Paper & Stationery HS Codes (Chapters 47, 48 & 49)
Paper & Stationery HS Codes help exporters and importers classify paper products, notebooks, stationery items, packaging materials, books, and printed materials for international trade. This guide covers Chapters 47, 48, and 49 and provides an overview of common HS code categories used for customs clearance, export documentation, and global shipping.
Chapter 47 – Pulp of Wood and Recovered Paper
Products covered:
➜ Wood pulp
➜ Chemical wood pulp
➜ Mechanical wood pulp
➜ Recovered waste paper
➜ Paper recycling materials
➜ Pulp manufacturing raw materials
Common Uses
➜ Paper manufacturing
➜ Packaging production
➜ Tissue production
➜ Recycling industry
Chapter 48 – Paper, Paperboard and Articles Thereof
Most commonly used chapter for stationery and paper-based products.
Paper Products
➜ Copy paper
➜ Printing paper
➜ Writing paper
➜ Kraft paper
➜ Tissue pape
➜ Carbon paper
Packaging Materials
➜ Cartons
➜ Corrugated boxes
➜ Paper bags
➜ Paper packaging materials
Office & School Stationery
➜ Exercise books
➜ Notebooks
➜ Registers
➜ Drawing books
➜ File covers
➜ Folders
➜ Diaries
Disposable Paper Products
➜ Paper napkins
➜ Paper towels
➜ Paper tablecloths
➜ Disposable paper items
Popular HS Code Groups
| HS Code | Product Category |
|---|---|
| 4802 | Writing, printing and copy paper |
| 4803 | Tissue and towel paper |
| 4811 | Coated paper and paperboard |
| 4817 | Envelopes and stationery articles |
| 4818 | Toilet and household paper products |
| 4820 | Registers, notebooks and exercise books |
| 4821 | Paper labels |
| 4823 | Other paper articles |
Chapter 49 – Printed Books and Printed Matter
Products covered under Chapter 49 include:
➜ Books
âžœ Children’s books
➜ Educational books
➜ Newspapers
➜ Magazines
➜ Printed pictures
➜ Maps
➜ Calendars
âžœPrinted promotional materials
Common Uses
➜ Publishing
➜ Education
âžœMarketing materials
âžœCommercial printing
Need Help Finding the Correct HS Code?
HS classification can vary depending on product composition, intended use, and country-specific customs requirements.
If you’re unsure about the correct HS code for your product, contact AAA Impex for assistance with:
- HS Code identification
- Export documentation
- Customs clearance support
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- International trade guidance
Related Resource
If you are exporting books, notebooks, educational supplies, or school stationery products, read our guide on shipping educational materials internationally. The article covers packaging considerations, documentation requirements, and export logistics for educational products.
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