Paper; self-copy paper (other than those of heading no. 4809), whether or not put up in boxes

HS code 481620 covers a wide range of paper products, including self-copy paper, which are essential components in various industries and commercial applications. This category of paper products plays a crucial role in the global economy, facilitating efficient documentation, record-keeping, and communication across diverse sectors such as office administration, publishing, and logistics.

The production of paper products under HS code 481620 typically involves a multi-step process. It begins with the pulping of raw materials, such as wood, recycled paper, or other cellulose-based sources, to create a pulp. This pulp is then refined, bleached, and formed into thin sheets or rolls using specialized papermaking machinery. The self-copying feature is achieved through the incorporation of chemical coatings or treatments that enable the transfer of information from one sheet to another.

The primary inputs required for the production of paper products under HS code 481620 include wood pulp, recycled paper, and various chemical additives. Specialized machinery, such as papermaking machines, calendering equipment, and coating systems, are also essential for the manufacturing process. Additionally, energy sources, such as electricity or steam, are necessary to power the production facilities.

The main outputs of the industry covered by HS code 481620 are a diverse range of paper products, including self-copy paper, carbonless paper, and other specialized paper types. These outputs are widely used in 4802 (Paper and paperboard, not coated, of a kind used for writing, printing or other graphic purposes, and non-perforated punch-cards and punch tape paper, in rolls or rectangular (including square) sheets, of any size), 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), and 4811 (Paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding and webs of cellulose fibers, coated, impregnated, covered, surface-colored, surface-decorated or printed, in rolls or rectangular (including square) sheets, of any size), among other related HS codes.