Harmonized System Code Classification

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

Specifically, this classification covers the following main contents:

• Paper, cardboard, and their products: Including various types of paper and cardboard, such as newsprint, writing paper, packaging paper, corrugated cardboard, etc.
• Paper pulp products: Including various types of pulp, such as wood pulp, waste paper pulp, etc.
• Paper products: Including various products made from paper, pulp, or cardboard, such as paper boxes, paper bags, cardboard boxes, wallpaper, labels, envelopes, paper tableware, toilet paper, etc.

Reason for classification:

This classification is determined based on the material (paper, pulp, or cardboard). If the main component of the product is paper, pulp, or cardboard, and it has undergone certain processing, it is usually classified under the category "48".

In summary, the "48" category mainly covers various products made primarily from paper, pulp, or cardboard.

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

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

6-digit explanation:

Classification: Uncoated paper and cardboard for writing, printing, or other graphic purposes, as well as non-perforated punch cards and punch tape paper, in rolls or rectangular (including square) sheets, any size, excluding paper from chapters 4801 or 4803; handmade paper and cardboard.

Specific meaning:

• Other paper and cardboard, where more than 10% of the total fiber content is obtained from mechanical or semi-mechanical processes.
• Paper with one side not exceeding 435 millimeters and the other side not exceeding 297 millimeters when unfolded.
• Other.
• Other.

8-10 digit explanation:

HS code: 4802622000
Classification: Uncoated paper and cardboard for writing, printing, or other graphic purposes, as well as non-perforated punch cards and punch tape paper, in rolls or rectangular (including square) sheet form, any size, excluding paper from chapters 4801 or 4803; handmade paper and cardboard
Explanation: Belongs to other paper and cardboard, where more than 10% (by total fiber content) of the fibers are obtained through mechanical or semi-mechanical methods; in sheet form, where one side does not exceed 435 millimeters and the other side does not exceed 297 millimeters (unfolded); where one side exceeds 360 millimeters and the other side exceeds 150 millimeters (unfolded); drawing paper.

Product examples:

• Drawing paper (e.g., for sketching or technical drawing)
• Uncoated paper for printing (e.g., for brochures, flyers)
• Handmade paper (e.g., used for art or crafts)
• Cardboard sheets for packaging or crafting
• Non-perforated punch cards (e.g., used in old computing systems)
• Punch tape paper (e.g., used in data processing)
• Paper sheets for envelopes or labels
• Paper for handmade notebooks or journals