Unused postage, revenue or similar stamps of current or new issue in the country in which they have, or will have, a recognized face value, stamp-impressed paper, bank notes, cheque forms, stock, share or bond certificates and similar documents of title :
HSN code 490700 is
a 6-digit Harmonized System of Nomenclature (HSN) code used in India for GST classification.
It covers: Unused postage, revenue or similar stamps of current or new issue in the country in which they have, or will have, a recognized face value, stamp-impressed paper, bank notes, cheque forms, stock, share or bond certificates and similar documents of title :.
This code falls under Chapter 49
(Printed Books & Newspapers) 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 490700?
HSN 490700 refers to: Unused postage, revenue or similar stamps of current or new issue in the country in which they have, or will have, a recognized face value, stamp-impressed paper, bank notes, cheque forms, stock, share or bond certificates and similar documents of title :. It belongs to Chapter 49 (Printed Books & Newspapers) of the GST tariff.
What is the GST rate for HSN code 490700?
The GST rate for HSN code 490700 is 12% — CGST 6% + SGST 6% for intra-state, or IGST 12% for inter-state supply.
Is HSN code 490700 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 490700 belong to?
HSN code 490700 belongs to Chapter 49 of the GST tariff, which covers Printed Books & Newspapers.
