Envelope HSN Code

GST rates and HSN code for Envelope.

ChapterDescriptionHSN CodeRate (%)CESS (%)Effective DateRate Revision
Nuclear reactors, boilers, machinery and mechanical appliances; parts thereofGaskets And Similar Joints Of Metal Sheeting Combined With Other Material Or Of Two Or More Layers Of Metal; Sets Or Assortments Of Gaskets And Similar Joints, Dissimilar In Composition, Put Up In Pouches, Envelopes Or Similar Packings; Mechanical Seals848418%15/11/2017
Machines For Assembling Electric Or Electronic Lamps, Tubes Or Valves Or Flash-Bulbs, In Glass Envelopes; Machines Or Manufacturing Or Hot Working Glass Or Glassware – Machines For Manufacturing Or Hot Working Glass Or Glassware: Other8475290018%01/07/2017
Other Machinery For Making Up Paper Pulp, Paper Or Paperboard, Including Cutting Machines Of All Kinds – Machines For Making Bags, Sacks Or Envelopes8441200018%01/07/2017
Gaskets And Similar Joints Of Metal Sheeting Combined With Other Material Or Of Two Or More Layers Of Metal; Sets Or Assortments Of Gaskets And Similar Joints, Dissimilar In Composition, Put Up In Pouches, Envelopes Or Similar Packings; Mechanical Seals –8484200018%15/11/2017
Gaskets And Similar Joints Of Metal Sheeting Combined With Other Material Or Of Two Or More Layers Of Metal; Sets Or Assortments Of Gaskets And Similar Joints, Dissimilar In Composition, Put Up In Pouches, Envelopes Or Similar Packings; Mechanical Seals –8484109018%15/11/2017
Machines For Assembling Electric Or Electronic Lamps, Tubes Or Valves Or Flash-Bulbs, In Glass Envelopes; Machines Or Manufacturing Or Hot Working Glass Or Glassware – Parts8475900018%01/07/2017
Machines For Assembling Electric Or Electronic Lamps, Tubes Or Valves Or Flash-Bulbs, In Glass Envelopes; Machines Or Manufacturing Or Hot Working Glass Or Glassware – Machines For Manufacturing Or Hot Working Glass Or Glassware: Machines For Making Optic8475210018%01/07/2017
Printed books, newspapers, pictures and other products of the printing industry; manuscripts, typescripts and plansPrinted Or Illustrated Postcards; Printed Cards Bearing Personal Greetings, Messages Or Announcements, Whether Or Not Illustrated, With Or Without Envelopes Or Trimmings Printed Or Illustrated Postcards; Printed Cards Bearing Personal Greetings, Messages4909009018%01/07/2017
Printed Or Illustrated Postcards; Printed Cards Bearing Personal Greetings, Messages Or Announcements, Whether Or Not Illustrated, With Or Without Envelopes Or Trimmings Printed Or Illustrated Postcards; Printed Cards Bearing Personal Greetings, Messages4909001018%01/07/2017
Printed Or Illustrated Postcards; Printed Cards Bearing Personal Greetings, Messages Or Announcements, Whether Or Not Illustrated, With Or Without Envelopes Or Trimmings490918%01/07/2017
Glass and glasswareGlass Envelopes (Including Bulbs And Tubes), Open, And Glass Parts Thereof, Without Fittings, For Electric Lamps, Cathode-Ray Tubes Or The Like – For Electric Lighting: Glass Envelopes For Fluorescent Lamps7011101018%15/11/2017
Glass Envelopes (Including Bulbs And Tubes), Open, And Glass Parts Thereof, Without Fittings, For Electric Lamps, Cathode-Ray Tubes Or The Like – For Electric Lighting: Other7011109018%15/11/2017
Glass Envelopes (Including Bulbs And Tubes), Open, And Glass Parts Thereof, Without Fittings, For Electric Lamps, Cathode-Ray Tubes Or The Like – For Electric Lighting: Glass Envelopes For Filament Lamps7011102018%15/11/2017
Glass Envelopes (Including Bulbs And Tubes), Open, And Glass Parts Thereof, Without Fittings, For Electric Lamps, Cathode-Ray Tubes Or The Like – Other: Glass Envelopes For Electronic Valves7011901018%15/11/2017
Glass Envelopes (Including Bulbs And Tubes), Open, And Glass Parts Thereof, Without Fittings, For Electric Lamps, Cathode-Ray Tubes Or The Like701118%15/11/2017
(waste and scrap) paper or paperboardEnvelopes, Letter Cards, Plain Postcards And Correspondence Cards, Of Paper Or Paperboard; Boxes, Pouches, Wallets And Writing Compendiums, Of Paper Or Paperboard, Containing An Assortment Of Paper Stationery481718%01/07/2017
Envelopes, Letter Cards, Plain Postcards And Correspondence Cards, Of Paper Or Paperboard; Boxes, Pouches, Wallets And Writing Compendiums, Of Paper Or Paperboard, Containing An Assortment Of Paper Stationery – Envelopes4817100018%01/07/2017
Envelopes, Letter Cards, Plain Postcards And Correspondence Cards, Of Paper Or Paperboard; Boxes, Pouches, Wallets And Writing Compendiums, Of Paper Or Paperboard, Containing An Assortment Of Paper Stationery – Boxes, Pouches, Wallets And Writing Compendi4817301018%01/07/2017
Envelopes, Letter Cards, Plain Postcards And Correspondence Cards, Of Paper Or Paperboard; Boxes, Pouches, Wallets And Writing Compendiums, Of Paper Or Paperboard, Containing An Assortment Of Paper Stationery – Boxes, Pouches, Wallets And Writing Compendi4817309018%01/07/2017
Envelopes, Letter Cards, Plain Postcards And Correspondence Cards, Of Paper Or Paperboard; Boxes, Pouches, Wallets And Writing Compendiums, Of Paper Or Paperboard, Containing An Assortment Of Paper Stationery – Letter Cards, Plain Postcards And Correspond4817200018%01/07/2017

Understand the Envelope HSN Code Under GST

If your business involves envelopes, understanding their Harmonized System of Nomenclature (HSN) code is crucial for navigating India’s Goods and Services Tax (GST) regulations. This classification determines the applicable GST rate for these common stationery items.

Based on the provided data, envelopes are primarily classified under Chapter 48, which pertains to “(waste and scrap) paper or paperboard” and includes “Envelopes, Letter Cards, Plain Postcards And Correspondence Cards, Of Paper Or Paperboard.”

Identify the Specific HSN Code for Paper Envelopes

The relevant entries from the data are:

  • 4817: Envelopes, Letter Cards, Plain Postcards And Correspondence Cards, Of Paper Or Paperboard; Boxes, Pouches, Wallets And Writing Compendiums, Of Paper Or Paperboard, Containing An Assortment Of Paper Stationery with an 18% GST rate, effective from 1st July 2017.
  • 48171000: Envelopes, Letter Cards, Plain Postcards And Correspondence Cards, Of Paper Or Paperboard; Boxes, Pouches, Wallets And Writing Compendiums, Of Paper Or Paperboard, Containing An Assortment Of Paper Stationery – Envelopes with an 18% GST rate, effective from 1st July 2017.

Therefore, the HSN code applicable to paper envelopes is 48171000, and the GST rate is 18%.

Note Other Instances of the Word “Envelope” in Different Contexts

The data also uses the word “envelope” in other contexts, which are not related to paper stationery:

  • 8484: Gaskets And Similar Joints… Put Up In Pouches, Envelopes Or Similar Packings; Mechanical Seals with an 18% GST rate. Here, “envelopes” refer to packaging for industrial goods.
  • 84412000: Other Machinery For Making Up Paper Pulp, Paper Or Paperboard… – Machines For Making Bags, Sacks Or Envelopes with an 18% GST rate. This refers to the machinery used to manufacture envelopes.
  • 84752900: Machines For Assembling Electric Or Electronic Lamps… In Glass Envelopes with an 18% GST rate. Here, “envelopes” refer to the glass casing of bulbs and tubes.
  • 7011: Glass Envelopes (Including Bulbs And Tubes), Open… For Electric Lamps… with an 18% GST rate. Again, this refers to glass casings for lighting.
  • 4909: Printed Or Illustrated Postcards… With Or Without Envelopes Or Trimmings with an 18% GST rate. In this case, envelopes are accessories to printed cards.

It is crucial to distinguish these uses of the word “envelope” from paper stationery envelopes to apply the correct HSN code.

FAQs

What is the specific HSN code for paper envelopes?

The specific HSN code is 48171000.

What is the GST rate applicable to paper envelopes?

The GST rate is 18%.

Why does the word “envelope” appear in other HSN codes in this data?

The word “envelope” is also used to describe packaging for industrial goods, casings for light bulbs, and as accessories for printed cards, which are classified differently based on their nature and material.

Is it sufficient to just use HSN code 4817 for all envelope-related products?

No, it’s important to use the specific subcode 48171000 for paper stationery envelopes to be precise.

Where can I find the HSN code for specialized envelopes, like bubble mailers with paper exteriors?

Bubble mailers with paper exteriors would likely still fall under HSN 48171000 as they are primarily paper envelopes for mailing. However, it’s best to consult the official GST tariff for definitive classification of such hybrid products.

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