Paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding and webs of soft cellulose fibres; coated, impregnated, covered, surface-decorated or surface-coloured, n.e.c. in heading no. 4811, in rolls or sheets

HS v2017 Code: 481190

About paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding and webs of soft cellulose fibres; coated, impregnated, covered, surface-decorated or surface-coloured, n.e.c. in heading no. 4811, in rolls or sheets

HS code 481190 covers a diverse range of paper and paperboard products that have been coated, impregnated, covered, or surface-decorated. These materials are widely used across various industries, from packaging and printing to construction and electronics. They play a crucial role in the global economy, facilitating the transportation, storage, and presentation of goods and information.

Production process

The production of the materials covered under HS code 481190 typically involves a combination of papermaking and coating or finishing processes. Papermakers first create the base paper or paperboard using traditional techniques, such as pulping, forming, and drying. The resulting material is then subjected to various coating, impregnation, or surface treatment processes to impart the desired properties, such as water resistance, printability, or aesthetic appeal.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of HS code 481190 materials include pulp, paper, and paperboard as the base materials, as well as a range of coating agents, dyes, and other chemicals used in the finishing processes. Specialized machinery, such as coating and laminating equipment, is also essential for the manufacturing of these products.

Production outputs

The diverse range of materials covered under HS code 481190 find applications in a wide variety of industries. They are commonly used in 481810 Toilet paper, handkerchiefs, cleansing or facial tissues, towels or serviettes, tablecloths and table napkins, of paper pulp, paper, cellulose wadding or webs of cellulose fibres, 481830 Tablecloths and serviettes, of paper or cellulose, 481840 Sanitary towels and tampons, napkins and napkin liners for babies and similar sanitary articles, of paper pulp, paper, cellulose wadding or webs of cellulose fibres, and 481920 Folding cartons, boxes and cases, of non-corrugated paper or paperboard, among others.

Revisions to 481190

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 481190. The most recent 1 version of this code (481190) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 481190 ( HS v2017).

Family tree for paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding and webs of soft cellulose fibres; coated, impregnated, covered, surface-decorated or surface-coloured, n.e.c. in heading no. 4811, 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/v2017/4811'>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>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/481190'>481190: Paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding and webs of soft cellulose fibres; coated, impregnated, covered, surface-decorated or surface-coloured, n.e.c. in heading no. 4811, in rolls or sheets</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/481110'>481110: Paper and paperboard; tarred, bituminised or asphalted, in rolls or sheets, other than goods of heading no. 4803, 4809, or 4810</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/481141'>481141: Paper and paperboard; self-adhesive, in rolls or sheets, other than goods of heading no. 4803, 4809, or 4810</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/481149'>481149: Paper and paperboard; gummed or adhesive paper and paperboard (excluding self-adhesive), in rolls or sheets, other than goods of heading no. 4803, 4809, or 4810</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/481151'>481151: Paper and paperboard; coated, impregnated or covered with plastics (excluding adhesives), bleached, weighing more than 150g/m2, other than goods of heading no. 4803, 4809, or 4810</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/481159'>481159: Paper and paperboard; coated, impregnated or covered with plastics (excluding adhesives), other than bleached and weighing more than 150g/m2, other than goods of heading no. 4803, 4809, or 4810</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/481160'>481160: Paper and paperboard; coated or impregnated with wax, paraffin wax, stearin, oil or glycerol, other than goods of heading no. 4803, 4809, or 4810</a>"]

    

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