HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 4809.90 – Paper; carbon paper and other copying or transfer papers (including coated or impregnated paper for duplicator stencils or offset plates), whether or not printed, in rolls or sheets
HS code 4809.90 is the 6-digit subheading for paper, carbon paper and other copying or transfer papers (including coated or impregnated paper for duplicator stencils or offset plates), whether or not printed, in rolls or sheets. It is used for carbon paper rolls, duplicator stencil paper, offset plate paper, transfer paper for textiles and waxed carbon paper.
What HS 4809.90 covers
This broad category encompasses carbon paper and various other copying or transfer papers, including those coated or impregnated for duplicator stencils or offset plates, supplied in rolls or sheets, whether printed or not. These specialized papers facilitate the transfer of images or text, serving niche markets in printing, art, and office supplies. Carbon paper, though less common now, is still used for specific applications, while papers for duplicator stencils and offset plates are critical for traditional printing processes. Importers include printing houses, art supply distributors, and manufacturers of specialized office equipment. Exporters are often specialized paper manufacturers with expertise in coating and impregnation technologies. Trade considerations involve the specific coating formulation, transfer properties, and compatibility with various printing or copying methods. This code highlights the diverse range of functional papers beyond standard printing, catering to specific technical and artistic requirements.
- Covers
- Carbon paper rolls
- Duplicator stencil paper
- Offset plate paper
- Transfer paper for textiles
- Waxed carbon paper
- Coated transfer paper
- Impregnated stencil paper
- Examples
- Riso Kagaku (duplicator stencils)
- Kodak (offset plates)
- Mitsubishi HiTec Paper (specialty coated papers)
- Grafix (transfer papers)
Codes often confused with 4809.90
Common mistake. This code might be confused with self-copy paper (480920) if the distinction between direct self-copying and transfer via an intermediary is not clear, or with other coated papers under 4810 or 4811.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 480990, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 480990 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 49% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was India, with 12% 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 $207M 49% of world exports
- 2 South Korea $127M 30% of world exports
- 3 Netherlands $38M 9.2% of world exports
World total: $418M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 India $51M 12% of world imports
- 2 Indonesia $38M 8.8% of world imports
- 3 Mexico $23M 5.4% of world imports
World total: $425M 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 4809.90
Brazil does not split HS 4809.90: its NCM code is 4809.90.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 48.09 →
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 4809.90
What is HS code 480990?
HS code 480990 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Paper; carbon paper and other copying or transfer papers (including coated or impregnated paper for duplicator stencils or offset plates), whether or not printed, in rolls or sheets. This broad category encompasses carbon paper and various other copying or transfer papers, including those coated or impregnated for duplicator stencils or offset plates, supplied in rolls or sheets, whether printed or not. These specialized papers facilitate the transfer of images or text, serving niche markets in printing, art, and office supplies. Carbon paper, though less common now, is still used for specific applications, while papers for duplicator stencils and offset plates are critical for traditional printing processes. Importers include printing houses, art supply distributors, and manufacturers of specialized office equipment. Exporters are often specialized paper manufacturers with expertise in coating and impregnation technologies. Trade considerations involve the specific coating formulation, transfer properties, and compatibility with various printing or copying methods. This code highlights the diverse range of functional papers beyond standard printing, catering to specific technical and artistic requirements.
What products fall under HS code 480990?
Carbon paper rolls, Duplicator stencil paper, Offset plate paper, Transfer paper for textiles, Waxed carbon paper, Coated transfer paper, Impregnated stencil paper
What are common misclassifications for HS code 480990?
This code might be confused with self-copy paper (480920) if the distinction between direct self-copying and transfer via an intermediary is not clear, or with other coated papers under 4810 or 4811.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 480990?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 480990 in UN Comtrade data were China ($207M, 49% of world exports), South Korea ($127M) and the Netherlands ($38M). World exports came to about $418M, 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 480990?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 480990 in UN Comtrade data were India ($51M, 12% of world imports), Indonesia ($38M) and Mexico ($23M). World imports came to about $425M, 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 480990 structured?
HS code 480990 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (48) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (09) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (90) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 480990?
In Brazil, HS code 480990 is NCM 4809.90.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.