HS code · 6-digit subheading

HS Code 4810.14 – Paper and paperboard; coated with kaolin or other inorganic substances, for printing/writing/graphics, having 10% or less by weight of total fibres got mechanical/chemi-mechanical process, sheets, sides 435mm or less by 297mm or less, unfolded,

HS code 4810.14 is the 6-digit subheading for paper and paperboard, coated with kaolin or other inorganic substances, for printing/writing/graphics, having 10% or less by weight of total fibres got mechanical/chemi-mechanical process, sheets, sides 435mm or less by 297mm or less, unfolded,. It is used for coated art paper sheets, glossy brochure paper, premium photo paper, high-resolution printing paper and fine art reproduction paper.

What HS 4810.14 covers

This code covers high-quality, coated paper and paperboard, specifically designed for premium printing, writing, and graphic applications. Characterized by its low mechanical pulp content (10% or less), it ensures superior surface smoothness and printability, making it ideal for detailed imagery and text. These goods are traded globally, with major importers being countries with robust publishing, advertising, and packaging industries, such as the United States, Germany, and China. Exporters often include nations with significant pulp and paper manufacturing capabilities like Finland, Sweden, and Canada. Key aspects for traders involve understanding the specific coating types (e.g., kaolin, calcium carbonate), grammage, and brightness levels, as these directly impact the paper's end-use and market value. Compliance with sustainability certifications like FSC or PEFC is increasingly important in international markets, reflecting growing environmental concerns among consumers and regulators. The small sheet size specified (A3 or smaller) often indicates its use in commercial printing presses or high-end office applications.

Covers
  • Coated art paper sheets
  • Glossy brochure paper
  • Premium photo paper
  • High-resolution printing paper
  • Fine art reproduction paper
  • Presentation paper
  • Digital printing paper
Examples
  • Sappi Magno Gloss
  • UPM Finesse Gloss
  • Arctic Paper G-Print
  • Domtar Lynx Opaque
  • Mohawk Superfine

Codes often confused with 4810.14

Common mistake. This code can be confused with 481019 due to similar coating and fiber content, but 481014 specifically refers to smaller sheet sizes (A3 or less). It might also be mistaken for uncoated papers (Chapter 4802) if the coating isn't clearly identified.

4810.19Paper and paperboard; coated with kaolin or other inorganic substances, for printing/writing/graphics, having 10% or less by weight of total fibres got by mechanical/chemi-mechanical process, sides exceeding 435mm and 297mm, unfolded, sheets48.02Uncoated paper and paperboard, used for writing, printing or other graphics, non perforated punch-cards and punch tape paper, in rolls or rectangular sheets, of any size, other than paper of heading 4801 or 4803; hand-made paper and paperboard

Top exporters and importers of HS code 481014, 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 481014 in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 19% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 25% 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. 1 Germany $13M
  2. 2 Netherlands $12M
  3. 3 United States $8.1M

World total: $71M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 Germany $38M
  2. 2 Netherlands $18M
  3. 3 Canada $11M

World total: $149M 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 codes for 4810.14 5

Brazil splits HS 4810.14 into 5 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.

  1. 4810.14.10 Coated woodfree paper, sheets up to 360 mmEm que nenhum lado exceda 360 mm, quando não dobradas
  2. 4810.14.8 Other, weighing more than 150 g/m²Outros, de peso superior a 150 g/m² Group
  3. 4810.14.81 Metallised woodfree over 150 g/m², small sheetsMetalizados
  4. 4810.14.82 Baryta-coated woodfree over 150 g/m², small sheetsBaritados (revestidos de óxido ou sulfato de bário)
  5. 4810.14.89 Other coated woodfree over 150 g/m², small sheetsOutros
  6. 4810.14.90 Other coated woodfree up to 150 g/m², small sheetsOutros

All Brazil NCM codes in heading 48.10 →

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 4810.14

What is HS code 481014?

HS code 481014 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Paper and paperboard; coated with kaolin or other inorganic substances, for printing/writing/graphics, having 10% or less by weight of total fibres got mechanical/chemi-mechanical process, sheets, sides 435mm or less by 297mm or less, unfolded,. This code covers high-quality, coated paper and paperboard, specifically designed for premium printing, writing, and graphic applications. Characterized by its low mechanical pulp content (10% or less), it ensures superior surface smoothness and printability, making it ideal for detailed imagery and text. These goods are traded globally, with major importers being countries with robust publishing, advertising, and packaging industries, such as the United States, Germany, and China. Exporters often include nations with significant pulp and paper manufacturing capabilities like Finland, Sweden, and Canada. Key aspects for traders involve understanding the specific coating types (e.g., kaolin, calcium carbonate), grammage, and brightness levels, as these directly impact the paper's end-use and market value. Compliance with sustainability certifications like FSC or PEFC is increasingly important in international markets, reflecting growing environmental concerns among consumers and regulators. The small sheet size specified (A3 or smaller) often indicates its use in commercial printing presses or high-end office applications.

What products fall under HS code 481014?

Coated art paper sheets, Glossy brochure paper, Premium photo paper, High-resolution printing paper, Fine art reproduction paper, Presentation paper, Digital printing paper

What are common misclassifications for HS code 481014?

This code can be confused with 481019 due to similar coating and fiber content, but 481014 specifically refers to smaller sheet sizes (A3 or less). It might also be mistaken for uncoated papers (Chapter 4802) if the coating isn't clearly identified.

Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 481014?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 481014 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($13M, 19% of world exports), the Netherlands ($12M) and the United States ($8.1M). World exports came to about $71M, 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 481014?

In 2025, the top importers of HS code 481014 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($38M, 25% of world imports), the Netherlands ($18M) and Canada ($11M). World imports came to about $149M, 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 481014 structured?

HS code 481014 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (48) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (10) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (14) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.

What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 481014?

Brazil splits HS code 481014 into 5 NCM codes: 4810.14.10 (Coated woodfree paper, sheets up to 360 mm), 4810.14.81 (Metallised woodfree over 150 g/m², small sheets), 4810.14.82 (Baryta-coated woodfree over 150 g/m², small sheets), 4810.14.89 (Other coated woodfree over 150 g/m², small sheets), 4810.14.90 (Other coated woodfree up to 150 g/m², small sheets). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.