About HSN Code 4909
HSN Code 4909 covers Printed or Illustrated Postcards; Printed Cards Bearing Personal Greetings, Messages or Announcements, Whether or not Illustrated, with or Without Envelopes or Trimmings and attracts a GST rate of 18%. For intra-state supplies, this is split as 9% CGST + 9% SGST. For inter-state supplies, 18% IGST is charged. This code falls under the Textiles & Leather sector (Garments, fabric, leather goods).
How to Use HSN Code 4909 on GST Invoices
- Include the HSN code 4909 on every GST invoice for printed or illustrated postcards; printed cards bearing personal greetings, messages or announcements, whether or not illustrated, with or without envelopes or trimmings
- Businesses with turnover above ₹5 crore must use 6-digit HSN codes
- Turnover between ₹1.5–5 crore: 4-digit codes are sufficient
- The HSN code must match the product/service description on your invoice
- Incorrect HSN codes can lead to GST notices and ITC mismatches
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Last verified: 2026-06-26 · Source: CBIC Master Tariff