4818 HSN Code: Toilet paper, tissues, diapers & sanitary paper articles

HSN Sub Chapter 4818 represents Toilet paper, tissues, diapers & sanitary paper articles under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Toilet paper, tissues, diapers & sanitary paper articles correctly for billing, taxation, and trade purposes. With HSN Sub Chapter 4818, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import/export of Toilet paper, tissues, diapers & sanitary paper articles.

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New GST Rate for HSN Code 4818

GST Rate for Toilet paper, tissues, diapers & sanitary paper articles under HSN Code 4818. Understand current tax rates, exemptions, and legal classifications to ensure accurate billing and GST filing.

Chapter No

48

HSN Code

4818

HSN Description

Toilet paper and similar paper, cellulose wadding or webs of cellulose fibres, of a kind used for household or sanitary purposes, in rolls of a width not exceeding 36 cm, or cut to size or shape; handkerchiefs, cleansing tissues, towels, table cloths, serviettes, bed sheets and similar household, sanitary or hospital articles, articles of apparel and clothing accessories, of paper pulp, paper, cellulose wadding or webs of cellulose fibres

New GST Rate

5 %
Essential

Old GST Rate

5 %

Tariff HSN Codes under HSN Sub Chapter 4818

Following tariff HSN codes fall under Toilet paper, tissues, diapers & sanitary paper articles.

Tariff HSN

48181000

Description

Toilet paper

Tariff HSN

48182000

Description

Handkerchiefs, cleaning or facial tissues and towels

Tariff HSN

48183000

Description

Tablecloths and serviettes

Tariff HSN

48185000

Description

Articles of apparel and clothing accessories

Tariff HSN

48189000

Description

Other

India’s Trade Performance — HSN Sub-Chapter 4818 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

₹104 Cr

+5.94% vs FY 2023-24

0.0028% of India’s total exports

India’s Imports

FY 2024-25

₹156 Cr

+23.74% vs FY 2023-24

0.0026% of India’s total imports

Trade Balance

FY 2024-25

−₹52 Cr

Trade Deficit

Surplus rank #674 of 1233 subchapters

% of Chapter 48

FY 2024-25

0.47%

Share of Chapter 48’s total exports in FY 2024-25

Import side: 0.56% of Chapter 48’s imports

Rank Within Chapter 48

FY 2024-25

#13 of 22

Position by export value among subchapters in Chapter 48

Import-side rank: #15 of 22

At a glance

9.09%

Export CAGR

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

#820

National Export Rank

of 1233 subchapters by export value, FY 2024-25

+26.53%

Peak Growth Year

FY 2021-22 · strongest single-year move

0.47%

Contribution to Ch. 48

Share of Chapter 48 exports in FY 2024-25

India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Sub-Chapter 4818

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 #803

Balance

−66.11

Exports

61.63 ₹ Cr

0.0027% share

— YoY

0.44% of Ch. 48

Imports

127.74 ₹ Cr

0.0036% share

— YoY

0.59% of Ch. 48

FY 2019-20 Exp. Rank #811

Balance

−69.34

Exports

60.68 ₹ Cr

0.0027% share

−1.54% YoY

0.44% of Ch. 48

Imports

130.02 ₹ Cr

0.0039% share

+1.78% YoY

0.68% of Ch. 48

FY 2020-21 Exp. Rank #805

Balance

−30.78

Exports

62.39 ₹ Cr

0.0029% share

+2.82% YoY

0.43% of Ch. 48

Imports

93.17 ₹ Cr

0.0032% share

−28.34% YoY

0.71% of Ch. 48

FY 2021-22 Exp. Rank #818

Balance

−10.58

Exports

78.94 ₹ Cr

0.0025% share

+26.53% YoY

0.33% of Ch. 48

Imports

89.52 ₹ Cr

0.0020% share

−3.92% YoY

0.53% of Ch. 48

FY 2022-23 Exp. Rank #815

Balance

−51.18

Exports

91.34 ₹ Cr

0.0025% share

+15.71% YoY

0.39% of Ch. 48

Imports

142.52 ₹ Cr

0.0025% share

+59.20% YoY

0.54% of Ch. 48

FY 2023-24 Exp. Rank #804

Balance

−27.82

Exports

98.06 ₹ Cr

0.0027% share

+7.36% YoY

0.45% of Ch. 48

Imports

125.88 ₹ Cr

0.0022% share

−11.68% YoY

0.50% of Ch. 48

FY 2024-25 Exp. Rank #820

Balance

−51.89

Exports

103.88 ₹ Cr

0.0028% share

+5.94% YoY

0.47% of Ch. 48

Imports

155.77 ₹ Cr

0.0026% share

+23.74% YoY

0.56% of Ch. 48

CAGR · 7-Year

Exports

9.09% /yr

Imports

3.36% /yr

Consistently Deficit
Chapter 48 total

reference, FY 2024-25

Export

₹22,205.04 Cr

Import

₹27,650.08 Cr

Trade Balance

−5,445.04

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

Key Trade Insights: HSN Sub-Chapter 4818 Export-Import Analysis

Consistent Export Growth: 9.09% CAGR Over 7 Years

India's exports under HSN Sub-Chapter 4818 have grown at a compound annual rate of 9.09% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹61.63 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹103.88 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Sub-Chapter 4818 Ranked #820 Among All 1233 Subchapters by Export Value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Sub-Chapter 4818 ranks #820 out of 1233 subchapters by total export value. Within Chapter 48, it ranks #13 of 22. By trade surplus, it ranks #674 of 1233.

FY 2021-22 Was the Strongest Growth Year for HSN Sub-Chapter 4818 Exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Sub-Chapter 4818 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 26.53% over the prior year.

India Records a Trade Deficit of ₹51.89 Crore in HSN Sub-Chapter 4818 Goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹155.77 Cr exceeded exports of ₹103.88 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹51.89 Crore — ranking #674 of 1233 by surplus magnitude.

Import Growth of 3.36% CAGR Signals Stable Import Dependency for Toilet paper, tissues, diapers & sanitary paper articles

India's imports under HSN Sub-Chapter 4818 have grown at 3.36% CAGR, reaching ₹155.77 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Sub-Chapter 4818 Contributes 0.47% of Chapter 48 Exports — Ranked #13

Among the 22 subchapters under Chapter 48, HSN Sub-Chapter 4818 ranks #13 by export value — accounting for 0.47% of the chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.56% share (rank #15).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common queries about HSN Sub Chapter 4818 and GST compliance.

What products are classified under HSN 4818

It includes Toilet paper, tissues, diapers & sanitary paper articles

Does MRP, weight or pack size change GST treatment for Toilet paper, tissues, diapers & sanitary paper articles?

Some entries use MRP/weight‑based conditions for classification. Keep pack size, retail marking and brand status on records and invoice to support the chosen HSN.

How are warranty replacements of Toilet paper, tissues, diapers & sanitary paper articles handled?

If replacement is without consideration under a pre‑agreed warranty, issue a delivery challan and reference the original invoice/contract. If consideration is charged, raise a tax invoice. Keep serial/lot details for traceability.

How should I document Toilet paper, tissues, diapers & sanitary paper articles sent for job work?

Use a delivery challan for sending Toilet paper, tissues, diapers & sanitary paper articles to the job worker. Declare movement in your records and reconcile when the goods return. If the job worker raises a service invoice, classify it under SAC; your goods remain under the original HSN.

Any special steps when selling Toilet paper, tissues, diapers & sanitary paper articles 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.

Is the composition scheme suitable if I mainly trade Toilet paper, tissues, diapers & sanitary paper articles?

The composition scheme is optional for eligible small suppliers of goods. You cannot issue tax invoices or collect tax under composition. Check turnover limits and exclusions; evaluate margins and ITC loss before opting in.

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.

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