Paper pulp, paper or paperboard; bobbins, spools, cops and similar supports, other than of a kind used for winding textile yarn (whether or not perforated or hardened)

HS code 482290 covers a diverse range of paper-based products, including paper pulp, paper or paperboard, as well as various types of supports and spools. This industry plays a crucial role in the broader manufacturing and packaging sectors, providing essential materials and components for a wide array of applications. From the production of high-quality printing and writing papers to the manufacture of specialized packaging solutions, the 482290 industry is a vital cog in the global economy.

The production of goods under HS code 482290 typically involves a combination of mechanical and chemical processes. Paper pulp, the primary raw material, is often produced through the mechanical or chemical breakdown of wood fibers. This pulp is then processed and refined to create various paper and paperboard products, which can be further shaped and molded into bobbins, spools, and other supporting structures. The specific techniques employed may vary depending on the desired characteristics of the final product, such as strength, flexibility, or surface finish.

The main inputs required for the 482290 industry include wood pulp, recycled paper, and various chemical additives used to enhance the properties of the final products. Specialized machinery, such as paper-making machines, molding equipment, and cutting tools, are also essential for the efficient production of these goods. Additionally, the industry relies on a skilled workforce capable of operating and maintaining the complex production processes.

The diverse range of products covered under HS code 482290 are used in a wide variety of applications. Paper and paperboard products are commonly consumed by the 480100 Newsprint, in rolls or sheets and 480200 Uncoated paper and paperboard, in rolls or sheets, for writing, printing or other graphic purposes industries, as well as the 481910 Cartons, boxes and cases, of corrugated paper or paperboard and 481920 Folding cartons, boxes and cases, of non-corrugated paper or paperboard industries for packaging and shipping purposes. The bobbins, spools, and similar supports may be utilized by the 560600 (Gimped yarn, and strip and the like of heading 5404 or 5405, gimped (other than those of heading 5605 and gimped horsehair yarn); chenille yarn (including flock chenille yarn); loop wale-yarn) industry for winding and storing textile yarns.