What is HS code 4805 used for?
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HS-4 · Heading
4805 — Uncoated paper and paperboard n.e.c., in rolls or sheets
Chapter 48: Paper and paperboard
Plain-language overview
Use HS-4 4805 when importing uncoated paper and paperboard, such as rolls of semi-chemical fluting paper used in packaging. This heading includes various types of uncoated papers in rolls or sheets, making it essential for businesses in the packaging and printing sectors.
When deciding among the HS-6 subheadings, consider the specific type of fluting paper. For example, 480511 covers semi-chemical fluting, while 480512 is for straw fluting. If your product doesn’t fit these categories, check 480519 for other fluting papers.
If you're dealing with testliner, the choice between 480524 and 480525 hinges on weight. Use 480524 for testliner weighing 150g/m2 or less, and 480525 for those over 150g/m2. This distinction is crucial for compliance and accurate tariff classification.
For wrapping and filter papers, 480530 is designated for sulphite wrapping paper, while 480540 is for filter paper. If your uncoated paper falls outside these specific categories, you might need to look at 480591, 480592, or 480593, which categorize uncoated paper based on weight.
Keywords & topics
Useful terms traders and brokers use for this HS-4 heading.
uncoated paper · fluting paper · testliner · semi-chemical paper · straw fluting paper · sulphite wrapping paper · filter paper · felt paper · paper classification · HS code 4805
Examples
Drawn from the official tariff wording for this HS-4 heading. Always confirm against your published schedule and legal notes.
- Semi-chemical fluting paper for corrugated boxes - **480511**
- Straw fluting paper used in eco-friendly packaging - **480512**
- Recycled testliner for industrial packaging - **480525**
- Uncoated wrapping paper for food products - **480530**
- Filter paper used in coffee production - **480540**
- Felt paper for insulation applications - **480550**
- Heavy uncoated paper for high-quality printing - **480593**
Common questions
Frequent classification questions with short practical guidance.
How to classify uncoated paper for import?
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Differences between semi-chemical and straw fluting paper?
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What weight categories are there for testliner?
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How to determine the right HS-6 code for paper products?
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What types of uncoated paper are available under HS-4 4805?
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Related topics
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how to classify uncoated paper and paperboard
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understanding HS-4 4805 for importers
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choosing the right HS-6 code for fluting paper
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weight categories for uncoated paper products
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importing testliner and its classifications
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differences between uncoated wrapping and filter paper
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what to know about semi-chemical vs straw fluting paper
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Questions & answers
For orientation only—the binding text is your national tariff and the WCO nomenclature your country uses.
- What types of products fall under HS-4 4805?
- HS-4 4805 covers uncoated paper and paperboard, including various fluting papers, testliner, and wrapping papers.
- How do I choose between HS-6 subheadings?
- Select based on the specific type of paper and its weight. For example, use **480511** for semi-chemical fluting and **480524** for testliner under 150g/m2.
- What is the difference between testliner categories?
- Testliner is categorized by weight: **480524** for 150g/m2 or less, and **480525** for over 150g/m2.
- Can I use HS-4 4805 for coated paper?
- No, HS-4 4805 specifically covers uncoated paper and paperboard. Coated papers fall under different headings.
- What is the significance of weight in classification?
- Weight helps determine the appropriate HS-6 subheading, ensuring accurate tariff application and compliance.
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HS-6 subheadings (11)
- 480511Paper and paperboard; uncoated, semi-chemical fluting paper, rolls or sheets
- 480512Paper and paperboard; uncoated, straw fluting paper, rolls or sheets
- 480519Paper and paperboard; uncoated, fluting paper other than semi-chemical or straw, rolls or sheets
- 480524Paper & paperboard; uncoated, testliner (recycled linerboard), weight 150g/m2, or less, in rolls or sheets
- 480525Paper & paperboard; uncoated, testliner (recycled linerboard), weight over 150g/m2, in rolls or sheets
- 480530Paper and paperboard; sulphite wrapping paper, uncoated, in rolls or sheets
- 480540Paper and paperboard; filter paper and paperboard, uncoated, in rolls or sheets
- 480550Paper and paperboard; felt paper and paperboard, uncoated, in rolls or sheets
- 480591Paper and paperboard; uncoated, weight 150g/m2 or less, in rolls or sheets, n.e.c. in heading no.4805
- 480592Paper and paperboard; uncoated, weight more than 150g/m2 but less than 225 g/m2, in rolls or sheets, n.e.c. in heading no. 4805
- 480593Paper and paperboard; uncoated, weight 225/m2 or more, in rolls or sheets, n.e.c. in heading no. 4805