HS Code Subheading

Uncoated paper and paperboard (not 4801 or 4803); printing, writing or graphic, 10% or less by weight of mechanical or chemi-mechanical processed fibre, weight 40-150g/m2, n.e.c. in item no. 4802.55 or 4802.56

4802.57 Subheading
Section X — Pulp of wood or of other fibrous cellulosic material; recovered (waste and scrap) paper or paperboard; paper and paperboard and articles thereof

About HS Code 480257

This 'not elsewhere specified' category covers uncoated paper and paperboard for printing, writing, or graphic purposes, with 10% or less mechanical or chemi-mechanical processed fiber, and a grammage between 40g/m2 and 150g/m2, that is not in rolls (4802.55) and not in small sheets (4802.56). This typically refers to larger format sheets used for commercial printing, posters, brochures, and other applications requiring custom or larger sheet sizes than standard office paper. Trade involves paper mills supplying specialized printers, graphic design firms, and print service providers. Key considerations include printability, dimensional stability for large formats, and suitability for various finishing processes. Sustainable sourcing practices, adhering to regulations like EUDR and EUTR, are increasingly important for market competitiveness.

Products Under This Code

Large format offset printing sheets, poster paper sheets, brochure paper sheets, custom-cut graphic paper, art print paper sheets, digital printing sheets (large format).

Real World Examples

Sappi McCoy Digital (larger sheets), Domtar Lynx Opaque Ultra (larger sheets), Mohawk Superfine (in larger sheets), International Paper Accent Opaque (larger sheets).

Common Misclassification

This is a residual category for sheets of specific grammage and mechanical pulp content that don't fit 4802.55 (rolls) or 4802.56 (small sheets). Confusion arises if sheet size isn't precisely measured or declared.

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.

Products Classified Under 4802.57

Printing paper sheetsWriting paper sheets

Related Codes

4802.10 Hand-made paper or paperboard 4802.20 Uncoated paper and paperboard (not 4801 or 4803); of a kind used as a base for photo-sensitive, heat-sensitive or electro-sensitive paper or paperboard, in rolls or sheets 4802.40 Uncoated paper and paperboard (not 4801 or 4803); wallpaper base, in rolls or sheets 4802.54 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 less than 40g/m2, in rolls or sheets 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 4802.56 Uncoated paper and paperboard (not 4801 or 4803); printing, writing or graphic, 10% or less by weight of mechanical or chemi-mechanical processed fibre, weight 40-150g/m2, in sheets 435mm or less by 297mm or less (unfolded) 4802.58 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 more than 150g/m2 4802.61 Uncoated paper and paperboard (not 4801 or 4803); over 10% by weight of mechanical or chemi-mechanical processed fibre, in rolls 4802.62 Uncoated paper and paperboard (not 4801 or 4803); over 10% by weight of mechanical or chemi-mechanical processed fibre, in sheets 435mm or less by 297mm or less (unfolded) 4802.69 Uncoated paper and paperboard (not 4801 or 4803); over 10% by weight of mechanical or chemi-mechanical processed fibre, other than rolls, other than sheets 435mm or less by 297mm or less (unfolded)

Industry

This code belongs to the Paper & Printing industry.

Trade Overview

Germany, Finland, and the USA are key players in both the production and consumption of these larger format uncoated sheets.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 480257?

HS code 480257 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, weight 40-150g/m2, n.e.c. in item no. 4802.55 or 4802.56. This 'not elsewhere specified' category covers uncoated paper and paperboard for printing, writing, or graphic purposes, with 10% or less mechanical or chemi-mechanical processed fiber, and a grammage between 40g/m2 and 150g/m2, that is not in rolls (4802.55) and not in small sheets (4802.56). This typically refers to larger format sheets used for commercial printing, posters, brochures, and other applications requiring custom or larger sheet sizes than standard office paper. Trade involves paper mills supplying specialized printers, graphic design firms, and print service providers. Key considerations include printability, dimensional stability for large formats, and suitability for various finishing processes. Sustainable sourcing practices, adhering to regulations like EUDR and EUTR, are increasingly important for market competitiveness.

What products fall under HS code 480257?

Large format offset printing sheets, poster paper sheets, brochure paper sheets, custom-cut graphic paper, art print paper sheets, digital printing sheets (large format).

What are common misclassifications for HS code 480257?

This is a residual category for sheets of specific grammage and mechanical pulp content that don't fit 4802.55 (rolls) or 4802.56 (small sheets). Confusion arises if sheet size isn't precisely measured or declared.

How is HS code 480257 structured?

HS code 480257 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 (57) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.