Rate at a Glance
Chapter 48
GST rate guide
Exercise books, notebooks, graph books and the uncoated paper used to make them are exempt from 22 September 2025. Most paper and paperboard, including writing and printing paper, is taxed at 18%, while newsprint and certain paper cartons and boxes attract 5%.
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Rates reflect GST changes effective 22 September 2025. Confirm the rate for your exact product description before filing.
All 8 HSN codes under 4816
| HSN code | Description |
|---|---|
| 48161000 | Carbon or similar copying papers |
| 48162010 | Self-copy paper: duplicating paper, cut to size |
| 48162020 | Self-copy paper: paper for fax machine |
| 48162090 | Self-copy paper: other |
| 48163000 | Duplicator stencils |
| 48169010 | Other: other copying or transfer papers (excluding printed transfer) cut to size whether or not put up in boxes |
| 48169020 | Other: calculating machine paper in rolls and strips not exceeding 15 cm in width |
| 48169090 | Other: other |
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