HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 4804.19 – Kraft paper and paperboard; kraftliner, uncoated, bleached, in rolls or sheets, other than that of heading no. 4802 or 4803
HS code 4804.19 is the 6-digit subheading for kraft paper and paperboard, kraftliner, uncoated, bleached, in rolls or sheets, other than that of heading no. 4802 or 4803. It is used for bleached kraftliner rolls, white top kraftliner, premium corrugated board liner, food packaging paperboard and display packaging material.
What HS 4804.19 covers
This HS code covers uncoated, bleached kraftliner, supplied in rolls or sheets, excluding those of headings 4802 or 4803. Bleached kraftliner is a high-strength paperboard, similar to its unbleached counterpart, but it undergoes a bleaching process to achieve a lighter, often white, appearance. This makes it suitable for packaging applications where both strength and a clean, printable surface are desired, such as consumer goods packaging or display-ready boxes. International trade in bleached kraftliner is driven by industries requiring premium packaging solutions. Importers are typically packaging converters and brand owners in consumer markets, while exporters are countries with advanced pulp and paper industries capable of producing high-quality bleached pulp. Critical factors include brightness, printability, and strength properties. Compliance with environmental standards, including EUDR and EUTR, is paramount for market access and demonstrating sustainable sourcing practices.
- Covers
- Bleached kraftliner rolls
- White top kraftliner
- Premium corrugated board liner
- Food packaging paperboard
- Display packaging material
- High-graphic packaging liner
- Coated white top kraftliner (if uncoated on reverse)
- Examples
- BillerudKorsnäs White Top Kraftliner
- Stora Enso AvantForte WhiteTop
- International Paper Bleached Containerboard
- WestRock Bleached Kraftliner
Codes often confused with 4804.19
Common mistake. This code is frequently confused with 480411 (unbleached kraftliner) or other bleached kraft papers (e.g., 480439). The key is its 'bleached' state and its specific identity as 'kraftliner' for corrugated board applications.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 480419, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 480419 in UN Comtrade data was Sweden, with 37% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 16% 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 Sweden $592M 37% of world exports
- 2 Canada $249M 15% of world exports
- 3 United States $165M 10% of world exports
World total: $1.6B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $317M 16% of world imports
- 2 Germany $180M 9.2% of world imports
- 3 Italy $159M 8.1% of world imports
World total: $2.0B 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 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 code for 4804.19
Brazil does not split HS 4804.19: its NCM code is 4804.19.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 48.04 →
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 4804.19
What is HS code 480419?
HS code 480419 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Kraft paper and paperboard; kraftliner, uncoated, bleached, in rolls or sheets, other than that of heading no. 4802 or 4803. This HS code covers uncoated, bleached kraftliner, supplied in rolls or sheets, excluding those of headings 4802 or 4803. Bleached kraftliner is a high-strength paperboard, similar to its unbleached counterpart, but it undergoes a bleaching process to achieve a lighter, often white, appearance. This makes it suitable for packaging applications where both strength and a clean, printable surface are desired, such as consumer goods packaging or display-ready boxes. International trade in bleached kraftliner is driven by industries requiring premium packaging solutions. Importers are typically packaging converters and brand owners in consumer markets, while exporters are countries with advanced pulp and paper industries capable of producing high-quality bleached pulp. Critical factors include brightness, printability, and strength properties. Compliance with environmental standards, including EUDR and EUTR, is paramount for market access and demonstrating sustainable sourcing practices.
What products fall under HS code 480419?
Bleached kraftliner rolls, white top kraftliner, premium corrugated board liner, food packaging paperboard, display packaging material, high-graphic packaging liner, coated white top kraftliner (if uncoated on reverse)
What are common misclassifications for HS code 480419?
This code is frequently confused with 480411 (unbleached kraftliner) or other bleached kraft papers (e.g., 480439). The key is its 'bleached' state and its specific identity as 'kraftliner' for corrugated board applications.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 480419?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 480419 in UN Comtrade data were Sweden ($592M, 37% of world exports), Canada ($249M) and the United States ($165M). World exports came to about $1.6B, 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 480419?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 480419 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($317M, 16% of world imports), Germany ($180M) and Italy ($159M). World imports came to about $2.0B, 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 480419 structured?
HS code 480419 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (48) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (04) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (19) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 480419?
In Brazil, HS code 480419 is NCM 4804.19.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.