HSN code list by chapter
HSN Code List Chapter 49: Printed books, newspapers and pictures
Printed books, newspapers, maps, charts and globes are exempt. Other printed matter, such as brochures, calendars and posters, is generally taxed at 5% or 18%.
HSN headings in this chapter
4901
Printed books, brochures, leaflets and similar printed
4902
Newspapers, journals and periodicals
4903
Children’s picture, drawing or colouring books
4904
Music, printed or in manuscript, whether or not bound
4905
Maps and hydrographic or similar charts of all kinds
4906
Plans and drawings for architectural, engineering
4907
Unused postage, revenue or similar stamps of current or new
4908
Transfers (decalcomanias)
4909
Printed or illustrated postcards
4910
Calendars of any kind, printed, including calendar blocks
4911
Other printed matter, including printed pictures
How to read an HSN code
An HSN code is read from left to right. The first 2 digits are the chapter, the first 4 digits are the heading, 6 digits are the subheading and the full 8 digits are the tariff item used in India for customs and GST. Open a heading to see every 8-digit code under it.
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