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

HS v2017 Code: 481032

About 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

HS code 481032 covers a specific type of kraft paper and paperboard that is uniformly bleached throughout, coated with inorganic substances, and composed of more than 95% chemically processed wood fibers. This material, weighing more than 150g/m2, is primarily used for non-graphic purposes and is commonly found in rolls or sheets. The production and trade of this specialized paper product play a significant role in the global import/export landscape, catering to a wide range of industries and applications.

Production process

The production of the paper and paperboard covered under HS code 481032 involves a multi-step process. First, wood pulp is chemically processed to extract the cellulose fibers. These fibers are then bleached to achieve a uniform white appearance. The bleached fibers are then formed into a paper or paperboard sheet and coated with inorganic substances, such as clay or calcium carbonate, to enhance its properties. Finally, the coated paper is dried and cut into the desired rolls or sheets for further processing or distribution.

Production inputs

The primary inputs required for the production of the paper and paperboard under HS code 481032 include wood pulp, chemical processing agents, and inorganic coating materials. Specialized machinery, such as pulp processing equipment, paper-making machines, and coating systems, are also essential for the manufacturing process. Additionally, energy sources, water, and skilled labor are important inputs in the production of this specialized paper product.

Production outputs

The paper and paperboard covered under HS code 481032 are primarily used for non-graphic purposes, such as packaging, industrial applications, and specialty products. The output of this industry may be consumed by various other HS codes, including 481013 (Kraft paper and paperboard, coated, impregnated or covered with plastics (excluding adhesives); bleached, weighing more than 150 g/m²), 481019 (Kraft paper and paperboard, coated, impregnated or covered with plastics (excluding adhesives); other than bleached, weighing more than 150 g/m²), and 481190 Other paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding and webs of cellulose fibers, coated, impregnated, covered, surface-coloured, surface-decorated or printed, in rolls or sheets, among others.

Revisions to 481032

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 481032. The most recent 1 version of this code (481032) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 481032 ( HS v2017).

Family tree for 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

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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/v2017/481032'>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 --> 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/v2017/481014'>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 --> F["<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 --> G["<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 --> H["<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 --> I["<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 --> 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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