4819 HSN Code: Cartons, boxes, cases, of paperboard

HSN Sub Chapter 4819 represents Cartons, boxes, cases, of paperboard under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Cartons, boxes, cases, of paperboard correctly for billing, taxation, and trade purposes. With HSN Sub Chapter 4819, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import/export of Cartons, boxes, cases, of paperboard.

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New GST Rate for HSN Code 4819

GST Rate for Cartons, boxes, cases, of paperboard under HSN Code 4819. Understand current tax rates, exemptions, and legal classifications to ensure accurate billing and GST filing.

Chapter No

48

HSN Code

4819

HSN Description

Cartons, boxes, cases, bags and other packing containers, of paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding or webs of cellulose fibres; box files, letter trays, and similar articles, of paper or paperboard of a kind used in offices, shops or the like

New GST Rate

18 %
Standard

Old GST Rate

18 %

Tariff HSN Codes under HSN Sub Chapter 4819

Following tariff HSN codes fall under Cartons, boxes, cases, of paperboard.

Tariff HSN

48191010

Description

Cartons, boxes and cases, of corrugated paper or paperboard : boxes

Tariff HSN

48191090

Description

Cartons, boxes and cases, of corrugated paper or paperboard : other

Tariff HSN

48192010

Description

Folding cartons, boxes and cases, of non-corrugated paper and paperboard: Cartons, boxes, cases, intended for the packing of match sticks

Tariff HSN

48192020

Description

Folding cartons, boxes and cases, of non-corrugated paper and paperboard: Boxes

Tariff HSN

48192090

Description

Folding cartons, boxes and cases, of non-corrugated paper and paperboard: Other

Tariff HSN

48193000

Description

Sacks and bags, having a base of a widht of 40 cm or more

Tariff HSN

48194000

Description

Other sacks and bags, including cones

Tariff HSN

48195010

Description

Other packing containers, including record sleeves : Made of corrugated paper or paperboard

Tariff HSN

48195090

Description

Other packing containers, including record sleeves : Other

Tariff HSN

48196000

Description

Box files, letter trays, storage boxes and similar articles, of a kind used in offices, shops or the like

India’s Trade Performance — HSN Sub-Chapter 4819 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

₹2,815 Cr

+18.97% vs FY 2023-24

0.0760% of India’s total exports

India’s Imports

FY 2024-25

₹1,211 Cr

+39.80% vs FY 2023-24

0.0199% of India’s total imports

Trade Balance

FY 2024-25

₹1,604 Cr

Trade Surplus

Surplus rank #148 of 1233 subchapters

% of Chapter 48

FY 2024-25

12.68%

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

Import side: 4.38% of Chapter 48’s imports

Rank Within Chapter 48

FY 2024-25

#3 of 22

Position by export value among subchapters in Chapter 48

Import-side rank: #8 of 22

At a glance

22.49%

Export CAGR

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

#211

National Export Rank

of 1233 subchapters by export value, FY 2024-25

+69.19%

Peak Growth Year

FY 2021-22 · strongest single-year move

12.68%

Contribution to Ch. 48

Share of Chapter 48 exports in FY 2024-25

India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Sub-Chapter 4819

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 #322

Balance

+149.43

Exports

833.47 ₹ Cr

0.0363% share

— YoY

5.99% of Ch. 48

Imports

684.04 ₹ Cr

0.0190% share

— YoY

3.16% of Ch. 48

FY 2019-20 Exp. Rank #294

Balance

+421.01

Exports

996.73 ₹ Cr

0.0451% share

+19.59% YoY

7.21% of Ch. 48

Imports

575.72 ₹ Cr

0.0172% share

−15.84% YoY

2.99% of Ch. 48

FY 2020-21 Exp. Rank #293

Balance

+573.63

Exports

1,086.83 ₹ Cr

0.0505% share

+9.04% YoY

7.57% of Ch. 48

Imports

513.20 ₹ Cr

0.0176% share

−10.86% YoY

3.92% of Ch. 48

FY 2021-22 Exp. Rank #238

Balance

+1,082.35

Exports

1,838.84 ₹ Cr

0.0586% share

+69.19% YoY

7.76% of Ch. 48

Imports

756.49 ₹ Cr

0.0166% share

+47.41% YoY

4.48% of Ch. 48

FY 2022-23 Exp. Rank #236

Balance

+1,324.88

Exports

2,163.35 ₹ Cr

0.0597% share

+17.65% YoY

9.13% of Ch. 48

Imports

838.47 ₹ Cr

0.0146% share

+10.84% YoY

3.16% of Ch. 48

FY 2023-24 Exp. Rank #222

Balance

+1,500.01

Exports

2,366.10 ₹ Cr

0.0654% share

+9.37% YoY

10.89% of Ch. 48

Imports

866.09 ₹ Cr

0.0154% share

+3.29% YoY

3.47% of Ch. 48

FY 2024-25 Exp. Rank #211

Balance

+1,604.19

Exports

2,815.01 ₹ Cr

0.0760% share

+18.97% YoY

12.68% of Ch. 48

Imports

1,210.82 ₹ Cr

0.0199% share

+39.80% YoY

4.38% of Ch. 48

CAGR · 7-Year

Exports

22.49% /yr

Imports

9.98% /yr

Consistently Surplus
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 4819 Export-Import Analysis

Consistent Export Growth: 22.49% CAGR Over 7 Years

India's exports under HSN Sub-Chapter 4819 have grown at a compound annual rate of 22.49% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹833.47 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹2,815.01 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Sub-Chapter 4819 Ranked #211 Among All 1233 Subchapters by Export Value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Sub-Chapter 4819 ranks #211 out of 1233 subchapters by total export value. Within Chapter 48, it ranks #3 of 22. By trade surplus, it ranks #148 of 1233.

FY 2021-22 Was the Strongest Growth Year for HSN Sub-Chapter 4819 Exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Sub-Chapter 4819 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 69.19% over the prior year.

India Maintains a Trade Surplus of ₹1,604.19 Crore in HSN Sub-Chapter 4819 Goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹2,815.01 Cr exceeded imports of ₹1,210.82 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹1,604.19 Crore — ranking #148 of 1233 by surplus magnitude.

Import Growth of 9.98% CAGR Signals Stable Import Dependency for Cartons, boxes, cases, of paperboard

India's imports under HSN Sub-Chapter 4819 have grown at 9.98% CAGR, reaching ₹1,210.82 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Sub-Chapter 4819 Contributes 12.68% of Chapter 48 Exports — Ranked #3

Among the 22 subchapters under Chapter 48, HSN Sub-Chapter 4819 ranks #3 by export value — accounting for 12.68% of the chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 4.38% share (rank #8).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common queries about HSN Sub Chapter 4819 and GST compliance.

What products are classified under HSN 4819

It includes Cartons, boxes, cases, of paperboard

How are warranty replacements of Cartons, boxes, cases, of paperboard 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.

What should my invoice and records include for Cartons, boxes, cases, of paperboard?

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.

If I repair and return Cartons, boxes, cases, of paperboard, how should I charge GST?

Repair/service is a service supply (SAC). Parts and materials used are goods and may be billed separately with HSN. Mention both lines clearly to avoid mixing service and goods values.

Any special steps when selling Cartons, boxes, cases, of paperboard 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.

Can reverse charge ever apply to transactions involving Cartons, boxes, cases, of paperboard?

Reverse charge in goods is notified only for specific categories. Most regular B2B sales of Cartons, boxes, cases, of paperboard are forward charge. Check the current notifications for any special cases before deciding.

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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