Carbon paper, self-copy paper and other copying or transfer papers, (other than those of heading no. 4809), duplicator stencils and offset plates, of paper whether or not put up in boxes

HS v2022 Code: 4816

Chapter	Heading	Sub-heading
48	16	n/a

Code	4816
Version	HS v2022
Hierarchy Level	4
Datasource	WCO
Chapter	48

Ancestor Codes: Paper and paperboard; articles of paper pulp, of paper or paperboard

This Code: Carbon paper, self-copy paper and other copying or transfer papers, (other than those of heading no. 4809), duplicator stencils and offset plates, of paper whether or not put up in boxes

Child Codes: Paper; carbon paper and other copying or transfer papers (other than those of heading no. 4809), n.e.c. in item no. 4816.20; Paper; self-copy paper (other than those of heading no. 4809), whether or not put up in boxes

Sibling Codes (Nearest 5): Filter blocks, slabs and plates of paper pulp; Cigarette paper, whether or not cut to size or in the form of booklets or tubes; Wallpaper and similar wall coverings; window transparencies of paper; Envelopes, letter cards, plain postcards and correspondence cards, of paper, paperboard; boxes, pouches, wallets and writing compendiums, of paper or paperboard containing assortment of paper stationery; Toilet paper, width 36cm or less or cut to size/shape; handkerchiefs, tissues, towels, serviettes, bed sheets and similar household or hospital articles, apparel and clothing accessories of paper pulp, paper, cellulose wadding or webs of cellulose fibres

About carbon paper, self-copy paper and other copying or transfer papers, (other than those of heading no. 4809), duplicator stencils and offset plates, of paper whether or not put up in boxes

HS code 4816 covers a range of paper-based products used for copying, transferring, and duplicating information. These products play a crucial role in the office supplies and stationery industry, enabling efficient document handling and information sharing across various sectors of the economy. The versatility and widespread use of these products make them an integral part of modern business operations.

Production process

The production of the items covered under HS code 4816 typically involves a combination of paper manufacturing and specialized coating or treatment processes. Carbon paper, for instance, is produced by coating one side of the paper with a thin layer of wax or ink-based pigment, which can then be transferred to another surface through pressure. Self-copy paper, on the other hand, is manufactured with a special coating that allows for the creation of duplicate copies without the use of a carbon layer.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of HS code 4816 products include high-quality paper, waxes, pigments, and specialized coating materials. Additionally, the industry relies on various types of machinery, such as paper-coating equipment, cutting and slitting machines, and packaging systems, to ensure efficient and consistent production.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the HS code 4816 industry are carbon paper, self-copy paper, and other copying or transfer papers, as well as duplicator stencils and offset plates. These products are widely used in 4817 Envelopes, letter cards, plain postcards and correspondence cards, of paper or paperboard; boxes, pouches, wallets and writing compendiums, of paper or paperboard, containing an assortment of paper stationery, 8472 Office machines (for example, typewriters, duplicating machines, addressing machines, automatic banknote dispensers, coin-sorting machines, coin-counting or wrapping machines, pencil-sharpening machines, perforating or stapling machines, and 4909 Printed or illustrated postcards; printed cards bearing personal greetings, messages or announcements, whether or not illustrated, with or without envelopes or trimmings.

Family tree for carbon paper, self-copy paper and other copying or transfer papers, (other than those of heading no. 4809), duplicator stencils and offset plates, of paper whether or not put up in boxes

    graph LR
    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/v2022/4816'>4816: Carbon paper, self-copy paper and other copying or transfer papers, (other than those of heading no. 4809), duplicator stencils and offset plates, of paper whether or not put up in boxes</a>"]

    A --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/4801'>4801: Newsprint, in rolls or sheets</a>"]
A --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/4802'>4802: Uncoated paper and paperboard, used for writing, printing or other graphics, non perforated punch-cards and punch tape paper, in rolls or rectangular sheets, of any size, other than paper of heading 4801 or 4803; hand-made paper and paperboard</a>"]
A --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/4803'>4803: Tissue, towel, napkin stock or similar; for household or sanitary uses, cellulose wadding, webs of cellulose fibres, in rolls over 36cm in width or rectangular sheets with one side exceeding 36cm when unfolded</a>"]
A --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/4804'>4804: Uncoated kraft paper and paperboard, in rolls or sheets, other than that of heading no. 4802 or 4803</a>"]
A --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/4805'>4805: Uncoated paper and paperboard n.e.c., in rolls or sheets</a>"]
A --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/4806'>4806: Vegetable parchment, greaseproof papers, tracing papers, glassine and other glazed transparent or translucent papers, in rolls or sheets</a>"]
A --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/4807'>4807: Composite paper and paperboard, (made by sticking layers together with an adhesive), not surface-coated or impregnated, whether or not internally reinforced, in rolls or sheets</a>"]
A --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/4808'>4808: Paper and paperboard, corrugated (with or without glued flat surface sheets), creped, crinkled, embossed or perforated, in rolls or sheets other than paper of the kind described in heading 4803</a>"]
A --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/4809'>4809: Carbon paper, self copy paper, and other copying or transfer papers (including coated or impregnated paper for duplicator stencils or offset plates), whether or not printed, in rolls or sheets</a>"]
A --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/4810'>4810: Paper and paperboard, coated one or both sides with kaolin (china clay) or inorganic substances, with binder or not, no other coating, surface coloured or not, surface decorated or printed, in rolls or rectangular (including square) sheets, of any size</a>"]
A --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/4811'>4811: Paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding and webs of cellulose fibres, coated, impregnated, covered, surface-coloured, decorated or printed, rolls or sheets, other than goods of heading no. 4803, 4809, or 4810</a>"]
A --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/4812'>4812: Filter blocks, slabs and plates of paper pulp</a>"]
A --> O["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/4813'>4813: Cigarette paper, whether or not cut to size or in the form of booklets or tubes</a>"]
A --> P["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/4814'>4814: Wallpaper and similar wall coverings; window transparencies of paper</a>"]
A --> Q["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/4817'>4817: Envelopes, letter cards, plain postcards and correspondence cards, of paper, paperboard; boxes, pouches, wallets and writing compendiums, of paper or paperboard containing assortment of paper stationery</a>"]
A --> R["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/4818'>4818: Toilet paper, width 36cm or less or cut to size/shape; handkerchiefs, tissues, towels, serviettes, bed sheets and similar household or hospital articles, apparel and clothing accessories of paper pulp, paper, cellulose wadding or webs of cellulose fibres</a>"]
A --> S["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/4819'>4819: Cartons, boxes, cases, bags and the like, of paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding or fibres; box files, letter trays and the like, of paper or paperboard, of a kind used in offices, shops or the like</a>"]
A --> T["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/4820'>4820: Registers, account books, diaries and similar; albums for samples or collections, of paper or paperboard</a>"]
A --> U["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/4821'>4821: Paper or paperboard labels of all kinds, whether or not printed</a>"]
A --> V["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/4822'>4822: Bobbins, spools, cops and similar supports of paper pulp, paper or paperboard (whether or not perforated or hardened)</a>"]
A --> W["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/4823'>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 --> X["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/481620'>481620: Paper; self-copy paper (other than those of heading no. 4809), whether or not put up in boxes</a>"]
B --> Y["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/481690'>481690: Paper; carbon paper and other copying or transfer papers (other than those of heading no. 4809), n.e.c. in item no. 4816.20</a>"]


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