Paper articles; toilet paper

HS v2022 Code: 481810

About paper articles; toilet paper

HS code 481810 covers a wide range of paper-based products, primarily focused on toilet paper. This industry plays a crucial role in the broader economy, providing essential personal hygiene and sanitation products to consumers and businesses alike. As a highly versatile and widely-used commodity, toilet paper and related paper articles are in constant demand, making this industry a significant contributor to global trade and economic activity.

Production process

The production of toilet paper and other paper articles under HS code 481810 typically involves a multi-step process. First, raw materials such as wood pulp, recycled paper, or other cellulose-based fibers are processed and refined into a pulp. This pulp is then formed into thin sheets or rolls, which are then cut, perforated, and packaged to create the final consumer products.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of goods under HS code 481810 include wood pulp, recycled paper, and other cellulose-based materials. Additionally, the industry relies on specialized machinery and equipment for the pulping, forming, and packaging processes. Energy sources, such as electricity or natural gas, are also essential for powering the production facilities.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the industry covered by HS code 481810 are toilet paper, facial tissues, paper towels, and other related paper-based articles. These products are widely consumed by households, commercial establishments, and various 481100 Paper and paperboard, 481200 Corrugated paper and paperboard, and 481400 Wallpaper industries.

Revisions to 481810

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 481810. The most recent 1 version of this code (481810) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 481810.

Family tree for paper articles; toilet paper

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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/v2022/4818'>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>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/481810'>481810: Paper articles; toilet paper</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/481820'>481820: Paper articles; handkerchiefs, cleansing or facial tissues and towels</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/481830'>481830: Paper articles; tablecloths and serviettes, of paper, cellulose wadding or fibres</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/481850'>481850: Paper articles; apparel and clothing accessories of paper, cellulose wadding or fibres</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/481890'>481890: Paper articles; articles of paper, cellulose wadding or fibres, n.e.c. in heading no. 4818</a>"]

    

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