Paper and paperboard, corrugated (with or without glued flat surface sheets), creped, crinkled, embossed or perforated, in rolls or sheets other than paper of the kind described in heading 4803

HS v2017 Code: 4808

Chapter	Heading	Sub-heading
48	08	n/a

Code	4808
Version	HS v2017
Hierarchy Level	4
Datasource	WCO
Chapter	48

Ancestor Codes: Paper and paperboard; articles of paper pulp, of paper or paperboard

This Code: Paper and paperboard, corrugated (with or without glued flat surface sheets), creped, crinkled, embossed or perforated, in rolls or sheets other than paper of the kind described in heading 4803

Child Codes: Paper and paperboard; other than corrugated (with or without glued flat surface sheets) or kraft paper, creped or crinkled, whether or not embossed or perforated, in rolls or sheets, other than paper of heading 4803; Paper and paperboard; corrugated, whether or not perforated, in rolls or sheets, other than paper of heading 4803; Paper and paperboard; kraft paper, creped or crinkled, whether or not embossed or perforated, in rolls or sheets, other than paper of heading 4803

Sibling Codes (Nearest 5): Uncoated paper and paperboard n.e.c., in rolls or sheets; Vegetable parchment, greaseproof papers, tracing papers, glassine and other glazed transparent or translucent papers, in rolls or sheets; Composite paper and paperboard, (made by sticking layers together with an adhesive), not surface-coated or impregnated, whether or not internally reinforced, in rolls or sheets; Carbon paper, self copy paper, and other copying or transfer papers (including coated or impregnated paper for duplicator stencils or offset plates), whether or not printed, in rolls or sheets; Paper and paperboard, coated one or both sides with kaolin (china clay) or inorganic substances, with binder or not, no other coating, surface coloured or not, surface decorated or printed, in rolls or rectangular (including square) sheets, of any size

About paper and paperboard, corrugated (with or without glued flat surface sheets), creped, crinkled, embossed or perforated, in rolls or sheets other than paper of the kind described in heading 4803

HS code 4808 covers a wide range of paper and paperboard products that have been subjected to various mechanical treatments to enhance their physical properties and appearance. These materials are widely used in the packaging, construction, and printing industries, playing a crucial role in the global supply chain. As a versatile and cost-effective solution, the 4808 product group has become an integral part of the broader paper and pulp industry, contributing significantly to the overall economy.

Production process

The production of 4808 paper and paperboard involves a series of mechanical processes that alter the physical characteristics of the base material. This includes corrugation, where the paper or paperboard is passed through a series of rollers to create a wavy or fluted pattern, often with a flat surface sheet glued on. Other techniques, such as creping, crinkleing, embossing, and perforating, are used to impart unique textures, patterns, and properties to the final product, enhancing its functionality and visual appeal.

Production inputs

The primary inputs for the 4808 industry are wood pulp, recycled paper, and various chemical additives. Specialized machinery, such as corrugators, embossing presses, and perforating equipment, are also essential for the manufacturing process. Additionally, the industry relies on a reliable supply of energy, water, and skilled labor to ensure efficient and consistent production.

Production outputs

The 4808 product group encompasses a diverse range of materials, including corrugated boxes, protective packaging, construction materials, and specialty papers. These outputs are widely consumed by industries such as 4202 Trunks, suitcases, vanity cases, executive-cases, briefcases, school satchels, spectacle cases, binocular cases, camera cases, musical instrument cases, gun cases, holsters and similar containers; travel bags, insulated food or beverage bags, toilet bags, rucksacks, handbags, shopping bags, wallets, purses, map-cases, cigarette-cases, tobacco-pouches, tool bags, sports bags, bottle-cases, jewelry boxes, powder-boxes, cutlery cases and similar containers, of leather or of composition leather, of sheeting of plastics, of textile materials, of vulcanized fiber or of paperboard, or wholly or mainly covered with such materials or with paper, 4819 Cartons, boxes, cases, bags and other packing containers, of paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding or webs of cellulose fibers; box files, letter trays, and similar articles, of paper or paperboard of a kind used in offices, shops or the like, and 4707 (Recovered (waste and scrap) paper or paperboard), among others.

Family tree for paper and paperboard, corrugated (with or without glued flat surface sheets), creped, crinkled, embossed or perforated, in rolls or sheets other than paper of the kind described in heading 4803

    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/v2017/4808'>4808: Paper and paperboard, corrugated (with or without glued flat surface sheets), creped, crinkled, embossed or perforated, in rolls or sheets other than paper of the kind described in heading 4803</a>"]

    A --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/4801'>4801: Newsprint, in rolls or sheets</a>"]
A --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/4802'>4802: Uncoated paper and paperboard, used for writing, printing or other graphics, non perforated punch-cards and punch tape paper, in rolls or rectangular sheets, of any size, other than paper of heading 4801 or 4803; hand-made paper and paperboard</a>"]
A --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/4803'>4803: Tissue, towel, napkin stock or similar; for household or sanitary uses, cellulose wadding, webs of cellulose fibres, in rolls over 36cm in width or rectangular sheets with one side exceeding 36cm when unfolded</a>"]
A --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/4804'>4804: Uncoated kraft paper and paperboard, in rolls or sheets, other than that of heading no. 4802 or 4803</a>"]
A --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/4805'>4805: Uncoated paper and paperboard n.e.c., in rolls or sheets</a>"]
A --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/4806'>4806: Vegetable parchment, greaseproof papers, tracing papers, glassine and other glazed transparent or translucent papers, in rolls or sheets</a>"]
A --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/4807'>4807: Composite paper and paperboard, (made by sticking layers together with an adhesive), not surface-coated or impregnated, whether or not internally reinforced, in rolls or sheets</a>"]
A --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/4809'>4809: Carbon paper, self copy paper, and other copying or transfer papers (including coated or impregnated paper for duplicator stencils or offset plates), whether or not printed, in rolls or sheets</a>"]
A --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/4810'>4810: Paper and paperboard, coated one or both sides with kaolin (china clay) or inorganic substances, with binder or not, no other coating, surface coloured or not, surface decorated or printed, in rolls or rectangular (including square) sheets, of any size</a>"]
A --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/4811'>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</a>"]
A --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/4812'>4812: Filter blocks, slabs and plates of paper pulp</a>"]
A --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/4813'>4813: Cigarette paper, whether or not cut to size or in the form of booklets or tubes</a>"]
A --> O["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/4814'>4814: Wallpaper and similar wall coverings; window transparencies of paper</a>"]
A --> P["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/4816'>4816: Carbon paper, self-copy paper and other copying or transfer papers, (other than those of heading no. 4809), duplicator stencils and offset plates, of paper whether or not put up in boxes</a>"]
A --> Q["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/4817'>4817: Envelopes, letter cards, plain postcards and correspondence cards, of paper, paperboard; boxes, pouches, wallets and writing compendiums, of paper or paperboard containing assortment of paper stationery</a>"]
A --> R["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/4818'>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</a>"]
A --> S["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/4819'>4819: Cartons, boxes, cases, bags and the like, of paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding or fibres; box files, letter trays and the like, of paper or paperboard, of a kind used in offices, shops or the like</a>"]
A --> T["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/4820'>4820: Registers, account books, diaries and similar; albums for samples or collections, of paper or paperboard</a>"]
A --> U["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/4821'>4821: Paper or paperboard labels of all kinds, whether or not printed</a>"]
A --> V["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/4822'>4822: Bobbins, spools, cops and similar supports of paper pulp, paper or paperboard (whether or not perforated or hardened)</a>"]
A --> W["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/4823'>4823: Paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding and webs of cellulose fibres; cut to size or shape, articles of paper pulp, paper and paper-board, cellulose wadding or webs of cellulose fibres, n.e.c. in chapter 48</a>"]

    B --> X["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/480810'>480810: Paper and paperboard; corrugated, whether or not perforated, in rolls or sheets, other than paper of heading 4803</a>"]
B --> Y["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/480840'>480840: Paper and paperboard; kraft paper, creped or crinkled, whether or not embossed or perforated, in rolls or sheets, other than paper of heading 4803</a>"]
B --> Z["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/480890'>480890: Paper and paperboard; other than corrugated (with or without glued flat surface sheets) or kraft paper, creped or crinkled, whether or not embossed or perforated, in rolls or sheets, other than paper of heading 4803</a>"]


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