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 orthe like
HSNChapter 48 — Paper & Paperboard4-digit code
12% GST
HSN code 4819 is
a 4-digit Harmonized System of Nomenclature (HSN) code used in India for GST classification.
It covers: 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 orthe like.
This code falls under Chapter 48
(Paper & Paperboard) 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 4819?
HSN 4819 refers to: 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 orthe like. It belongs to Chapter 48 (Paper & Paperboard) of the GST tariff.
What is the GST rate for HSN code 4819?
The GST rate for HSN code 4819 is 12% — CGST 6% + SGST 6% for intra-state, or IGST 12% for inter-state supply.
Is HSN code 4819 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 4819 belong to?
HSN code 4819 belongs to Chapter 48 of the GST tariff, which covers Paper & Paperboard.