HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 4802.55 – Uncoated paper and paperboard (not 4801 or 4803); printing, writing or graphic, 10% or less by weight of mechanical or chemi-mechanical processed fibre, weighing 40g/m2 to 150g/m2, in rolls
HS code 4802.55 is the 6-digit subheading for uncoated paper and paperboard (not 4801 or 4803), printing, writing or graphic, 10% or less by weight of mechanical or chemi-mechanical processed fibre, weighing 40g/m2 to 150g/m2, in rolls. It is used for uncoated woodfree (UCWF) paper in rolls, offset printing paper rolls, book paper rolls, continuous form paper rolls and laser printer paper rolls (industrial).
What HS 4802.55 covers
This category encompasses uncoated paper and paperboard for printing, writing, or graphic purposes, containing 10% or less mechanical or chemi-mechanical processed fiber, with a grammage between 40g/m2 and 150g/m2, supplied in rolls. This is a high-volume commodity, forming the backbone of many commercial printing operations, including books, magazines, and continuous forms. Major paper mills export these large rolls to commercial printers, publishers, and converters globally. Key considerations for trade include brightness, opacity, runnability on high-speed presses, and surface characteristics for optimal ink absorption. The demand is influenced by publishing trends and advertising needs. Compliance with sustainability regulations like EUDR and EUTR is increasingly vital for market access and responsible sourcing.
- Covers
- Uncoated woodfree (UCWF) paper in rolls
- Offset printing paper rolls
- Book paper rolls
- Continuous form paper rolls
- Laser printer paper rolls (industrial)
- Copy paper rolls.
- Examples
- Mondi Maestro Print (rolls)
- International Paper Hammermill (industrial rolls)
- Stora Enso uncoated fine paper
- Domtar EarthChoice Office Paper (rolls).
Codes often confused with 4802.55
Common mistake. Often confused with 4802.56 or 4802.57, which cover similar paper but in sheets, or 4802.61 if the mechanical pulp content exceeds 10%. The 'in rolls' and specific grammage are key distinguishing factors.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 480255, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 480255 in UN Comtrade data was Indonesia, with 11% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 12% 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 Indonesia $457M 11% of world exports
- 2 Germany $351M 8.7% of world exports
- 3 China $343M 8.5% of world exports
World total: $4.0B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $567M 12% of world imports
- 2 Türkiye $401M 8.7% of world imports
- 3 Germany $299M 6.5% of world imports
World total: $4.6B 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 that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. 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 4802.55 4
Brazil splits HS 4802.55 into 4 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 4802.55.10 Woodfree paper 40–150 g/m², rolls up to 15 cmDe largura não superior a 15 cm
- 4802.55.9 OtherOutros Group
- 4802.55.91 Woodfree drawing paper 40–150 g/m², in rollsDe desenho
- 4802.55.92 Woodfree kraft paper 40–150 g/m², in rollsKraft
- 4802.55.99 Other woodfree paper 40–150 g/m², in rollsOutros
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 48.02 →
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 4802.55
What is HS code 480255?
HS code 480255 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Uncoated paper and paperboard (not 4801 or 4803); printing, writing or graphic, 10% or less by weight of mechanical or chemi-mechanical processed fibre, weighing 40g/m2 to 150g/m2, in rolls. This category encompasses uncoated paper and paperboard for printing, writing, or graphic purposes, containing 10% or less mechanical or chemi-mechanical processed fiber, with a grammage between 40g/m2 and 150g/m2, supplied in rolls. This is a high-volume commodity, forming the backbone of many commercial printing operations, including books, magazines, and continuous forms. Major paper mills export these large rolls to commercial printers, publishers, and converters globally. Key considerations for trade include brightness, opacity, runnability on high-speed presses, and surface characteristics for optimal ink absorption. The demand is influenced by publishing trends and advertising needs. Compliance with sustainability regulations like EUDR and EUTR is increasingly vital for market access and responsible sourcing.
What products fall under HS code 480255?
Uncoated woodfree (UCWF) paper in rolls, offset printing paper rolls, book paper rolls, continuous form paper rolls, laser printer paper rolls (industrial), copy paper rolls.
What are common misclassifications for HS code 480255?
Often confused with 4802.56 or 4802.57, which cover similar paper but in sheets, or 4802.61 if the mechanical pulp content exceeds 10%. The 'in rolls' and specific grammage are key distinguishing factors.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 480255?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 480255 in UN Comtrade data were Indonesia ($457M, 11% of world exports), Germany ($351M) and China ($343M). World exports came to about $4.0B, 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.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 480255?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 480255 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($567M, 12% of world imports), Türkiye ($401M) and Germany ($299M). World imports came to about $4.6B, 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.
How is HS code 480255 structured?
HS code 480255 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (48) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (02) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (55) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 480255?
Brazil splits HS code 480255 into 4 NCM codes: 4802.55.10 (Woodfree paper 40–150 g/m², rolls up to 15 cm), 4802.55.91 (Woodfree drawing paper 40–150 g/m², in rolls), 4802.55.92 (Woodfree kraft paper 40–150 g/m², in rolls), 4802.55.99 (Other woodfree paper 40–150 g/m², in rolls). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.