HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 4805.93 – Paper and paperboard; uncoated, weight 225/m2 or more, in rolls or sheets, n.e.c. in heading no. 4805
HS code 4805.93 is the 6-digit subheading for paper and paperboard, uncoated, weight 225/m2 or more, in rolls or sheets, n.e.c. in heading no. 4805. It is used for heavy-duty corrugated medium, solid bleached sulfate (SBS) board (uncoated), industrial core stock, gypsum board liner and heavy-duty boxboard.
What HS 4805.93 covers
HS 480593 covers uncoated paper and paperboard, weighing 225 g/m² or more, traded in rolls or sheets, and not specified elsewhere in heading 4805. This category includes heavy-duty paper and paperboard, characterized by their high strength, stiffness, and bulk. They are indispensable for robust packaging, construction, and industrial applications where structural integrity and durability are paramount. Importers and exporters are typically large-scale industrial suppliers, packaging manufacturers, and construction material providers. China, the USA, Germany, and Brazil are major players in the production and trade of these heavy paper and paperboard products, reflecting their critical role in global manufacturing and infrastructure development.
- Covers
- Heavy-duty corrugated medium
- Solid bleached sulfate (SBS) board (uncoated)
- Industrial core stock
- Gypsum board liner
- Heavy-duty boxboard
- Display stand material
- Furniture backing board
- Examples
- International Paper Containerboard
- Smurfit Kappa Heavy Duty Board
- Graphic Packaging International Uncoated Board
Codes often confused with 4805.93
Common mistake. Often confused with lighter boards (480592) if the weight is borderline, or with specific types like felt paper (480550) if its end-use is similar but not explicitly defined.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 480593, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 480593 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 15% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the Netherlands, with 8.7% 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 China $233M 15% of world exports
- 2 Italy $228M 15% of world exports
- 3 Germany $170M 11% of world exports
World total: $1.5B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Netherlands $134M 8.7% of world imports
- 2 United States $127M 8.3% of world imports
- 3 Germany $115M 7.5% of world imports
World total: $1.5B 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 4805.93
Brazil does not split HS 4805.93: its NCM code is 4805.93.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 48.05 →
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 4805.93
What is HS code 480593?
HS code 480593 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Paper and paperboard; uncoated, weight 225/m2 or more, in rolls or sheets, n.e.c. in heading no. 4805. HS 480593 covers uncoated paper and paperboard, weighing 225 g/m² or more, traded in rolls or sheets, and not specified elsewhere in heading 4805. This category includes heavy-duty paper and paperboard, characterized by their high strength, stiffness, and bulk. They are indispensable for robust packaging, construction, and industrial applications where structural integrity and durability are paramount. Importers and exporters are typically large-scale industrial suppliers, packaging manufacturers, and construction material providers. China, the USA, Germany, and Brazil are major players in the production and trade of these heavy paper and paperboard products, reflecting their critical role in global manufacturing and infrastructure development.
What products fall under HS code 480593?
Heavy-duty corrugated medium, solid bleached sulfate (SBS) board (uncoated), industrial core stock, gypsum board liner, heavy-duty boxboard, display stand material, furniture backing board
What are common misclassifications for HS code 480593?
Often confused with lighter boards (480592) if the weight is borderline, or with specific types like felt paper (480550) if its end-use is similar but not explicitly defined.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 480593?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 480593 in UN Comtrade data were China ($233M, 15% of world exports), Italy ($228M) and Germany ($170M). World exports came to about $1.5B, 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 480593?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 480593 in UN Comtrade data were the Netherlands ($134M, 8.7% of world imports), the United States ($127M) and Germany ($115M). World imports came to about $1.5B, 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 480593 structured?
HS code 480593 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 (93) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 480593?
In Brazil, HS code 480593 is NCM 4805.93.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.