HSN code 470720 is
a 6-digit Harmonized System of Nomenclature (HSN) code used in India for GST classification.
It covers: Other paper or paperboard made mainly of bleached chemical pulp, not coloured in the mass.
This code falls under Chapter 47
(Pulp & Paper) of the Indian GST tariff.
The applicable GST rate is 12%
(CGST 6% + SGST 6% for intra-state, or IGST 12% for inter-state transactions).
Who needs this code? Any GST-registered business supplying
goods classified under this
HSN code must quote it on their tax invoices.
Turnover above ₹5 crore requires 6-digit codes;
exporters must use 8-digit HSN codes.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HSN code 470720?
HSN 470720 refers to: Other paper or paperboard made mainly of bleached chemical pulp, not coloured in the mass. It belongs to Chapter 47 (Pulp & Paper) of the GST tariff.
What is the GST rate for HSN code 470720?
The GST rate for HSN code 470720 is 12% — CGST 6% + SGST 6% for intra-state, or IGST 12% for inter-state supply.
Is HSN code 470720 mandatory on invoices?
Yes. If your business supplies goods/services under this code, you must quote the HSN/SAC code on GST invoices. Businesses with turnover below ₹5 crore use 4-digit HSN; above ₹5 crore use 6-digit; exporters use 8-digit.
What chapter does HSN code 470720 belong to?
HSN code 470720 belongs to Chapter 47 of the GST tariff, which covers Pulp & Paper.
