HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 4801.00 – Newsprint; made of fibres obtained essentially by a chemi-mechanical process or of a weight, per m2, of more than 57g but not more than 65g, in rolls or sheets
HS code 4801.00 is the 6-digit subheading for newsprint, made of fibres obtained essentially by a chemi-mechanical process or of a weight, per m2, of more than 57g but not more than 65g, in rolls or sheets. It is used for standard newsprint rolls, lightweight newsprint, colored newsprint, recycled newsprint and bulk paper for tabloids.
What HS 4801.00 covers
This HS code specifically covers newsprint, a low-cost paper primarily used for printing newspapers and other mass-market publications. It's characterized by its composition, often made from a high percentage of mechanical or chemi-mechanical pulp, and a specific weight range (more than 57g but not more than 65g per m2), supplied in large rolls or sheets. International trade in newsprint is significant, driven by the publishing industry's demand for economical paper. Major exporters are countries with vast forest resources and advanced pulp and paper industries, such as Canada and the Nordic countries. Importers include nations with large populations and active print media, like the USA, India, and various EU member states. Key considerations in this trade include pulp prices, logistics for heavy rolls, and increasingly, environmental certifications like EUDR and EUTR due to its forestry origins. The shift towards digital media has impacted demand, but newsprint remains crucial for certain print sectors.
- Covers
- Standard newsprint rolls
- Lightweight newsprint
- Colored newsprint
- Recycled newsprint
- Bulk paper for tabloids
- Rotogravure newsprint.
- Examples
- AbitibiBowater newsprint
- Resolute Forest Products newsprint
- Norske Skog newsprint
- Kruger newsprint.
Codes often confused with 4801.00
Common mistake. This code can be confused with other uncoated papers containing mechanical pulp, such as those under 4802.61, if the specific weight range or the explicit 'newsprint' designation is overlooked. The defining characteristics are its intended use, specific grammage, and fiber composition.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 480100, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 480100 in UN Comtrade data was Canada, with 34% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 14% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Canada $897M 34% of world exports
- 2 Russia* ~$263M 10.0% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 3 France $258M 9.8% of world exports
World total: $2.6B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $421M 14% of world imports
- 2 Germany $359M 12% of world imports
- 3 India $322M 11% of world imports
World total: $3.0B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM codes for 4801.00 3
Brazil splits HS 4801.00 into 3 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 4801.00.20 Newsprint in sheets, no side over 360 mmEm folhas, nas que nenhum lado exceda 360 mm, quando não dobradas
- 4801.00.30 Newsprint max 57 g/m², 65% or more mechanical woodOutros, de peso inferior ou igual a 57 g/m², em que 65 % ou mais, em peso, do conteúdo total de fibras seja constituído por fibras de madeiras obtidas por processo mecânico
- 4801.00.90 Other newsprint, in rolls or sheetsOutros
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 48.01 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
EU Regulatory Requirements
This product category is subject to the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR). Importers must provide due diligence statements proving the product was not produced on deforested land after December 31, 2020.
This product is covered by the EU Timber Regulation (EUTR), requiring operators to exercise due diligence to minimize the risk of placing illegally harvested timber on the EU market.
Questions about HS 4801.00
What is HS code 480100?
HS code 480100 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Newsprint; made of fibres obtained essentially by a chemi-mechanical process or of a weight, per m2, of more than 57g but not more than 65g, in rolls or sheets. This HS code specifically covers newsprint, a low-cost paper primarily used for printing newspapers and other mass-market publications. It's characterized by its composition, often made from a high percentage of mechanical or chemi-mechanical pulp, and a specific weight range (more than 57g but not more than 65g per m2), supplied in large rolls or sheets. International trade in newsprint is significant, driven by the publishing industry's demand for economical paper. Major exporters are countries with vast forest resources and advanced pulp and paper industries, such as Canada and the Nordic countries. Importers include nations with large populations and active print media, like the USA, India, and various EU member states. Key considerations in this trade include pulp prices, logistics for heavy rolls, and increasingly, environmental certifications like EUDR and EUTR due to its forestry origins. The shift towards digital media has impacted demand, but newsprint remains crucial for certain print sectors.
What products fall under HS code 480100?
Standard newsprint rolls, lightweight newsprint, colored newsprint, recycled newsprint, bulk paper for tabloids, rotogravure newsprint.
What are common misclassifications for HS code 480100?
This code can be confused with other uncoated papers containing mechanical pulp, such as those under 4802.61, if the specific weight range or the explicit 'newsprint' designation is overlooked. The defining characteristics are its intended use, specific grammage, and fiber composition.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 480100?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 480100 in UN Comtrade data were Canada ($897M, 34% of world exports), Russia (about $263M) and France ($258M). World exports came to about $2.6B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 480100?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 480100 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($421M, 14% of world imports), Germany ($359M) and India ($322M). World imports came to about $3.0B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
How is HS code 480100 structured?
HS code 480100 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (48) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (01) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (00) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 480100?
Brazil splits HS code 480100 into 3 NCM codes: 4801.00.20 (Newsprint in sheets, no side over 360 mm), 4801.00.30 (Newsprint max 57 g/m², 65% or more mechanical wood), 4801.00.90 (Other newsprint, in rolls or sheets). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.