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 cardboard 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 reason:

The classification under the "48" chapter is based on material (paper, paper pulp, paperboard) and main use. As long as the product's main component is paper, paper pulp, or paperboard, and it is used for writing, printing, packaging, sanitary, or other related purposes, it is typically classified under this chapter.

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

The first four digits of the HS code "4810" represent the following classification and meaning:

Paper and paperboard coated with kaolin (Chinese clay) or other inorganic substances, whether or not with an adhesive, whether or not surface-colored, surface-decorated, or printed, regardless of size, in the form of rolls or rectangular (including square) sheets.

Classification of the 6-digit HS code: Paper and paperboard, single or double-sided coated with kaolin (Chinese clay) or other inorganic substances, whether or not with adhesive, and whether or not with other coatings, whether or not surface-colored, surface-decorated, or printed, in rolls or rectangular (including square) sheets of any size:

Specific meaning: Paper and paperboard coated with kaolin (Chinese clay) or other inorganic substances, whether or not with adhesive, and whether or not with other coatings, whether or not surface-colored, surface-decorated, or printed, in rolls or rectangular (including square) sheets of any size:

• Rolls:
• Other:
  • Other:
  • Other:

Classification of the 8-10 digits of the HS code: 4810131140

Classification: Paper and paperboard coated with kaolin (Chinese clay) or other inorganic substances, with or without adhesive, without other coatings, whether or not surface-colored, surface-decorated, or printed, in rolls or rectangular (including square) sheets of any size: --> Paper and paperboard for writing, printing, or other graphic purposes, without fibers obtained by mechanical or chemically mechanical methods, or with a total fiber content not exceeding 10% of such fibers: --> In rolls: --> Width over 15 cm: --> Weight not exceeding 150 grams per square meter: --> Base paper for photographic sensitization --> Other

Explanation: This HS code belongs to base paper for photographic sensitization, and it falls under the "Other" category, meaning it is not base paper coated with barium sulfate.

Examples of products:

• Base paper for photographic film
• Base paper for photographic paper
• Paper for printing photos
• Paper for developing photographs
• Coated paper for photographic use
• Paper for printing images
• Paper for graphic printing
• Paper for printing illustrations
• Paper for printing text
• Paper for printing advertisements