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.

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

Short phrases that describe this HS-4 heading when you're searching or filtering schedules.

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

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What is HS code 4805 used for?
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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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