Paper and paperboard; coated with kaolin or other inorganic substances, for printing/writing/graphics, having 10% or less by weight of total fibres got mechanical/chemi-mechanical process, sheets, sides 435mm or less by 297mm or less, unfolded,

HS v2017 Code: 481014

About paper and paperboard; coated with kaolin or other inorganic substances, for printing/writing/graphics, having 10% or less by weight of total fibres got mechanical/chemi-mechanical process, sheets, sides 435mm or less by 297mm or less, unfolded,

HS code 481014 covers a specific type of paper and paperboard that is coated with kaolin or other inorganic substances. This material is primarily used for printing, writing, and graphic applications, and is characterized by a low percentage of mechanically or chemically-derived fibers. The production and trade of this specialized paper product plays a crucial role in the global printing, publishing, and packaging industries.

Production process

The production of paper and paperboard under HS code 481014 typically involves a multi-step process. First, the raw materials, which may include wood pulp, recycled paper, and various inorganic coating substances, are prepared and combined. The mixture is then fed into a paper-making machine, where it is formed into a continuous sheet and dried. Finally, the paper is coated with the necessary inorganic substances, such as kaolin, to achieve the desired properties for printing and writing applications.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of the paper and paperboard covered by HS code 481014 include wood pulp, recycled paper, and various inorganic coating materials like kaolin. Additionally, specialized machinery, such as paper-making machines and coating equipment, are essential for the manufacturing process. Energy sources, such as electricity or steam, are also necessary to power the production facilities.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS code 481014 is a specialized paper and paperboard product that is suitable for printing, writing, and graphic applications. This material is often used in the production of books, magazines, brochures, and other printed materials. The output of this industry may also be consumed by 482010 (Paper and paperboard; coated, impregnated or covered with plastics (excluding adhesives)) and 482020 Paper and paperboard; coated, impregnated or covered with wax, paraffin wax, stearin, oil or glycerol.

Revisions to 481014

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 481014. The most recent 1 version of this code (481014) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 481014 ( HS v2017).

Family tree for paper and paperboard; coated with kaolin or other inorganic substances, for printing/writing/graphics, having 10% or less by weight of total fibres got mechanical/chemi-mechanical process, sheets, sides 435mm or less by 297mm or less, unfolded,

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    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/v2017/4810'>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>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/481014'>481014: Paper and paperboard; coated with kaolin or other inorganic substances, for printing/writing/graphics, having 10% or less by weight of total fibres got mechanical/chemi-mechanical process, sheets, sides 435mm or less by 297mm or less, unfolded,</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/481013'>481013: Paper and paperboard; coated with kaolin or other inorganic substances, for printing &amp; writing, graphics, containing no, or not more than 10% by weight of total fibres obtained by mechanical or chemi-mechanical process, in rolls</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/481019'>481019: Paper and paperboard; coated with kaolin or other inorganic substances, for printing/writing/graphics, having 10% or less by weight of total fibres got by mechanical/chemi-mechanical process, sides exceeding 435mm and 297mm, unfolded, sheets</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/481022'>481022: Paper and paperboard; coated with kaolin or other inorganic substances only, having more than 10% of mechanical or chemi-mechanical processed fibres, for writing, printing or other graphic purposes, light-weight coated paper, in rolls or sheets</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/481029'>481029: Paper and paperboard; coated with kaolin or other inorganic substances only, having more than 10% of mechanically processed fibres, (excluding light-weight paper), for writing, printing or other graphic purposes, in rolls or sheets</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/481031'>481031: Kraft paper and paperboard; uniformly bleached throughout, coated with inorganic substances, more than 95% of chemically processed wood fibres, weight 150g/m2 or less, for non-graphic purposes, in rolls or sheets</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/481032'>481032: Kraft paper and paperboard; uniformly bleached throughout, coated with inorganic substances, more than 95% of chemically processed wood fibres, weight more than 150g/m2, for non-graphic purposes, in rolls or sheets</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/481039'>481039: Kraft paper and paperboard; coated with kaolin or other inorganic substances only, for non-graphic purposes, n.e.c. in item no. 4810.31 and 4810.32, in rolls or sheets</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/481092'>481092: Paper and paperboard; multi-ply, coated with kaolin or other inorganic substances only, for non-graphic purposes, n.e.c. in heading no. 4810, in rolls or sheets</a>"]
B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/481099'>481099: Paper and paperboard; coated with inorganic substances only, whether or not surface-coloured, surface-decorated or printed, n.e.c. in heading no. 4810, in rolls or sheets</a>"]

    

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