Wallpaper and similar wall coverings; coated or covered on the face side, with a grained, embossed, coloured, design-printed or otherwise decorated layer of plastics

HS code 481420 covers a diverse range of wallpaper and similar wall coverings that feature a decorative layer of plastics. These products play a crucial role in the interior design and construction industries, providing both functional and aesthetic value to residential, commercial, and institutional spaces. As a key component of the broader 4814 Wallpaper and similar wall coverings industry, this code represents a significant segment of the global trade in building materials and furnishings.

The production of wallpaper and similar wall coverings under HS code 481420 typically involves a multi-step process. First, a base material, such as paper or non-woven fabric, is coated or covered with a layer of plastic, often through techniques like extrusion, lamination, or printing. The plastic layer is then embossed, colored, or printed with various designs and patterns to create the desired decorative effect. Finally, the finished product is cut, packaged, and prepared for distribution.

The main inputs required for the production of HS code 481420 products include base materials like paper or non-woven fabrics, plastic resins, and specialized machinery for coating, printing, and embossing. Additionally, the industry relies on inks, dyes, and other chemicals to achieve the desired aesthetic qualities. The availability and cost of these raw materials and equipment can significantly impact the overall production and supply of wallpaper and similar wall coverings.

The primary output of HS code 481420 is wallpaper and similar wall coverings that feature a decorative layer of plastics. These products are widely used in the construction, renovation, and interior design sectors, where they are often installed in residential, commercial, and institutional settings. The output of this industry may also be consumed by other related industries, such as 4823 Other paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding and webs of cellulose fibers, cut to size or shape; other articles of paper pulp, paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding or webs of cellulose fibers and 3214 (Paints and varnishes (including enamels and lacquers) based on synthetic polymers or chemically modified natural polymers, dispersed or dissolved in a non-aqueous medium; solutions as defined in Note 4 to this Chapter).