Harmonized System Code Classification

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

Specifically, this chapter covers 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 reasons:

The classification of 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 belongs to the use of writing, printing, packaging, sanitation, or other related purposes, it is usually classified into this chapter.

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

The first four digits 4820 represent the following classification:

Account books, ledgers, notebooks, order books, receipt books, stationery books, memorandum books, diaries and similar items; exercise books, blotting paper pads, loose-leaf binders or other similar items, file folders, file covers, multi-page business forms, carbon paper, and other paper or paperboard stationery items; sample books or collections made of paper or paperboard, as well as book covers (including cover panels and book covers).

The six-digit classification 4820 refers to:

Classification: Paper or paperboard-made registers, account books, notebooks, order books, receipt books, stationery books, memorandum books, diaries, and similar items; exercise books, blotting paper, loose-leaf binders or other similar items, file folders, file covers, carbon paper for commercial documents, carbon paper, and other paper or paperboard stationery items.

Specific meaning: It refers to paper or paperboard products used for recording and organizing information, including:

• Registers, account books, notebooks, etc.
• Order books, receipt books, etc., used for commercial purposes
• Diaries, memorandum books, etc., used for personal purposes
• Exercise books, blotting paper, etc.
• Loose-leaf binders, file folders, file covers, etc., used for organizing papers
• Carbon paper for commercial documents, carbon paper, etc.
• Sample albums or collection books made of paper or paperboard.

8-10 digits explanation:
HS code: 4820500000
Classification: Registers, account books, notebooks, order books, receipt books, stationery books, memorandum books, diaries and similar items, exercise books, blotting paper, loose-leaf binders or other loose-leaf binders, file folders, file covers, carbon paper for commercial documents, carbon paper, and other paper or paperboard stationery items; sample books or collection books made of paper or paperboard.
Explanation: This HS code covers stationery items such as registers, account books, notebooks, etc., as well as sample books or collection books, all made of paper or paperboard.

Examples of products: * Paper notebooks * Carbon paper * Loose-leaf binders * File folders * Stationery books * Sample books * Diaries * Exercise books * Blotting paper pads * Book covers made of paper or paperboard