Paper or paperboard; stationery n.e.c. in heading no. 4820

HS v2017 Code: 482090

About paper or paperboard; stationery n.e.c. in heading no. 4820

HS code 482090 covers a diverse range of paper and paperboard products used for stationery purposes. This industry plays a vital role in the global office supplies and paper goods market, catering to the needs of businesses, educational institutions, and individual consumers. The products within this code contribute to the efficient functioning of administrative and organizational activities across various sectors of the economy.

Production process

The production of paper and paperboard stationery items typically involves a combination of pulp processing, sheet formation, and finishing techniques. Manufacturers may utilize mechanical, chemical, or a mix of pulping methods to extract and refine the raw cellulose fibers. These fibers are then formed into sheets or rolls using specialized papermaking machinery, and may undergo additional treatments such as coating, cutting, or embossing to create the desired stationery products.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of HS code 482090 items include various types of paper pulp, such as wood pulp, recycled paper, or specialty fibers. Manufacturers also rely on chemicals like sizing agents, dyes, and coatings to impart specific properties to the paper. Additionally, specialized machinery, such as papermaking machines, cutting and finishing equipment, and packaging materials, are essential for the efficient production and distribution of these stationery items.

Production outputs

The products covered under HS code 482090 include a wide range of stationery items, such as notebooks, notepads, diaries, address books, and other paper-based organizational tools. These outputs are often consumed by 4820 Paper and paperboard; articles of paper pulp, of paper or of paperboard industries, as well as 4911 Printed books, brochures, leaflets and similar printed matter, whether or not in single sheets and 4901 Printed books, brochures, leaflets and similar printed matter, whether or not in single sheets sectors, which rely on these stationery products for their operations.

Revisions to 482090

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 482090. The most recent 1 version of this code (482090) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 482090 ( HS v2017).

Older versions

Family tree for paper or paperboard; stationery n.e.c. in heading no. 4820

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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/v2017/4820'>4820: Registers, account books, diaries and similar; albums for samples or collections, of paper or paperboard</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/482090'>482090: Paper or paperboard; stationery n.e.c. in heading no. 4820</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/482010'>482010: Paper and paperboard; registers, account books, note books, order books, receipt books, letter pads, memorandum pads, diaries and similar articles</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/482020'>482020: Paper and paperboard; exercise books</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/482030'>482030: Paper and paperboard; binders, folders and file covers</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/482040'>482040: Paper and paperboard; manifold business forms and interleaved carbon sets</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/482050'>482050: Paper and paperboard; albums for samples or for collections</a>"]

    

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