About HS Code 480524
This HS code covers uncoated testliner, a type of recycled linerboard, with a basis weight of 150 grams per square meter or less, supplied in rolls or sheets. Testliner forms the outer layers of corrugated cardboard, providing strength, printability, and protection for packaged goods. Its trade is integral to the global packaging industry, especially for sustainable and cost-effective solutions. Demand is high in countries with extensive manufacturing, e-commerce, and logistics operations that rely heavily on corrugated packaging. Exporters are typically nations with robust paper recycling infrastructure and large-scale paper mills capable of producing high volumes of recycled paperboard. The EUDR and EUTR context emphasizes responsible sourcing of wood fibers, even for recycled products, ensuring supply chain transparency.
Products Under This Code
Lightweight testliner, recycled linerboard (light), corrugated board facing (light), containerboard (light), recycled kraftliner (light), greyboard liner
Real World Examples
Smurfit Kappa Testliner 2, DS Smith Testliner, Mondi ProVantage Testliner, International Paper Testliner
Common Misclassification
Often confused with heavier testliner (480525) if the basis weight is not precisely known, or with virgin kraftliner (480411-480419) if the recycled content isn't specified.
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 4805.24
Industry
This code belongs to the Paper & Printing industry.
Trade Overview
Germany, the USA, and China are significant importers, while Germany, France, and the USA are major exporters.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 480524?
HS code 480524 covers: Paper & paperboard; uncoated, testliner (recycled linerboard), weight 150g/m2, or less, in rolls or sheets. This HS code covers uncoated testliner, a type of recycled linerboard, with a basis weight of 150 grams per square meter or less, supplied in rolls or sheets. Testliner forms the outer layers of corrugated cardboard, providing strength, printability, and protection for packaged goods. Its trade is integral to the global packaging industry, especially for sustainable and cost-effective solutions. Demand is high in countries with extensive manufacturing, e-commerce, and logistics operations that rely heavily on corrugated packaging. Exporters are typically nations with robust paper recycling infrastructure and large-scale paper mills capable of producing high volumes of recycled paperboard. The EUDR and EUTR context emphasizes responsible sourcing of wood fibers, even for recycled products, ensuring supply chain transparency.
What products fall under HS code 480524?
Lightweight testliner, recycled linerboard (light), corrugated board facing (light), containerboard (light), recycled kraftliner (light), greyboard liner
What are common misclassifications for HS code 480524?
Often confused with heavier testliner (480525) if the basis weight is not precisely known, or with virgin kraftliner (480411-480419) if the recycled content isn't specified.
How is HS code 480524 structured?
HS code 480524 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (48) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (05) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (24) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.