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

HS v2022 Code: 4823

Chapter	Heading	Sub-heading
48	23	n/a

Code	4823
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: 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

Child Codes: Paper pulp; moulded or pressed articles or paper pulp; Paper and paperboard; filter paper and paperboard; Paper and paperboard; rolls, sheets and dials, printed for self-recording apparatus; Paper pulp, paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding or webs of cellulose fibres; articles n.e.c. in heading no. 4823; Paper and paperboard; trays, dishes, plates, cups and the like, of paper or paperboard other than of bamboo; Paper and paperboard; trays, dishes, plates, cups and the like, of bamboo paper or paperboard

Sibling Codes (Nearest 5): Newsprint, in rolls or sheets; 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; 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; Uncoated kraft paper and paperboard, in rolls or sheets, other than that of heading no. 4802 or 4803; Uncoated paper and paperboard n.e.c., in rolls or sheets

About 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

HS code 4823 covers a diverse range of paper and paper-based products that are essential for various industries and everyday life. This industry plays a crucial role in the global economy, providing materials for packaging, printing, writing, and a wide array of other applications. The products under this code are fundamental to the supply chains of numerous sectors, making it a vital component of the broader manufacturing and trade landscape.

Production process

The production of the items classified under HS code 4823 typically involves a combination of mechanical and chemical processes. The primary raw materials, such as wood pulp, cellulose fibers, and recycled paper, are processed through a series of steps that may include pulping, refining, bleaching, and forming into the desired paper or paperboard products. Specialized machinery, such as paper machines and cutting equipment, is used to shape and cut the materials to the required size and specifications.

Production inputs

The main inputs for the production of goods under HS code 4823 include 4701 Mechanical wood pulp, 4702 Chemical wood pulp, dissolving grades, 4703 Chemical wood pulp, soda or sulphate, other than dissolving grades, 4704 Chemical wood pulp, sulphite, other than dissolving grades, and various types of recycled paper and paperboard. Additionally, the industry relies on specialized machinery, such as paper machines, cutting and shaping equipment, and various chemicals for processing and finishing the products.

Production outputs

The main outputs of the industry covered by HS code 4823 include a wide range of paper and paperboard products, such as 4823.20 Filter paper and paperboard, 4823.40 Rolls, sheets and dials, printed for self-recording apparatus, 4823.61 Trays, dishes, plates, cups and the like, of paper or paperboard, and 4823.90 Other articles of paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding or webs of cellulose fibres. These products are then consumed by various industries, including 4901 Printed books, brochures, leaflets and similar printed matter, 4902 Newspapers, journals and periodicals, whether or not illustrated or containing advertising material, and 4911 Other printed matter, including printed pictures and photographs, among others.

Family tree for 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

    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/v2022/4823'>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>"]

    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/v2022/4821'>4821: Paper or paperboard labels of all kinds, whether or not printed</a>"]
A --> W["<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>"]

    B --> X["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/482320'>482320: Paper and paperboard; filter paper and paperboard</a>"]
B --> Y["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/482340'>482340: Paper and paperboard; rolls, sheets and dials, printed for self-recording apparatus</a>"]
B --> Z["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/482361'>482361: Paper and paperboard; trays, dishes, plates, cups and the like, of bamboo paper or paperboard</a>"]
B --> BA["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/482369'>482369: Paper and paperboard; trays, dishes, plates, cups and the like, of paper or paperboard other than of bamboo</a>"]
B --> BB["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/482370'>482370: Paper pulp; moulded or pressed articles or paper pulp</a>"]
B --> BC["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/482390'>482390: Paper pulp, paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding or webs of cellulose fibres; articles n.e.c. in heading no. 4823</a>"]


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