HS Code 4802Uncoated paper and paperboard, used for writing, printing or other graphics, non perforated punch-cards and punch tape paper, in rolls or rectangular sheets, of any size, other than paper of heading 4801 or 4803; hand-made paper and paperboard
11 six-digit codes · Heading 2 of 22 in Chapter 48 · World Customs Organization Harmonized System
HS code 4802 is the customs heading for uncoated paper used to write, print and draw on. Use this page to pick the right six-digit code and to avoid mixing it up with nearby paper headings.
Heading 4802 is finely cut: 11 six-digit codes, 480210 to 480269, all of them under “Uncoated paper and paperboard, used for writing, printing or other graphics, non perforated punch-cards and punch tape paper, in rolls or rectangular sheets, of any size, other than paper of heading 4801 or 4803; hand-made paper and paperboard”. At that depth it is the exact wording of the code, not of the heading, that settles a classification. The heading is number 2 of 22 in Chapter 48, Paper and paperboard; articles of paper pulp, of paper or paperboard, which runs to 101 six-digit codes in all.
Six-digit codes under heading 4802
| HS Code | Import–export description |
|---|---|
| 480210 | Hand-made paper or paperboard |
| 480220 | Uncoated paper and paperboard (not 4801 or 4803); of a kind used as a base for photo-sensitive, heat-sensitive or electro-sensitive paper or paperboard, in rolls or sheets |
| 480240 | Uncoated paper and paperboard (not 4801 or 4803); wallpaper base, in rolls or sheets |
| 480254 | Uncoated paper and paperboard (not 4801 or 4803); printing, writing or graphic, 10% or less by weight of mechanical or chemi-mechanical processed fibre, weighing less than 40g/m2, in rolls or sheets |
| 480255 | Uncoated paper and paperboard (not 4801 or 4803); printing, writing or graphic, 10% or less by weight of mechanical or chemi-mechanical processed fibre, weighing 40g/m2 to 150g/m2, in rolls |
| 480256 | Uncoated paper and paperboard (not 4801 or 4803); printing, writing or graphic, 10% or less by weight of mechanical or chemi-mechanical processed fibre, weight 40-150g/m2, in sheets 435mm or less by 297mm or less (unfolded) |
| 480257 | Uncoated paper and paperboard (not 4801 or 4803); printing, writing or graphic, 10% or less by weight of mechanical or chemi-mechanical processed fibre, weight 40-150g/m2, n.e.c. in item no. 4802.55 or 4802.56 |
| 480258 | Uncoated paper and paperboard (not 4801 or 4803); printing, writing or graphic, 10% or less by weight of mechanical or chemi-mechanical processed fibre, weighing more than 150g/m2 |
| 480261 | Uncoated paper and paperboard (not 4801 or 4803); over 10% by weight of mechanical or chemi-mechanical processed fibre, in rolls |
| 480262 | Uncoated paper and paperboard (not 4801 or 4803); over 10% by weight of mechanical or chemi-mechanical processed fibre, in sheets 435mm or less by 297mm or less (unfolded) |
| 480269 | Uncoated paper and paperboard (not 4801 or 4803); over 10% by weight of mechanical or chemi-mechanical processed fibre, other than rolls, other than sheets 435mm or less by 297mm or less (unfolded) |
What HS code 4802 covers
Think of this heading as the home of plain paper with no coating. It is the paper in a printer tray, a notebook or a letterhead. Graphic paper, paper in rolls and paper in cut sheets all fit here, as long as the surface is uncoated.
The heading also holds a few special goods. These are hand-made paper and paperboard, base paper for photo-sensitive or heat-sensitive paper, wallpaper base, and paper for punch-cards and punch tape that is not perforated. Some buyers search for it as HSN code 4802. The number is the same.
Two kinds of uncoated paper are kept out. Newsprint goes to heading 4801. Tissue, towel and napkin stock goes to heading 4803. The wider family of paper headings is on the Chapter 48 page.
Subheadings under HS heading 4802: what sets each apart
The six-digit subheadings split the heading by use, fibre, weight and format. Three of them are defined by what the paper is for or how it is made. The rest are defined by measurements.
- 480240: wallpaper base.
- These are split by weight and format.
- These are split by format only.
How to choose the right 4802 subheading
Work through four questions in order. If so, use 480210, 480220 or 480240. If not, it is printing, writing or graphic paper, so go on.
Second, check the fibre. Mechanical and chemi-mechanical fibre is wood fibre pulped with less chemical treatment.
Third, check the weight in g/m2. This only matters in the low-fibre group. Fourth, check the format: rolls, small sheets, or something else.
- 40 to 150 g/m2, in rolls: 480255.
- 40 to 150 g/m2, in other forms: 480257.
- More than 150 g/m2: 480258.
- In small sheets of that size: 480262. In any other form: 480269.
4802 vs nearby paper headings
Most misclassification happens at the edges of the heading. These short rules help. If you are unsure, try the HS code classifier.
- 4801 is newsprint, in rolls or sheets. Writing and printing paper is 4802.
- 4805 holds other uncoated paper not named elsewhere.
- 4810 is paper coated on one or both sides with kaolin or other inorganic substances. 4811 holds other coated, impregnated or printed paper. Coated paper never belongs in 4802.
- 4814 is finished wallpaper and wall coverings. Only the plain base paper for wallpaper belongs under 480240.
Who imports and exports HS 4802 paper
EximDataX shows shipment-level import and export records from official customs sources. Coverage: 43 direct customs feeds plus 184 mirror-derived countries. Named buyers and named suppliers are available in 38 of the 43 direct markets. Most markets refresh weekly and some refresh daily.
You can search by HS code to see who imports and exports a product, and book a free demo. Use the 4802 code, or one of its six-digit codes, to find uncoated printing paper buyers and sellers.
Related
- Chapter 48 paper and paperboard HS codes
- HS 4801 newsprint
- HS 4803 tissue and towel stock
- HS 4804 uncoated kraft paper
- HS 4805 other uncoated paper
- HS 4810 coated paper
- HS 4811 coated or impregnated paper
- HS 4814 wallpaper
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Nearby headings in Chapter 48
- 4801Newsprint, in rolls or sheets1 code
- 4803Tissue, towel, napkin stock or similar; for household or sanitary uses…1 code
- 4804Uncoated kraft paper and paperboard, in rolls or sheets, other than that of…12 codes
- 4805Uncoated paper and paperboard n.e.c., in rolls or sheets11 codes
- 4806Vegetable parchment, greaseproof papers, tracing papers, glassine and other…4 codes
- 4807Composite paper and paperboard, (made by sticking layers together with an…1 code
- 4808Paper and paperboard, corrugated (with or without glued flat surface sheets)…3 codes
- 4809Carbon paper, self copy paper, and other copying or transfer papers…2 codes
- 4810Paper and paperboard, coated one or both sides with kaolin (china clay) or…10 codes
- 4811Paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding and webs of cellulose fibres, coated…7 codes
- 4812Filter blocks, slabs and plates of paper pulp1 code
- 4813Cigarette paper, whether or not cut to size or in the form of booklets or…3 codes
Who ships under 4802?
EximDataX tracks the live import–export records filed under this heading and the 11 codes beneath it: named buyers, suppliers, quantities and values from official customs feeds.
Section X: Pulp of Wood; Paper and Paperboard, chapters 47–49.
HS Code 4802: common questions
What does HS code 4802 cover?
It also covers hand-made paper and paperboard.
What is the HS code for hand-made paper?
It has its own code, so you do not need to check weight or fibre.
What is the difference between HS 4802 and 4801 newsprint?
Heading 4801 is for newsprint.
Is coated paper classified under 4802?
No. Paper coated with kaolin or other inorganic substances goes to 4810, and other coated or impregnated paper goes to 4811.
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