Paper pulp, paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding or webs of cellulose fibres; articles n.e.c. in heading no. 4823

HS v2017 Code: 482390

About paper pulp, paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding or webs of cellulose fibres; articles n.e.c. in heading no. 4823

HS code 482390 covers a diverse range of paper-based products, including paper pulp, paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding, and various articles not elsewhere classified in heading 4823. This industry is a crucial component of the global manufacturing and trade landscape, providing essential materials for a wide array of industries, from packaging and printing to construction and healthcare. Its significance extends beyond its direct economic impact, as paper-based products play a vital role in facilitating the flow of information, goods, and services worldwide.

Production process

The production of the items covered under HS code 482390 typically involves a combination of mechanical and chemical processes. The primary raw material is wood pulp, which is obtained through the mechanical or chemical breakdown of wood fibers. This pulp is then processed into various paper and paperboard products using techniques such as papermaking, calendering, and coating. Specialized processes may be employed to create specific types of paper, such as the use of cellulose fibers for the production of cellulose wadding or webs.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of items under HS code 482390 include wood pulp, various chemical additives (e.g., sizing agents, dyes, and fillers), and specialized machinery for papermaking and converting processes. The availability and quality of these raw materials, as well as the technological capabilities of the manufacturing equipment, are critical factors in determining the competitiveness and efficiency of this industry.

Production outputs

The outputs of the industry covered by HS code 482390 include a wide range of paper-based products, such as 480100 Newsprint, 480200 Uncoated paper and paperboard, 480300 Toilet or facial tissue stock, towel or napkin stock and similar paper, and various specialty papers and paperboard items. These outputs are then consumed by a diverse array of downstream industries, including 490100 Printed books, brochures, leaflets and similar printed matter, 481910 Cartons, boxes and cases, of corrugated paper or paperboard, and 481920 Folding cartons, boxes and cases, of non-corrugated paper or paperboard.

Revisions to 482390

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 482390. The most recent 1 version of this code (482390) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 482390 ( HS v2017).

Older versions

Family tree for paper pulp, paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding or webs of cellulose fibres; articles n.e.c. in heading no. 4823

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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/v2017/4823'>4823: Paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding and webs of cellulose fibres; cut to size or shape, articles of paper pulp, paper and paper-board, cellulose wadding or webs of cellulose fibres, n.e.c. in chapter 48</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/482390'>482390: Paper pulp, paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding or webs of cellulose fibres; articles n.e.c. in heading no. 4823</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/482320'>482320: Paper and paperboard; filter paper and paperboard</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/482340'>482340: Paper and paperboard; rolls, sheets and dials, printed for self-recording apparatus</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/482361'>482361: Paper and paperboard; trays, dishes, plates, cups and the like, of bamboo paper or paperboard</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/482369'>482369: Paper and paperboard; trays, dishes, plates, cups and the like, of paper or paperboard other than of bamboo</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/482370'>482370: Paper pulp; moulded or pressed articles or paper pulp</a>"]

    

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