Paper and paperboard; filter paper and paperboard, uncoated, in rolls or sheets

HS v2022 Code: 480540

About paper and paperboard; filter paper and paperboard, uncoated, in rolls or sheets

HS code 480540 covers a critical component of the global paper and pulp industry - uncoated filter paper and paperboard. These materials are essential for a wide range of filtration and separation applications across numerous industries, including food processing, pharmaceuticals, and industrial manufacturing. As a key input for many downstream products, the 480540 industry plays a vital role in supporting global supply chains and economic activity.

Production process

The production of uncoated filter paper and paperboard (HS 480540) typically involves a multi-step process. First, raw materials such as wood pulp, recycled paper, and various additives are combined and processed into a paper or paperboard base. This base is then subjected to specialized filtration and treatment processes to impart the desired filtration properties. Finally, the material is cut, sized, and prepared for distribution in rolls or sheets.

Production inputs

The primary inputs for the 480540 industry include 470100 Chemical wood pulp, dissolving grades, 470200 Chemical wood pulp, soda or sulfate, other than dissolving grades, and 470300 Chemical wood pulp, sulfite, other than dissolving grades. Manufacturers also rely on specialized machinery and equipment for the filtration and treatment processes, as well as various chemicals and additives to enhance the performance of the final products.

Production outputs

The uncoated filter paper and paperboard produced under HS code 480540 are consumed by a wide range of industries, including 841940 Distilling or rectifying plant, 842123 Filtering or purifying machinery and apparatus for liquids, and 901890 Instruments and appliances used in medical, surgical, dental or veterinary sciences, n.e.s.. These materials are essential for filtration, separation, and purification applications across numerous sectors, contributing to the efficient operation of global supply chains and industrial processes.

Revisions to 480540

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 480540. The most recent 1 version of this code (480540) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 480540.

Family tree for paper and paperboard; filter paper and paperboard, uncoated, in rolls or sheets

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/48'>48: Paper and paperboard; articles of paper pulp, of paper or paperboard</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/4805'>4805: Uncoated paper and paperboard n.e.c., in rolls or sheets</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/480540'>480540: Paper and paperboard; filter paper and paperboard, uncoated, in rolls or sheets</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/480511'>480511: Paper and paperboard; uncoated, semi-chemical fluting paper, rolls or sheets</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/480512'>480512: Paper and paperboard; uncoated, straw fluting paper, rolls or sheets</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/480519'>480519: Paper and paperboard; uncoated, fluting paper other than semi-chemical or straw, rolls or sheets</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/480524'>480524: Paper &amp; paperboard; uncoated, testliner (recycled linerboard), weight 150g/m2, or less, in rolls or sheets</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/480525'>480525: Paper &amp; paperboard; uncoated, testliner (recycled linerboard), weight over 150g/m2, in rolls or sheets</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/480530'>480530: Paper and paperboard; sulphite wrapping paper, uncoated, in rolls or sheets</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/480550'>480550: Paper and paperboard; felt paper and paperboard, uncoated, in rolls or sheets</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/480591'>480591: Paper and paperboard; uncoated, weight 150g/m2 or less, in rolls or sheets, n.e.c. in heading no.4805</a>"]
B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/480592'>480592: Paper and paperboard; uncoated, weight more than 150g/m2 but less than 225 g/m2, in rolls or sheets, n.e.c. in heading no. 4805</a>"]
B --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/480593'>480593: Paper and paperboard; uncoated, weight 225/m2 or more, in rolls or sheets, n.e.c. in heading no. 4805</a>"]

    

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