About HS Code 480840
This category covers creped or crinkled kraft paper and paperboard, traded in rolls or sheets. Kraft paper is renowned for its high tensile strength and tear resistance, making it ideal for demanding applications. The creping or crinkling process further enhances its elasticity, stretchability, and shock absorption properties, which are critical for protective packaging, industrial wrapping, and specialized converting applications. Importers include manufacturers of multi-wall bags, protective packaging, and automotive components, as well as companies requiring strong, flexible wrapping materials. Exporters are typically integrated pulp and paper mills in countries with extensive forest resources. Trade considerations include basis weight, stretch percentage, and compliance with environmental sourcing regulations such as EUDR and EUTR, which are increasingly important for global supply chains, ensuring responsible forestry practices and product traceability.
Products Under This Code
Creped kraft paper for bags, Crinkled kraft paper for wrapping, Embossed creped kraft, Perforated creped kraft, High-stretch kraft paper, Industrial creped kraft, Kraft paper for automotive masking
Real World Examples
BillerudKorsnäs (kraft paper solutions), Mondi Group (specialty kraft paper), International Paper (packaging kraft), Smurfit Kappa (industrial papers)
Common Misclassification
This code can be confused with plain kraft paper under 4804 if the creping/crinkling feature is overlooked, or with other creped papers under 4803 if not specifically kraft.
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 4808.40
Industry
This code belongs to the Paper & Printing industry.
Trade Overview
Major importers include the USA, Germany, and Mexico, with Sweden, Finland, and Canada being leading exporters.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 480840?
HS code 480840 covers: Paper and paperboard; kraft paper, creped or crinkled, whether or not embossed or perforated, in rolls or sheets, other than paper of heading 4803. This category covers creped or crinkled kraft paper and paperboard, traded in rolls or sheets. Kraft paper is renowned for its high tensile strength and tear resistance, making it ideal for demanding applications. The creping or crinkling process further enhances its elasticity, stretchability, and shock absorption properties, which are critical for protective packaging, industrial wrapping, and specialized converting applications. Importers include manufacturers of multi-wall bags, protective packaging, and automotive components, as well as companies requiring strong, flexible wrapping materials. Exporters are typically integrated pulp and paper mills in countries with extensive forest resources. Trade considerations include basis weight, stretch percentage, and compliance with environmental sourcing regulations such as EUDR and EUTR, which are increasingly important for global supply chains, ensuring responsible forestry practices and product traceability.
What products fall under HS code 480840?
Creped kraft paper for bags, Crinkled kraft paper for wrapping, Embossed creped kraft, Perforated creped kraft, High-stretch kraft paper, Industrial creped kraft, Kraft paper for automotive masking
What are common misclassifications for HS code 480840?
This code can be confused with plain kraft paper under 4804 if the creping/crinkling feature is overlooked, or with other creped papers under 4803 if not specifically kraft.
How is HS code 480840 structured?
HS code 480840 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (48) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (08) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (40) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.