GST rates and HSN code for Graphic Design.
Chapter | Description | HSN Code | Rate (%) | CESS (%) | Effective Date | Rate Revision |
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Services | Specialty Design Services Including Interior Design, Fashion Design, Industrial Design And Other Specialty Design Services | 998391 | 5/12/18 | Nil Provided that Director (Sports), Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports certifies that the services are directly or indirectly related to any of the events under FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup 2020. | 1/10/2019 1/07/2017 | – |
Printed books, newspapers, pictures and other products of the printing industry; manuscripts, typescripts and plans | Other Printed Matter, Including Printed Pictures And Photographs – Other : Pictures, Designs And Photographs | 49119100 | 18% | – | 01/07/2017 | – |
(waste and scrap) paper or paperboard | Uncoated Paper And Paperboard, Of A Kind Used For Writing, Printing Or Other Graphic Purposes, And Non-Perforated Punch Card And Punch Tape Paper, In Rolls Or Rectangular (Including Square) Sheets Of Any Size, Other Than Paper Of Heading 4801 Or 4803; Han | 48026230 | 12% | – | 01/07/2017 | – |
Uncoated Paper And Paperboard, Of A Kind Used For Writing, Printing Or Other Graphic Purposes, And Non-Perforated Punch Card And Punch Tape Paper, In Rolls Or Rectangular (Including Square) Sheets Of Any Size, Other Than Paper Of Heading 4801 Or 4803; Han | 48025640 | 12% | – | 01/07/2017 | – | |
Uncoated Paper And Paperboard, Of A Kind Used For Writing, Printing Or Other Graphic Purposes, And Non-Perforated Punch Card And Punch Tape Paper, In Rolls Or Rectangular (Including Square) Sheets Of Any Size, Other Than Paper Of Heading 4801 Or 4803; Han | 48023000 | 12% | – | 01/07/2017 | – | |
Uncoated Paper And Paperboard, Of A Kind Used For Writing, Printing Or Other Graphic Purposes, And Non-Perforated Punch Card And Punch Tape Paper, In Rolls Or Rectangular (Including Square) Sheets Of Any Size, Other Than Paper Of Heading 4801 Or 4803; Han | 48026240 | 12% | – | 01/07/2017 | – | |
Uncoated Paper And Paperboard, Of A Kind Used For Writing, Printing Or Other Graphic Purposes, And Non-Perforated Punch Card And Punch Tape Paper, In Rolls Or Rectangular (Including Square) Sheets Of Any Size, Other Than Paper Of Heading 4801 Or 4803; Han | 4802 | 12% | – | 01/07/2017 | – | |
Uncoated Paper And Paperboard, Of A Kind Used For Writing, Printing Or Other Graphic Purposes, And Non-Perforated Punch Card And Punch Tape Paper, In Rolls Or Rectangular (Including Square) Sheets Of Any Size, Other Than Paper Of Heading 4801 Or 4803; Han | 48025570 | 12% | – | 01/07/2017 | – | |
Uncoated Paper And Paperboard, Of A Kind Used For Writing, Printing Or Other Graphic Purposes, And Non-Perforated Punch Card And Punch Tape Paper, In Rolls Or Rectangular (Including Square) Sheets Of Any Size, Other Than Paper Of Heading 4801 Or 4803; Han | 48025710 | 12% | – | 01/07/2017 | – | |
Uncoated Paper And Paperboard, Of A Kind Used For Writing, Printing Or Other Graphic Purposes, And Non-Perforated Punch Card And Punch Tape Paper, In Rolls Or Rectangular (Including Square) Sheets Of Any Size, Other Than Paper Of Heading 4801 Or 4803; Han | 48026130 | 12% | – | 01/07/2017 | – | |
Uncoated Paper And Paperboard, Of A Kind Used For Writing, Printing Or Other Graphic Purposes, And Non-Perforated Punch Card And Punch Tape Paper, In Rolls Or Rectangular (Including Square) Sheets Of Any Size, Other Than Paper Of Heading 4801 Or 4803; Han | 48026920 | 12% | – | 01/07/2017 | – | |
Uncoated Paper And Paperboard, Of A Kind Used For Writing, Printing Or Other Graphic Purposes, And Non-Perforated Punch Card And Punch Tape Paper, In Rolls Or Rectangular (Including Square) Sheets Of Any Size, Other Than Paper Of Heading 4801 Or 4803; Han | 48025830 | 12% | – | 01/07/2017 | – | |
Uncoated Paper And Paperboard, Of A Kind Used For Writing, Printing Or Other Graphic Purposes, And Non-Perforated Punch Card And Punch Tape Paper, In Rolls Or Rectangular (Including Square) Sheets Of Any Size, Other Than Paper Of Heading 4801 Or 4803; Han | 48026290 | 12% | – | 01/07/2017 | – | |
Uncoated Paper And Paperboard, Of A Kind Used For Writing, Printing Or Other Graphic Purposes, And Non-Perforated Punch Card And Punch Tape Paper, In Rolls Or Rectangular (Including Square) Sheets Of Any Size, Other Than Paper Of Heading 4801 Or 4803; Han | 48025440 | 12% | – | 01/07/2017 | – | |
Uncoated Paper And Paperboard, Of A Kind Used For Writing, Printing Or Other Graphic Purposes, And Non-Perforated Punch Card And Punch Tape Paper, In Rolls Or Rectangular (Including Square) Sheets Of Any Size, Other Than Paper Of Heading 4801 Or 4803; Han | 48025650 | 12% | – | 01/07/2017 | – | |
Uncoated Paper And Paperboard, Of A Kind Used For Writing, Printing Or Other Graphic Purposes, And Non-Perforated Punch Card And Punch Tape Paper, In Rolls Or Rectangular (Including Square) Sheets Of Any Size, Other Than Paper Of Heading 4801 Or 4803; Han | 48025750 | 12% | – | 01/07/2017 | – | |
Uncoated Paper And Paperboard, Of A Kind Used For Writing, Printing Or Other Graphic Purposes, And Non-Perforated Punch Card And Punch Tape Paper, In Rolls Or Rectangular (Including Square) Sheets Of Any Size, Other Than Paper Of Heading 4801 Or 4803; Han | 48025560 | 12% | – | 01/07/2017 | – | |
Uncoated Paper And Paperboard, Of A Kind Used For Writing, Printing Or Other Graphic Purposes, And Non-Perforated Punch Card And Punch Tape Paper, In Rolls Or Rectangular (Including Square) Sheets Of Any Size, Other Than Paper Of Heading 4801 Or 4803; Han | 48025610 | 12% | – | 01/07/2017 | – | |
Uncoated Paper And Paperboard, Of A Kind Used For Writing, Printing Or Other Graphic Purposes, And Non-Perforated Punch Card And Punch Tape Paper, In Rolls Or Rectangular (Including Square) Sheets Of Any Size, Other Than Paper Of Heading 4801 Or 4803; Han | 48026140 | 12% | – | 01/07/2017 | – | |
Nuclear reactors, boilers, machinery and mechanical appliances; parts thereof | Parts And Accessories (Other Than Covers, Carrying Cases And The Like) Suitable For Use Solely Or Principally With Machines Of Headings 8469 To 8472 – Parts And Accessories Of The Machines Of Heading 8471:- Other :Graphic And Intelligence Based Script Tec | 84733092 | 18% | – | 01/07/2017 | – |
Graphic design is a dynamic field, blending creativity with technical skill to create visual communications. For graphic designers and businesses offering design services in India, understanding the appropriate HSN (Harmonized System of Nomenclature) code for GST (Goods and Services Tax) purposes can seem a bit intricate. It’s crucial to differentiate between the service of graphic design itself and the tangible outputs or tools associated with it.
When we talk about the “Graphic Design HSN Code” in the context of services, we are actually referring to the Service Accounting Code (SAC), which is used for classifying services under GST. Graphic design services typically fall under a broad category of professional, technical, and business services.
The most relevant SAC code for graphic design services is:
Services classified under SAC 998391 generally attract an 18% GST rate, effective from July 1, 2017. There might be specific exemptions, as noted in the data for services related to the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup 2020, where the GST rate was Nil if certified by the Director (Sports), Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports. However, this is a very specific, time-bound exemption.
It’s important to note that the GST is applied to the service provided by the graphic designer, regardless of whether the final output is a digital file or a printed item.
While the core of graphic design is a service, the output often manifests as tangible goods. These printed materials or the paper used for graphic purposes have their own distinct HSN codes.
These printed materials typically attract an 18% GST rate, effective from July 1, 2017.
Various sub-headings under HSN 4802 exist based on weight, size, and composition (e.g., 48026230 for “Printing paper dyed/marbled in mass”). These papers generally carry a 12% GST rate, effective from July 1, 2017.
The data also mentions HSN codes for components related to graphic functionality in machinery:
This HSN code is for the physical hardware component, not the graphic design service or the software used for design.
Accurate HSN (or SAC) code classification is paramount for graphic designers and related businesses for:
For clarity and compliance, always determine whether you are providing a design service, selling a printed product, or dealing with specific hardware/materials.
Graphic design services are classified under SAC 998391.
The GST rate for graphic design services is generally 18%.
Accurate coding ensures GST compliance, allows for proper Input Tax Credit claims, and helps in smooth business operations.
Yes, parts like graphic cards used with automatic data processing machines can fall under HSN 84733092.
Paper for graphic purposes typically has a 12% GST rate.
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