic films and bags are used by almost every business to store and ship goods. Under GST, these items are classified using HSN codes based on the material and form. Correct packing material HSN code selection is important because packing expenses often appear as separate line items in invoices and purchase orders.

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Packing Material HSN Code Classification and GST Rates

Here are some commonly used HSN codes and GST rates for this category

Section Classification

Section No

Section Title

Guide to HSN Section 07

Section Description

Plastics And Articles Thereof, Rubber And Articles Thereof

Section No

Section Title

Guide to HSN Section 10

Section Description

Pulp Of Wood Or Of Other Fibrous Cellulosic Material; Recovered (Waste And Scrap) Paper Or Paperboard; Paper And Paperboard & Articles Thereof

Section No

Section Title

Guide to HSN Section 11

Section Description

Textile & Textile Articles

Chapter Classification

Chapter No

Chapter Title

Plastics and Articles Thereof

Chapter Description

Plastics and articles thereof

Chapter No

Chapter Title

Paper and paperboard; articles of paper pulp of paper or of paperboard

Chapter Description

Paper and paperboard; articles of paper pulp of paper or of paperboard

Chapter No

Chapter Title

Made-up Textile, Worn Clothing & Rags

Chapter Description

Other made up textile articles; sets; worn clothing and worn textile articles; rags

4 Digit HSN Code Classification

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Self-adhesive plastics

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Plastic Plates & Sheets

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Plastic sheets and strips

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Plastic packaging articles, caps & closures

GST Rate

0%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Uncoated kraft paper

GST Rate

5%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Uncoated Paper & Board

GST Rate

5%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Corrugated Or Creped Paper

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Coated paper

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Copying paper, duplicator stencils

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Paper stationery: envelopes, boxes

GST Rate

5%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Cartons, boxes, cases, of paperboard

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Paper labels

GST Rate

12%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Paperboard cut or shaped articles

GST Rate

5%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Packing Sacks & Bags

GST Rate

5%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Other Made-Up Articles, Dress Patterns

GST Rate

5%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Woven fabric & yarn sets, tapestries

GST Rate

5%

8 Digit HSN Code Classification

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

In Rolls Of Width Not Exceeding 20 Cm

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Other :Plastic stickers

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Other | Cellulose Adhesive Tape

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Self-Adhesive Plastic Sheets & Tapes

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Polyethylene sheets: Rigid, plain

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Flexible polyethylene sheets

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Bleached Polyester Fabrics (Mixed Filaments)

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Polyethylene sheets, other

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Of polymers of ehtylene : Other : Rigid, plain

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Of polymers of ehtylene : Other : Flexible, plain

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Of Polymers Of Ehtylene | Other | Other

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Of Polymers Of Propylene | Rigid, Plain

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Polymers Of Propylene | Flexible, Plain

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Of Polymers Of Propylene | Other

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Of Polymers Of Styrene | Rigid, Plain

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Of Polymers Of Styrene | Flexible, Plain

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Of Polymers Of Styrene | Other

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Geomembrane (Polyethylene, IS 16352)

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Of Polymers Of Vinyl Chloride

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Acrylic Polymer Sheets: Poly (Methyl Methacrylate), Rigid Plain

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Acrylic Polymer Sheets: Poly (Methyl Methacrylate), Flexible, Plain

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

PMMA sheets

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Rigid Plain Acrylic Polymer Sheets: Poly (Methyl Methacrylate)

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Flexible Acrylic Polymer Sheets: Poly (Methyl Methacrylate)

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Poly(methyl methacrylate) products

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Polyacrylate sheets: Rigid, plain

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Polyacrylate sheets, flexible

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Polyacrylate sheets

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Of acrylic polymers: Other : Other : Rigid, plain

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Acrylic polymers

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Acrylic polymers: Other

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Rigid Plain Polycarbonate Sheets

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Flexible Plain Polycarbonate Sheets

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Cotton Carpets (Non-Durries)

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Rigid Plain Poly(ethylene terephthalate)

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Flexible Plain Poly(ethylene terephthalate)

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Other Poly(ethylene terephthalate)

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Rigid Plain Unsaturated Polyester

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Other Polyester Packaging Film

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Other Unsaturated Polyester Sheets

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Rigid Plain Polyester Packaging Film

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Flexible Plain Polyester Packaging Film

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Cellulose Nitrate/Celluloid Sheets

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Rigid Plain Polyester Sun/Dust Control Film

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Flexible Plain Polyester Sun/Dust Control Film

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Other Polyester Sun/Dust Control Film

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Rigid Plain Polyester Film

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Flexible Plain Polyester Film

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Other Polyester Film

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Rigid Plain Polyester Sheets

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Flexible Plain Polyester Sheets

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Other Non-Cellular Polyester Sheets

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Rigid Plain Other Cellulose Derivative Sheets

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Transparent Cellophane Film

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Plain Cellulose Nitrate/Celluloid Sheets

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Oil Extended Styrene Butadiene Rubber

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Other Regenerated Cellulose

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Other Transparent Cellophane

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Flexible Plain Other Regenerated Cellulose

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Flexible Plain Vulcanised Fibre Sheets

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Other Vulcanised Fibre Sheets

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Rigid Plain Poly(vinyl butyral) Sheets

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Flexible Plain Plasticized Cellulose Acetate Sheets

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Other Non-Plasticized Cellulose Acetate Sheets

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Rigid Plain Non-Plasticized Cellulose Acetate Sheets

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Rigid Plain Plasticized Cellulose Acetate Sheets

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Plasticized Cellulose Acetate Sheets

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Other Plasticized Cellulose Acetate Sheets

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Frozen Swine Meat (Pre-packaged)

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Flexible Plain Cellulose Acetate Sheets

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Cellulose Acetate Plastics: Other Plates, Sheets & Films

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Rigid Cellulose Nitrate/Celluloid Sheets

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Flexible Cellulose Nitrate/Celluloid Sheets

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Other Cellulose Nitrate/Celluloid Sheets

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Other Cellulose Derivative Sheets

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Rigid Plain Cellulose Acetate Sheets

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Flexible Plain Other Cellulose Derivative Sheets

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Rigid, plain poly (vinyl butyral)

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Flexible Plain Poly(vinyl butyral) Sheets

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Other Poly(vinyl butyral) Sheets

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Rubber Conveyor Belts: <25% Rubber, Plastic Reinf.

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Poly (vinyl butyral): Flexible, plain

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Of other plastics: Of poly (vinyl butyral): Other

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Rigid Polyamide Fluoride Film: Other Plastics

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Polyamide Fluoride Film: Flexible, Plain, Other Plastics

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Polyamide fluoride film

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Polyamides, rigid and plain

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Flexible polyamides

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Of other plastics: Of polyamides : Other : Other

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Of other plastics: Of amino-resins : Rigid, plain

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Flexible plastics

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Plastics | Amino-Resins

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Phenolic resins: Rigid, plain

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Phenolic resins, flexible

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Of other plastics: Of phenolic resins : Other

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Other Poly(vinyl acetate)

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Regenerated Cellulose Based Other Plastics

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Flexible Plain Poly(vinyl acetate)

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Rigid Vinyl Plastic Films, Sheets & Strips: Plain

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Flexible Vinyl Plastic Films, Sheets and Strips

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Vinyl plastics: Other

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Rigid Plain Vinyl Chloride-Vinyl Acetate Copolymer Sheets

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Flexible Plain Vinyl Chloride-Vinyl Acetate Copolymer Sheets

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Other Vinyl Chloride-Vinyl Acetate Copolymer Sheets

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

PTFE Sheets: Rigid, Plain Poly (Tetrafluoro-Ethylene)

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

PTFE Sheets, Flexible & Plain: Other Plastics

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

PTFE sheet: Other plastics

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Other plastics: Reflective sheeting

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Retro reflective plain sheeting

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Plastics: Retro reflective sheeting

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Rigid Plain Poly(vinyl acetate)

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Of Other Plastics | Other | Rigid, Plain

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Plastics | Flexible, Plain

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Of Other Plastics | Other | Other

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Cellular plastics (Styrene)

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Cellular plastics (Vinyl chloride)0

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Cellular plastics (Polyurethane – Flexible)

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Cellular plastics (Polyurethane – Other)

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Cellular plastics (Regenerated cellulose)

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Cellular plastics (Other)

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Thermocol

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Rigid lacquered vinyl polymers

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Flexible lacquered vinyl chloride

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Rigid, metallised polymers

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Flexible, metallised PVC

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Rigid laminated vinyl polymers

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Flexible laminated vinyl chloride

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Other :Of polymers of vinyl chloride : Other

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Rigid lacquered cellulose

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Regenerated cellulose: Flexible, lacquered

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Metallized cellulose

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Regenerated cellulose, flexible

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Rigid laminated cellulose

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Regenerated cellulose: Flexible, laminated

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Other | Handles Of Cutlery Of Base Metal

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Other | Other | Rigid, Lacquered

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Other | Other | Flexible, Lacquered

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Other | Other | Rigid, Metallised

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Other | Other | Flexible, Metallised

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Other | Other | Rigid, Laminated

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Other | Other | Flexible, Laminated

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Other plates, sheets, film, foil and strip of plastics | Other

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Plastic Containers for Media

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Plastic Pails, Buckets, and Similar Containers

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Insulated ware boxes and crates

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Packing Boxes for Connectors

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Boxes, cases, crates and similar article

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Bags of polymers of ethylene

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

PVC Sacks and Bags Including Cones: Other Plastics

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Sacks and bags of other plastics

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Insulated ware: Carboys, bottles, flasks

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Carboys, bottles, flasks

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Spools, Cops, Bobbins | Supports

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Caps, Closures & Stoppers for Bottles and Containers

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Stoppers, lids, caps and other closures : Other

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Other | Insulated Ware

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Other | Aseptic Bags

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Plastic Sanitary Ware: Baths, Sinks & More

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Kraftliner : Unbleached

GST Rate

12%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Kraftliner | Other

GST Rate

12%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Sack Kraft Paper | Unbleached

GST Rate

12%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Sack Kraft Paper | Other

GST Rate

12%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Other kraft paper and paperboard weighing 150 g/m2 or less: Unbleached

GST Rate

12%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Kraft paper

GST Rate

12%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Unbleached Kraft Paperboard (150-225 g/m²)s

GST Rate

12%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Bleached Kraft Paper/Board (>=225 g/m2, Chemical Pulp)

GST Rate

12%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Other Kraft Paperboard (150-225 g/m²)

GST Rate

12%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Kraft Paper & Paperboard ≥ 225 g/m²: Unbleached

GST Rate

12%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Surgical Forceps/Clamps/Clips/Holders

GST Rate

12%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Kraft paper ≥225 g/m2

GST Rate

12%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Fluting paper : Semi-chemical fluting paper

GST Rate

12%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Straw Fluting Paper

GST Rate

12%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Fluting paper : Other

GST Rate

12%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Recycled liner board: Testliner

GST Rate

12%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Testliner (recycled liner board), 150g+

GST Rate

12%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Sulphite wrapping paper

GST Rate

12%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Filter paper and paperboard

GST Rate

12%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Felt Paper & Board

GST Rate

12%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Other : Weighing 150 g/m2 or less

GST Rate

12%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Weighing more than 150 g/m2

GST Rate

12%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Other | Weighing 225 G/M2 Or More

GST Rate

12%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Corrugated paper and board

GST Rate

12%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Sack Creped Kraft Paper

GST Rate

12%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Other Creped Kraft Paper

GST Rate

12%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Kraft Paper, Creped or Crinkled: Embossed or Perforated Other

GST Rate

12%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Tarred/asphalted paper and paperboard

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Self-adhesive paper and paperboard

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Gummed or adhesive paper and paperboard : other

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Other Bleached Plastic-Coated Paper

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Aseptic Packaging Paper (more than 150g/m2)

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Aseptic Packaging Paper

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Paper and Paperboard Products Not Elsewhere Classified

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Kraft Paper and Paperboard Sheets

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Handmade Paper And Paperboard

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Chromo & Art Paper, Coated

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Building board of paper or pulp

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Chromo Board

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Raw Base Paper For Sensitising

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Surface Marbled Paper

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Leather Board And Imitation Leather

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Matrix Board

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Grape Guard Paper

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Fax Machine Thermal Paper

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Thermal Paper Jumbo Rolls

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Thermal paper in rolls of size less than 1 m in width

GST Rate

12%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Wallpaper Wall Coverings Plaiting Material

GST Rate

12%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Other Paper/Paperboard

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Duplicator Stencils Paper

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Self-copy paper : Duplicating paper, cut to size

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Self-Copy Paper | Paper For Fax Machine

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Self-Copy Paper | Other

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Self-Adhesive Gummed Paper Rolls

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Other Copying/Transfer Papers (Cut to Size)

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Calculating Machine Paper Rolls/Strips (≤15cm)

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Carbon, copy, transfer papers, stencils & plates, of paper | Other

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Envelopes

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Postcards and letter cards

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Paper Writing Blocks

GST Rate

12%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Paper Boxes with Stationery

GST Rate

12%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Corrugated boxes

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Corrugated paper cartons

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Cartons for Match Sticks

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Folding Cartons & Boxes

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Folding cartons, boxes, and cases of non-corrugated paper

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Sacks and bags over 40 cm width

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Other Sacks And Bags, Including Cones

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Corrugated Paper/Paperboard Packing Containers

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Other packing containers

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Office Use Boxes (Paperboard)

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Printed Paper Tags

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Printed | Labels

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Other Printed

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Other : labels

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Paper or paperboard labels, whether or not printed | Other

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Other Gummed Adhesive Paper

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Paper Plates Cups Trays

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Filter Paper & Board

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Rolls for self-recording apparatus

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Printed Globes

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Bamboo Tableware: Trays, Dishes, Plates, Cups of Paper or Paperboard

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Paper/Paperboard Tableware & Cups: Other

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Paper pulp moulded trays

GST Rate

12%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Wood pulp board

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Paper Mache Articles

GST Rate

5%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Moulded or pressed article of paper pulp :Other

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Braille Paper

GST Rate

5%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Cellulose (Sole board/sheet)

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Packing And Wrapping Paper

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Paper for cigarette filter tips

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Paper Cone For Loudspeaker

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Other | Insecticides; Synthetic Pyrethrum

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Patterns for apparel & accessories

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Braille Paper and Other Products

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Decorative Laminates

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Other Used Postage/Revenue Stamps

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Pre-punched Cards

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Paper Seals: Plain, Embossed, Laminated or Gaskets

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Labels, Tags and Similar Paper Products

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Curtains and Interior Blinds of Cotton

GST Rate

5%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Curtains and Blinds of Synthetic Fibres

GST Rate

5%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Curtains and Blinds of Wool

GST Rate

5%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Curtains and Blinds of Other Textile Materials

GST Rate

5%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Jute Wool Sacks for Packing

GST Rate

5%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Plastic Coated Jute Bags

GST Rate

5%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Paper Laminated Hessian Jute Sacks

GST Rate

5%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Jute Soil Savers for Agricultural Use

GST Rate

5%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Other Jute or Bast Fibre Bags

GST Rate

5%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Cotton Sacks and Bags for Packing

GST Rate

5%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Flexible Bulk Containers from Man-Made Materials

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Polyethylene & Polypropylene Bags and Sacks

GST Rate

18%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Other Man-Made Textile Bags

GST Rate

5%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Bags & Sacks of Other Textile Materials

GST Rate

5%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Cotton Floor-Cloths, Dish-Cloths, Dusters

GST Rate

5%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Textile Made-Up Articles of Cotton

GST Rate

5%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Textile Made-Up Articles of Synthetic Fibres

GST Rate

5%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Floor-cloths, dish-cloths, dusters and similar cleaning cloths

GST Rate

5%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Bed Sheets & Table Linen of Cotton

GST Rate

5%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Bed Sheets & Table Linen of Other Textile Materials

GST Rate

5%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Toilet Linen of Cotton

GST Rate

5%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Toilet Linen of Other Textile Materials

GST Rate

5%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Other Toilet Linen Articles

GST Rate

5%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Kitchen Linen of Cotton

GST Rate

5%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Kitchen Linen of Other Textile Materials

GST Rate

5%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Rubber Waterproof Footwear (Knee-covering)

GST Rate

5%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Pillowcases of Cotton

GST Rate

5%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Pillowcases of Other Textile Materials

GST Rate

5%

HSN Code

HSN Code Title

Quilts, Eiderdowns & Cushions

GST Rate

5%

* GST rates may vary based on the latest GST notifications.

HSN code for paper and corrugated boxes

Paperboard and corrugated boxes are widely used for retail and shipping. They are classified under the paper chapter. Businesses can maintain separate item codes for different box sizes while using a common HSN code so that stock and pricing remain easy to manage.

HSN code for plastic packing materials

Plastic bags, liners, films and bubble wraps fall under the plastic chapter. Even though there are many varieties, most businesses can manage with a small set of HSN codes that cover major product families such as bags and films.

Classification impact on GST and costing

Packing material HSN codes influence GST rate and therefore the total cost of packaging. When you buy packing items, you can normally claim input tax credit. When you charge packing separately to customers, the same packing material HSN code may be used if you are recovering the cost of physical packing supplies.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common queries about this topic.

What is the HSN code for packing materials?

Packing materials do not have a single common HSN code. They are classified based on the material and form. For example, paper and paperboard cartons are often classified under HSN 481910, plastic packing bags under HSN 392329, plastic film rolls under HSN 392010 and steel strapping under HSN 731029. Each type of packing supply must be mapped to its own suitable code.

Are shipping boxes classified differently under HSN?

Yes. Shipping boxes and retail cartons made from paperboard or corrugated board are generally classified under the paper chapter, commonly using HSN 481910 for cartons and boxes of paper or paperboard. Even if you use many sizes and designs, they usually stay under the same HSN heading as long as the material and basic use remain the same.

How do packing materials affect GST calculation?

The HSN code for packing materials decides the GST rate charged on those items, which then affects your total packing cost. Most common packing supplies like cartons, plastic bags, films and steel straps attract the standard 18 percent GST rate. Registered businesses can claim input tax credit on GST paid for packing materials, and when packing is billed separately to customers, the same HSN code and rate are generally applied.

What items are considered under the packing supplies HSN code?

Packing supplies cover a wide range of items, including paper cartons and boxes (often under HSN 481910), plastic packing bags and liners (commonly under HSN 392329), plastic films for wrapping and lamination (often under HSN 392010) and steel strapping for heavy packages (frequently under HSN 731029). Bubble wraps, stretch film and similar materials are also grouped under related plastic or metal headings based on their material.

Can the HSN code for packing materials change over time?

The basic structure of HSN codes remains stable, but practical classification and applicable GST rate can change with new notifications or clarifications. Governments may refine descriptions, move certain products to more specific headings or revise rates. That is why businesses should periodically review packing material HSN codes against the latest tariff entries and GST updates rather than relying only on old classifications.

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Apurva Maheshwari

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I am a Chartered Accountant with 5 years of experience specializing in GST, income tax, and HSN code classification. I help businesses with GST compliance, tax planning, and financial advisory, ensuring they meet regulatory requirements while optimizing their tax strategies. I aim to simplify GST filings, income tax laws, and HSN code classifications, helping professionals and business owners stay informed and compliant.

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