HS code · 6-digit subheading

HS Code 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)

HS code 4802.62 is the 6-digit subheading for 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). It is used for A4 copy paper, A3 printer paper, small format offset printing paper, notepad paper and school exercise book paper.

What HS 4802.62 covers

This HS code covers uncoated paper and paperboard, specifically those containing over 10% by weight of mechanical or chemi-mechanical processed fiber, and cut into small sheets (435mm x 297mm or less). These dimensions are typical for standard office paper sizes like A4 or A3. In international trade, this category is crucial for the stationery, printing, and office supply industries. Major importers are often countries with large service sectors and educational institutions, requiring vast quantities of paper for daily operations. Exporters typically include nations with significant pulp and paper manufacturing capabilities, such as those in Northern Europe and North America. Key things to know include the importance of brightness, opacity, and smoothness for printing quality, as well as the environmental certifications (like FSC or PEFC) that are increasingly demanded by buyers due to regulations like EUDR and EUTR. The mechanical pulp content often makes this paper more economical but potentially less durable than purely chemical pulp papers.

Covers
  • A4 copy paper
  • A3 printer paper
  • Small format offset printing paper
  • Notepad paper
  • School exercise book paper
  • Flyer stock
  • Brochure paper
Examples
  • Navigator A4 Paper
  • HP Everyday Printing Paper
  • Double A A4
  • Mondi Rotatrim A4

Codes often confused with 4802.62

Common mistake. This code is often confused with 480269, which covers similar paper but in larger sheets or rolls, and 48025x codes for uncoated paper with less or no mechanical pulp. The key differentiator is the sheet size and the minimum 10% mechanical fiber content.

4802.69Uncoated 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)

Top exporters and importers of HS code 480262, 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 480262 in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 44% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, with 20% 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. 1 Germany $78M
  2. 2 China $48M
  3. 3 United States $9.3M

World total: $179M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 China $51M
  2. 2 Saudi Arabia $31M
  3. 3 United Kingdom $21M

World total: $255M 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 4802.62 4

Brazil splits HS 4802.62 into 4 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.

  1. 4802.62.10 Paper over 10% mech. fibre, sheets up to 360 mmEm que nenhum lado exceda 360 mm, quando não dobradas
  2. 4802.62.9 OtherOutros Group
  3. 4802.62.91 Small sheets, max 57 g/m², min 65% mech. woodDe 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 madeira obtidas por processo mecânico
  4. 4802.62.92 Kraft paper over 10% mech. fibre, small sheetsKraft
  5. 4802.62.99 Other paper over 10% mech. fibre, small sheetsOutros

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 4802.62

What is HS code 480262?

HS code 480262 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: 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). This HS code covers uncoated paper and paperboard, specifically those containing over 10% by weight of mechanical or chemi-mechanical processed fiber, and cut into small sheets (435mm x 297mm or less). These dimensions are typical for standard office paper sizes like A4 or A3. In international trade, this category is crucial for the stationery, printing, and office supply industries. Major importers are often countries with large service sectors and educational institutions, requiring vast quantities of paper for daily operations. Exporters typically include nations with significant pulp and paper manufacturing capabilities, such as those in Northern Europe and North America. Key things to know include the importance of brightness, opacity, and smoothness for printing quality, as well as the environmental certifications (like FSC or PEFC) that are increasingly demanded by buyers due to regulations like EUDR and EUTR. The mechanical pulp content often makes this paper more economical but potentially less durable than purely chemical pulp papers.

What products fall under HS code 480262?

A4 copy paper, A3 printer paper, small format offset printing paper, notepad paper, school exercise book paper, flyer stock, brochure paper

What are common misclassifications for HS code 480262?

This code is often confused with 480269, which covers similar paper but in larger sheets or rolls, and 48025x codes for uncoated paper with less or no mechanical pulp. The key differentiator is the sheet size and the minimum 10% mechanical fiber content.

Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 480262?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 480262 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($78M, 44% of world exports), China ($48M) and the United States ($9.3M). World exports came to about $179M, 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 480262?

In 2025, the top importers of HS code 480262 in UN Comtrade data were China ($51M, 20% of world imports), Saudi Arabia ($31M) and the United Kingdom ($21M). World imports came to about $255M, 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 480262 structured?

HS code 480262 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 (62) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.

What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 480262?

Brazil splits HS code 480262 into 4 NCM codes: 4802.62.10 (Paper over 10% mech. fibre, sheets up to 360 mm), 4802.62.91 (Small sheets, max 57 g/m², min 65% mech. wood), 4802.62.92 (Kraft paper over 10% mech. fibre, small sheets), 4802.62.99 (Other paper over 10% mech. fibre, small sheets). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.