Harmonized System Code Classification

The first two digits of the HS code "48" represent paper, paper pulp, or paperboard products.

Specifically, this chapter includes the following main contents:

• Paper for writing or printing: such as writing paper, printing paper, newspaper paper, carbon paper, etc.
• Packaging paper and paperboard: such as corrugated paperboard boxes, paper bags, paper boxes, etc.
• Sanitary or similar paper: such as toilet paper, handkerchief paper, paper towels, etc.
• Paperboard or paperboard products: such as paperboard boxes, file folders, paperboard tubes, etc.
• Paper pulp products: such as paper pulp molded products, paper pulp boards, etc.

Classification reasons:

The classification under the "48" chapter is based on material (paper, pulp, paperboard) and main use. As long as the main component of the product is paper, pulp, or paperboard, and it belongs to writing, printing, packaging, sanitary, or other related uses, it will generally be classified into this chapter.

In summary, the HS code "48" represents various products made from paper, pulp, or paperboard.

The first four digits of the HS code 4802 represent the following classification and meaning:

Uncoated paper and paperboard for writing, printing, or other graphic purposes, and non-perforated punch cards and punch tape paper, in rolls or rectangular (including square) sheets, any size, excluding paper under heading 4801 or 4803; handmade paper and paperboard.

6-digit explanation: Classification: Uncoated paper and paperboard for writing, printing, or other graphic purposes, and non-perforated punch cards and punch tape paper, in rolls or rectangular (including square) sheets, any size, excluding paper under heading 4801 or 4803; handmade paper and paperboard.

Specific meaning:

• Other paper and paperboard, where more than 10% of the total fiber content is obtained by mechanical or chemically mechanical methods.
• In roll form
• Other
• Other

8-10-digit explanation: hscode: 4802615000 Classification: Uncoated paper and paperboard for writing, printing, or other graphic purposes, and non-perforated punch cards and punch tape paper, in rolls or rectangular (including square) sheets, any size, excluding paper under heading 4801 or 4803; handmade paper and paperboard Explanation: This hscode refers to uncoated paper and paperboard for writing, printing, or other graphic purposes, and non-perforated punch cards and punch tape paper, in rolls or rectangular (including square) sheets, any size, excluding paper under heading 4801 or 4803; handmade paper and paperboard. Specifically, it refers to other paper and paperboard, where more than 10% (by weight percentage) of the total fiber content consists of fibers obtained by mechanical or chemically mechanical processes, in roll form, other, used for making photographic paper base.

Product examples: * Uncoated printing paper * Paper for office use * Paper for printing photos * Paper for labels * Paper for envelopes * Handmade paper for art * Paper for packaging * Paper for crafts * Paper for drawing * Paper for printing brochures