Paper or paperboard labels of all kinds, whether or not printed

HS v2022 Code: 4821

About paper or paperboard labels of all kinds, whether or not printed

HS code 4821 covers the production and trade of paper or paperboard labels of all kinds, whether or not printed. This industry plays a crucial role in the global supply chain, providing essential labeling solutions for a wide range of products across various industries. The demand for these labels is driven by the need for effective product identification, branding, and traceability, making it an integral part of the broader packaging and logistics sectors.

Production process

The production of paper or paperboard labels typically involves a multi-step process. First, the raw materials, such as paper or paperboard, are selected and prepared. These materials may undergo various treatments, such as coating or printing, to enhance their durability, appearance, or functionality. The labels are then cut, shaped, and finished according to the specific requirements of the end-user. Automated machinery and specialized printing techniques are often employed to ensure consistent quality and efficient mass production.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of paper or paperboard labels include paper or paperboard stock, printing inks, adhesives, and specialized machinery. The quality and characteristics of the raw materials, such as the weight, texture, and finish of the paper or paperboard, can significantly impact the final product. Additionally, the availability and cost of these inputs can influence the overall competitiveness of the industry.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS code 4821 is the production of paper or paperboard labels, which are then consumed by a wide range of industries. These labels are used for product identification, branding, and traceability in sectors such as 4202 Trunks, suitcases, vanity cases, executive-cases, briefcases, school satchels, spectacle cases, binocular cases, camera cases, musical instrument cases, gun cases, holsters and similar containers; travel bags, insulated food or beverage bags, toilet bags, rucksacks, handbags, shopping bags, wallets, purses, map-cases, cigarette-cases, tobacco-pouches, tool bags, sports bags, bottle-cases, jewelry boxes, powder-boxes, cutlery cases and similar containers, of leather or of composition leather, of sheeting of plastics, of textile materials, of vulcanized fiber or of paperboard, or wholly or mainly covered with such materials or with paper, 8708 Parts and accessories of motor vehicles, and 2106 Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included.

Family tree for paper or paperboard labels of all kinds, whether or not printed

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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/v2022/4821'>4821: Paper or paperboard labels of all kinds, whether or not printed</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/v2022/4816'>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 --> R["<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 --> S["<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 --> T["<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 --> U["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/4820'>4820: Registers, account books, diaries and similar; albums for samples or collections, of paper or paperboard</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/v2022/482110'>482110: Paper and paperboard; labels or all kinds, printed</a>"]
B --> Y["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/482190'>482190: Paper and paperboard; labels of all kinds, unprinted</a>"]


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