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# HSN Sub-chapter 4803: Household & Sanitary Paper Products

Toilet or facial tissue stock, towel or napkin stock and similar paper of a kind used for household or sanitary purposes, cellulose wadding and webs of cellulose fibres, whether or not creped, crinkled, embossed, perforated, surface-coloured, surfacedecorated or printed, in rolls or sheets

Part of [Chapter 48: Paper and paperboard; articles of paper pulp of paper or of paperboard](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-48/).

- Current GST rate: 18%
- Earlier GST rate: 18%

## HSN codes

| Code | Title |
| --- | --- |
| 48030010 | [Toilet Tissue Stock, Commercial Size Rolls](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-48030010/) |
| 48030090 | [Sanitary Paper\| Household Paper](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-48030090/) |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 4803

It includes Household & Sanitary Paper Products

### Can I claim ITC on inputs and services used for Household & Sanitary Paper Products?

If your outward supply of Household & Sanitary Paper Products is taxable, ITC is generally available (Sections 16–17) except blocked credits (e.g., personal use, motor vehicles in most cases). For exempt supplies, proportionate reversal is required under Rule 42/43.

### What should my invoice and records include for Household & Sanitary Paper Products?

Include HSN, exact description, pack size/grade, quantity, and if pre‑packaged & labelled. Maintain purchase specs, test reports (where relevant), and job‑work challans for audit trail.

### Can reverse charge ever apply to transactions involving Household & Sanitary Paper Products?

Reverse charge in goods is notified only for specific categories. Most regular B2B sales of Household & Sanitary Paper Products are forward charge. Check the current notifications for any special cases before deciding.

### What misclassification mistakes happen with Household & Sanitary Paper Products?

Using a broad or incorrect HSN, ignoring material/form (e.g., raw vs processed), or mixing goods and services on one line. Always match wording to the HSN Notes and keep a classification working paper.

### Any special steps when selling Household & Sanitary Paper Products through an e‑commerce platform?

Ensure registration requirements are met and reconcile the operator’s TCS statements with your GSTR‑2B/3B. Map SKU descriptions to HSN to reduce mismatches and returns.

## India's trade performance: HSN Sub-Chapter 4803 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹287 Cr (+9.26% YoY) — 0.0078% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹241 Cr (+16.00% YoY) — 0.0039% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹47 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #436 of 1233 sub-chapters
- Share of Chapter 48: 1.29% of its exports; import side 0.87%
- Rank within Chapter 48: #10 of 22 by export value; import-side #13

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 1.15% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #629 of 1233 sub-chapters by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +76.69% in FY 2021-22
- Contribution to Ch. 48: 1.29% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Sub-Chapter 4803

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 Ch. 48 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Ch. 48 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 268.03 | 0.0117% | — | 1.93% | 86.18 | 0.0024% | — | 0.40% | +181.85 | #552 |
| FY 2019-20 | 184.95 | 0.0084% | −31.00% | 1.34% | 118.87 | 0.0035% | +37.93% | 0.62% | +66.08 | #608 |
| FY 2020-21 | 148.11 | 0.0069% | −19.92% | 1.03% | 75.72 | 0.0026% | −36.30% | 0.58% | +72.39 | #659 |
| FY 2021-22 | 261.70 | 0.0083% | +76.69% | 1.10% | 90.96 | 0.0020% | +20.13% | 0.54% | +170.74 | #615 |
| FY 2022-23 | 292.69 | 0.0081% | +11.84% | 1.23% | 152.52 | 0.0027% | +67.68% | 0.58% | +140.17 | #614 |
| FY 2023-24 | 262.76 | 0.0073% | −10.23% | 1.21% | 207.38 | 0.0037% | +35.97% | 0.83% | +55.38 | #644 |
| FY 2024-25 | 287.08 | 0.0078% | +9.26% | 1.29% | 240.56 | 0.0039% | +16.00% | 0.87% | +46.52 | #629 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 1.15%/yr, imports 18.66%/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Sub-Chapter 4803 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 1.15% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Sub-Chapter 4803 have grown at a compound annual rate of 1.15% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹268.03 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹287.08 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Sub-Chapter 4803 ranked #629 among all 1233 sub-chapters by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Sub-Chapter 4803 ranks #629 out of 1233 sub-chapters by total export value. Within Chapter 48, it ranks #10 of 22. By trade surplus, it ranks #436 of 1233.

### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Sub-Chapter 4803 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Sub-Chapter 4803 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 76.69% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹46.52 Crore in HSN Sub-Chapter 4803 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹287.08 Cr exceeded imports of ₹240.56 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹46.52 Crore — ranking #436 of 1233 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 18.66% CAGR signals rising demand for Household & Sanitary Paper Products

India's imports under HSN Sub-Chapter 4803 have grown at 18.66% CAGR, reaching ₹240.56 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Sub-Chapter 4803 contributes 1.29% of Chapter 48 exports — ranked #10

Among the 22 sub-chapters under Chapter 48, HSN Sub-Chapter 4803 ranks #10 by export value — accounting for 1.29% of the chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.87% share (rank #13).

## Related Sub-Chapters in Chapter 48

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Sub-Chapter | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 4823: Paperboard cut or shaped articles](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-4823/) | ₹5,209 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 4810: Kaolin coated paper](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-4810/) | ₹3,334 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 4819: Cartons, boxes, cases, of paperboard](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-4819/) | ₹2,815 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 4802: Uncoated writing or printing paper](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-4802/) | ₹2,738 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 4811: Coated paper](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-4811/) | ₹2,719 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 4820: Stationery items](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-4820/) | ₹1,989 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 4805: Uncoated Paper & Board](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-4805/) | ₹984 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 4804: Uncoated kraft paper](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-4804/) | ₹902 Cr |
| #9 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 4813: Hot-rolled iron bars](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-4813/) | ₹319 Cr |
| #10 | HSN Sub-Chapter 4803: Household & Sanitary Paper Products (this hsn sub-chapter) | ₹287 Cr |

## Other sub-chapters

| Code | Title |
| --- | --- |
| 4801 | [Newsprint, in rolls or sheets](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-4801/) |
| 4802 | [Uncoated writing or printing paper](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-4802/) |
| 4804 | [Uncoated kraft paper](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-4804/) |
| 4805 | [Uncoated Paper & Board](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-4805/) |
| 4806 | [Specialty Papers](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-4806/) |
| 4807 | [Composite paper & paperboard](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-4807/) |
| 4808 | [Corrugated Or Creped Paper](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-4808/) |
| 4809 | [Carbon/self-copy paper, rolls/sheets](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-4809/) |
| 4810 | [Kaolin coated paper](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-4810/) |
| 4811 | [Coated paper](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-4811/) |
| 4812 | [Filter blocks, paper pulp slabs](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-4812/) |
| 4813 | [Hot-rolled iron bars](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-4813/) |
| 4814 | [Wallpaper and wall coverings](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-4814/) |
| 4816 | [Copying paper, duplicator stencils](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-4816/) |
| 4817 | [Paper stationery: envelopes, boxes](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-4817/) |
| 4818 | [Toilet paper, tissues, diapers & sanitary paper articles](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-4818/) |
| 4819 | [Cartons, boxes, cases, of paperboard](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-4819/) |
| 4820 | [Stationery items](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-4820/) |
| 4821 | [Paper labels](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-4821/) |
| 4822 | [Paper bobbins and supports](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-4822/) |
| 4823 | [Paperboard cut or shaped articles](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-4823/) |