About HS Code 480429
This HS code covers uncoated, bleached sack kraft paper, supplied in rolls or sheets, excluding those of headings 4802 or 4803. Similar to its unbleached counterpart, this paper is specifically designed for manufacturing industrial sacks and bags, but it undergoes a bleaching process to achieve a lighter, often white, appearance. This makes it suitable for packaging applications where both high strength and a clean, printable surface are required, such as for premium food products, specialty chemicals, or retail-ready bulk goods. International trade in bleached sack kraft paper is driven by industries demanding strong yet aesthetically pleasing packaging. Importers are typically manufacturers of multi-wall paper sacks and specialty bags, while exporters are nations with advanced pulp and paper industries. Key properties include high tensile strength, printability, and tear resistance. Compliance with environmental standards, including EUDR and EUTR, is crucial for market access and sustainable sourcing.
Products Under This Code
Bleached sack kraft paper, white cement bag paper, premium flour sack paper, specialty chemical bag paper, retail-ready sack paper, high-strength bleached paper, multi-wall bleached bag paper
Real World Examples
BillerudKorsnäs White Sack Kraft, Mondi Advantage White Kraft, Stora Enso Bleached Sack Kraft, WestRock Bleached Sack Kraft
Common Misclassification
This code is often confused with 480421 (unbleached sack kraft paper) or other bleached kraft papers (e.g., 480439). The key differentiator is its 'bleached' state combined with its specific 'sack kraft paper' properties for bag manufacturing.
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 4804.29
Industry
This code belongs to the Paper & Printing industry.
Trade Overview
The United States, Germany, and Japan are significant importers, while Sweden, Finland, and the United States are major exporters of bleached sack kraft paper.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 480429?
HS code 480429 covers: Kraft paper and paperboard; sack kraft paper, uncoated, bleached, in rolls or sheets, other than that of heading no. 4802 or 4803. This HS code covers uncoated, bleached sack kraft paper, supplied in rolls or sheets, excluding those of headings 4802 or 4803. Similar to its unbleached counterpart, this paper is specifically designed for manufacturing industrial sacks and bags, but it undergoes a bleaching process to achieve a lighter, often white, appearance. This makes it suitable for packaging applications where both high strength and a clean, printable surface are required, such as for premium food products, specialty chemicals, or retail-ready bulk goods. International trade in bleached sack kraft paper is driven by industries demanding strong yet aesthetically pleasing packaging. Importers are typically manufacturers of multi-wall paper sacks and specialty bags, while exporters are nations with advanced pulp and paper industries. Key properties include high tensile strength, printability, and tear resistance. Compliance with environmental standards, including EUDR and EUTR, is crucial for market access and sustainable sourcing.
What products fall under HS code 480429?
Bleached sack kraft paper, white cement bag paper, premium flour sack paper, specialty chemical bag paper, retail-ready sack paper, high-strength bleached paper, multi-wall bleached bag paper
What are common misclassifications for HS code 480429?
This code is often confused with 480421 (unbleached sack kraft paper) or other bleached kraft papers (e.g., 480439). The key differentiator is its 'bleached' state combined with its specific 'sack kraft paper' properties for bag manufacturing.
How is HS code 480429 structured?
HS code 480429 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 (29) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.