What types of products are covered under HS-4 4811?

HS-4 4811 covers various treated paper and paperboard products, including coated, self-adhesive, and wax-coated sheets.

How do I determine the correct HS-6 subheading?

Identify the specific characteristics of your product, such as adhesive type or weight, to select the appropriate HS-6 subheading.

What is the difference between HS-6 481141 and HS-6 481149?

HS-6 481141 is for self-adhesive paper, while HS-6 481149 is for gummed paper that does not have adhesive backing.

Can I use HS-4 4811 for all paper products?

No, HS-4 4811 is specific to treated paper products and does not cover items classified under headings 4803, 4809, or 4810.

What should I do if my product doesn't fit neatly into a subheading?

If your product doesn't clearly match a subheading, consult with a customs broker or refer to additional notes in the Harmonized System for guidance.

HS-4 · Heading

4811 — Paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding and webs of cellulose fibres, coated, impregnated, covered, surface-coloured, decorated or printed, rolls or sheets, other than goods of heading no. 4803, 4809, or 4810

Chapter 48: Paper and paperboard

Plain-language overview

Use HS-4 4811 when importing products like coated paper or self-adhesive sheets. For example, if you're bringing in rolls of self-adhesive paper for labels, this heading is applicable. It covers various types of paper and paperboard that have been treated or enhanced for specific uses.

Deciding between the subheadings can be tricky. If your product is self-adhesive, choose HS-6 481141. However, if it’s gummed paper without adhesive backing, go with HS-6 481149. Both fall under HS-4 4811 but cater to different applications.

For coated paper, if it weighs more than 150g/m² and is bleached, select HS-6 481151. If it’s not bleached but still exceeds that weight, use HS-6 481159. This distinction is crucial for compliance and accurate duty assessment.

Keywords & topics

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

HS-4 4811 · coated paper · self-adhesive sheets · gummed paper · bituminized paper · wax-coated paper · import paper products · paperboard subheadings · customs classification · paper import regulations

Examples

Drawn from the official tariff wording for this HS-4 heading. Always confirm against your published schedule and legal notes.

Self-adhesive paper labels in rolls (HS-6 481141)
Gummed paper for envelopes (HS-6 481149)
Coated paper for high-quality printing (HS-6 481151)
Wax-coated paper for food packaging (HS-6 481160)
Bituminized paper for roofing applications (HS-6 481110)
Decorative printed paper for crafts (HS-6 481190)

Common questions

How people often phrase their search when they're trying to classify goods like yours.

What is HS-4 4811 used for?
How to classify self-adhesive paper?
What are the subheadings under HS-4 4811?
Is coated paper covered by HS-4 4811?
What is the difference between gummed and self-adhesive paper?
How to import coated paper products?

Questions & answers

For orientation only—the binding text is your national tariff and the WCO nomenclature your country uses.

What types of products are covered under HS-4 4811?: HS-4 4811 covers various treated paper and paperboard products, including coated, self-adhesive, and wax-coated sheets.
How do I determine the correct HS-6 subheading?: Identify the specific characteristics of your product, such as adhesive type or weight, to select the appropriate HS-6 subheading.
What is the difference between HS-6 481141 and HS-6 481149?: HS-6 481141 is for self-adhesive paper, while HS-6 481149 is for gummed paper that does not have adhesive backing.
Can I use HS-4 4811 for all paper products?: No, HS-4 4811 is specific to treated paper products and does not cover items classified under headings 4803, 4809, or 4810.
What should I do if my product doesn't fit neatly into a subheading?: If your product doesn't clearly match a subheading, consult with a customs broker or refer to additional notes in the Harmonized System for guidance.

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Parent context

HS code directory Chapter 48

Nearby siblings

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