Paper and paperboard; uncoated, weight 150g/m2 or less, in rolls or sheets, n.e.c. in heading no.4805

HS v2017 Code: 480591

About paper and paperboard; uncoated, weight 150g/m2 or less, in rolls or sheets, n.e.c. in heading no.4805

HS code 480591 covers a wide range of uncoated paper and paperboard products weighing 150g/m2 or less, which are used in a variety of applications across industries. These lightweight paper products are essential for packaging, printing, and other commercial uses, making them a crucial component of the global trade and logistics landscape.

Production process

The production of paper and paperboard under HS code 480591 typically involves a multi-step process. It begins with the pulping of raw materials, such as wood, recycled paper, or other cellulosic fibers, to create a pulp. This pulp is then refined, bleached, and formed into thin sheets or rolls using specialized papermaking machinery. The sheets may undergo additional finishing processes, such as calendering or coating, to impart specific properties or surface characteristics.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of 480591 paper and paperboard products include wood pulp, recycled paper, and other cellulosic fibers. Additionally, the industry relies on specialized machinery, such as paper machines, calenders, and coating equipment, as well as various chemicals and additives used in the papermaking process.

Production outputs

The paper and paperboard products covered under HS code 480591 are widely used in a range of industries, including 480100 Newsprint, in rolls or sheets, 480200 Uncoated paper and paperboard, in rolls or sheets, n.e.c. in chapter 48, and 481013 Kraft paper and paperboard, other than that of a kind used for writing, printing or other graphic purposes, bleached, in rolls or sheets, weighing 150 g/m2 or less. These lightweight, uncoated paper products are essential for packaging, printing, and various other commercial applications.

Revisions to 480591

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 480591. The most recent 1 version of this code (480591) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 480591 ( HS v2017).

Family tree for paper and paperboard; uncoated, weight 150g/m2 or less, in rolls or sheets, n.e.c. in heading no.4805

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/48'>48: Paper and paperboard; articles of paper pulp, of paper or paperboard</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/4805'>4805: Uncoated paper and paperboard n.e.c., in rolls or sheets</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/480591'>480591: Paper and paperboard; uncoated, weight 150g/m2 or less, in rolls or sheets, n.e.c. in heading no.4805</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/480511'>480511: Paper and paperboard; uncoated, semi-chemical fluting paper, rolls or sheets</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/480512'>480512: Paper and paperboard; uncoated, straw fluting paper, rolls or sheets</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/480519'>480519: Paper and paperboard; uncoated, fluting paper other than semi-chemical or straw, rolls or sheets</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/480524'>480524: Paper &amp; paperboard; uncoated, testliner (recycled linerboard), weight 150g/m2, or less, in rolls or sheets</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/480525'>480525: Paper &amp; paperboard; uncoated, testliner (recycled linerboard), weight over 150g/m2, in rolls or sheets</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/480530'>480530: Paper and paperboard; sulphite wrapping paper, uncoated, in rolls or sheets</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/480540'>480540: Paper and paperboard; filter paper and paperboard, uncoated, in rolls or sheets</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/480550'>480550: Paper and paperboard; felt paper and paperboard, uncoated, in rolls or sheets</a>"]
B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/480592'>480592: Paper 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</a>"]
B --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/480593'>480593: Paper and paperboard; uncoated, weight 225/m2 or more, in rolls or sheets, n.e.c. in heading no. 4805</a>"]

    

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