48201020 Letter pads
HSN code 48201020 is an 8-digit Indian tariff item, the full HSN code used in GST filings. It sits under subheading 482010 of Chapter 48 (Paper and paperboard; articles of paper pulp, of paper or of paperboard).
LETTER PADS
As printed in the DPIIT Guidebook on Mapping of HSN Codes (revised 16.12.2025)
Is this the right code for your product?Confirm the code and GST rate with an advisor, free- HSN code
- 4820 10 20
- Level
- Tariff item, level 5 of 5
- GST rate (mapped)
- 18%
- GSTR-1 reporting
- 4820 (up to Rs. 5 crore) or 482010 (above)
- Customs documents
- 4820 10 20
GST rate for HSN 4820 10 20
Rows from the HSN to GST schedule mapping that apply to this code, with the CGST and SGST breakup.
Within a state: 9% CGST + 9% SGST/UTGST
Between states: 18% IGST
The schedule maps this rate at the chapter level (48), which covers this code.
| GST rate | CGST + SGST | Schedule item description | GST code |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18% | 9% + 9% | All goods not specified elsewhere | 48 |
GST calculator for 4820 10 20
Enter a price to see the tax breakup at the selected slab.
Indicative math for planning, excluding any cess. Verify the current notified rate before invoicing.
GST rates shown here are as published in HSN to GST code and GST rate schedule mapping (as published 30.06.2017) and are reproduced for reference. The GST Council revises rates through notifications, including the slab rationalization effective 22.09.2025 that moved many goods from the 12% and 28% slabs. Always verify the current rate on the CBIC GST rates page or CBIC tax information portal before invoicing or filing. Rates shown exclude any applicable compensation cess. IncorpX provides assistance for GST registration and return filing if you need help.
Where you use HSN code 48201020
The same code, at different digit lengths, flows through GST and customs paperwork.
Goods you supply are described with HSN codes when the registration application is prepared for the GST portal.
Get assistanceTax invoices and GSTR-1 carry an HSN code per item: 4 digits if aggregate turnover is up to Rs. 5 crore, 6 digits above it.
Get assistanceE-way bills and IRP e-invoices validate the HSN field, so the code must match the goods being moved.
Get assistanceCustoms documents such as the bill of entry and shipping bill use the full 8-digit ITC-HS code.
Get assistanceAdministrative mapping
From DPIIT's HS code mapping exercise across Ministries and Departments (December 2025).
Mapped to this Ministry/Department in the DPIIT HS code mapping:
Related codes under subheading 482010
Neighbouring tariff items. If your product edges out of the description above, one of these may fit better.
- Tariff structure and descriptions: Guidebook on Mapping of HSN Codes, Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (dpiit.gov.in), revised 16.12.2025.
- GST rate mapping: HSN to GST code and GST rate schedule mapping (as published 30.06.2017), Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (cbic-gst.gov.in).
- Current rates: GST Council notifications, including the rate rationalization effective 22.09.2025, published on the CBIC tax information portal.
This directory reproduces government classifications for reference. The official gazette and CBIC notifications remain the authoritative sources. IncorpX provides assistance for registrations and filings that use these codes and does not issue the classification or the rates itself.
Get the HSN code and GST rate right the first time
The wrong code can mean the wrong GST rate, blocked e-way bills or customs queries. Tell us what you sell and an advisor will help you confirm the classification and rate treatment, then assist with the filings that use it.
- Code and rate treatment confirmed against the official tariff text
- Assistance with GST registration, returns and IEC, filed in your name
- Free first consultation, no obligation
Get Expert Consultation
Talk to our business executives in minutes
HSN 48201020 questions
What is HSN code 48201020?
HSN code 4820 10 20 covers letter pads. It is an 8-digit Indian tariff item under heading 4820 in Chapter 48 (Paper and paperboard; articles of paper pulp, of paper or of paperboard).
What is the GST rate for HSN code 48201020?
The CBIC schedule mapping (as published on 30.06.2017) maps its chapter level to 18%. Within a state this splits into 9% CGST + 9% SGST; between states it is charged as 18% IGST. GST rates change through Council notifications, including the slab rationalization effective 22.09.2025, so verify the current rate on the CBIC GST portal before invoicing or filing.
How is GST on 48201020 split between CGST and SGST?
For a supply within one state, the GST amount splits equally: half CGST and half SGST or UTGST. For a supply between states, the full rate is charged as IGST instead. The calculator on this page shows both breakups for any price.
How many digits of 48201020 do I report in GST returns?
On invoices and in GSTR-1, report 4820 (4 digits) if your aggregate turnover is up to Rs. 5 crore, or 482010 (6 digits) above that. Customs documents like the bill of entry and shipping bill always use the full 8-digit 48201020.
Can I use HSN code 48201020 for a similar product?
Only if the official description genuinely covers it. Classification follows the tariff text, not convenience. Compare the related codes under subheading 482010 before deciding, and take professional advice for borderline products, since the wrong code can mean the wrong GST rate.
