What is included in HS-4 4818?

HS-4 4818 includes toilet paper, handkerchiefs, tissues, towels, serviettes, and similar paper articles.

How do I choose between HS-6 subheadings?

Select based on the specific product type, such as using 481810 for toilet paper and 481820 for tissues.

What does n.e.c. mean in HS-6 481890?

N.e.c. stands for 'not elsewhere classified', used for paper items that don’t fit other specific categories.

Can I combine different paper products under one HS code?

No, each type of product must be classified under its specific HS-6 subheading.

Are there any special import requirements for paper products?

Check for any regulations regarding hygiene and safety standards for paper items, especially for household use.

HS-4 · Heading

4818 — Toilet paper, width 36cm or less or cut to size/shape; handkerchiefs, tissues, towels, serviettes, bed sheets and similar household or hospital articles, apparel and clothing accessories of paper pulp, paper, cellulose wadding or webs of cellulose fibres

Chapter 48: Paper and paperboard

Plain-language overview

Use HS-4 4818 when importing products like toilet paper or paper towels that are 36 cm wide or less. For example, if you’re shipping a bulk order of toilet paper rolls, this is the code you’ll need.

When deciding between the subheadings, consider the specific type of product. For instance, HS-6 481810 is for toilet paper, while HS-6 481820 covers handkerchiefs and facial tissues. If your shipment includes both, you’ll need to classify them separately.

If you’re dealing with paper tablecloths or serviettes, you’ll want to use HS-6 481830. This line specifically includes those items made from paper or cellulose materials. Make sure to differentiate these from clothing accessories, which fall under HS-6 481850.

For miscellaneous paper products that don’t fit neatly into the other categories, use HS-6 481890. This is a catch-all for various articles made from paper or cellulose that are not specifically mentioned in the other subheadings.

Keywords & topics

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

toilet paper import code · paper towels HS code · facial tissues classification · tablecloths paper HS-4 · handkerchiefs paper products · HS-4 4818 details · paper articles customs · importing cellulose wadding · paper accessories HS-6 · household paper products

Examples

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

Bulk shipments of toilet paper rolls
Facial tissues for personal care
Paper towels for household use
Disposable tablecloths for events
Paper serviettes for restaurants
Clothing accessories made from paper
Miscellaneous paper products not classified elsewhere

Common questions

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

What is the HS code for toilet paper?
How do I classify paper towels for import?
Are facial tissues under HS-4 4818?
What subheading for paper serviettes?
How to declare clothing accessories made of paper?
What does n.e.c. mean in HS-6 481890?

Questions & answers

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

What is included in HS-4 4818?: HS-4 4818 includes toilet paper, handkerchiefs, tissues, towels, serviettes, and similar paper articles.
How do I choose between HS-6 subheadings?: Select based on the specific product type, such as using 481810 for toilet paper and 481820 for tissues.
What does n.e.c. mean in HS-6 481890?: N.e.c. stands for 'not elsewhere classified', used for paper items that don’t fit other specific categories.
Can I combine different paper products under one HS code?: No, each type of product must be classified under its specific HS-6 subheading.
Are there any special import requirements for paper products?: Check for any regulations regarding hygiene and safety standards for paper items, especially for household use.

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Parent context

HS code directory Chapter 48

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