HS code · 6-digit subheading

HS Code 4810.32 – Kraft paper and paperboard; uniformly bleached throughout, coated with inorganic substances, more than 95% of chemically processed wood fibres, weight more than 150g/m2, for non-graphic purposes, in rolls or sheets

HS code 4810.32 is the 6-digit subheading for kraft paper and paperboard, uniformly bleached throughout, coated with inorganic substances, more than 95% of chemically processed wood fibres, weight more than 150g/m2, for non-graphic purposes, in rolls or sheets. It is used for coated folding boxboard, liquid packaging board, display board (coated), heavy-duty coated kraftliner and carrier board.

What HS 4810.32 covers

This HS code identifies heavy-duty, uniformly bleached kraft paper and paperboard, coated with inorganic substances, and containing over 95% chemically processed wood fibers. Unlike its lighter counterpart (481031), this category specifically covers materials weighing more than 150 g/m², making it ideal for robust non-graphic applications where strength, rigidity, and a high-quality surface are paramount. Its primary use is in premium packaging, display materials, and certain industrial applications where durability and a clean aesthetic are required. Countries with significant manufacturing and consumer goods industries, such as the United States, Germany, and China, are major importers, seeking these materials for high-end product packaging. Leading exporters include nations with advanced pulp and paper production, like Sweden, Finland, and Brazil. Trade in these goods is influenced by demand for sustainable packaging solutions, regulatory requirements for food contact materials, and the need for consistent quality. Adherence to EUDR and EUTR is critical given the high wood fiber content.

Covers
  • Coated folding boxboard
  • Liquid packaging board
  • Display board (coated)
  • Heavy-duty coated kraftliner
  • Carrier board
  • Frozen food packaging board
  • Pharmaceutical carton board
Examples
  • Stora Enso Performa
  • Metsä Board Pro FBB Bright
  • Iggesund Invercote G
  • WestRock Coated Kraft Board
  • Graphic Packaging International OmniKote

Codes often confused with 4810.32

Common mistake. This code is often confused with 481031 due to similar composition, but 481032 is specifically for heavier weights (more than 150g/m²). It can also be mistaken for other coated paperboards (e.g., 481092) if the kraft and bleaching characteristics are not carefully verified.

4810.31Kraft paper and paperboard; uniformly bleached throughout, coated with inorganic substances, more than 95% of chemically processed wood fibres, weight 150g/m2 or less, for non-graphic purposes, in rolls or sheets4810.92Paper and paperboard; multi-ply, coated with kaolin or other inorganic substances only, for non-graphic purposes, n.e.c. in heading no. 4810, in rolls or sheets

Top exporters and importers of HS code 481032, 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 481032 in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 50% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Mexico, with 16% 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 United States $348M
  2. 2 China $261M
  3. 3 Netherlands $34M

World total: $697M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 Mexico $120M
  2. 2 Canada $116M
  3. 3 China $84M

World total: $734M 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 4810.32 2

Brazil splits HS 4810.32 into 2 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.

  1. 4810.32.10 Fully bleached kraft over 150 g/m², small formatsEm tiras ou rolos de largura não superior a 15 cm ou em folhas em que nenhum lado exceda 360 mm, quando não dobradas
  2. 4810.32.90 Other fully bleached coated kraft, over 150 g/m²Outros

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 4810.32

What is HS code 481032?

HS code 481032 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Kraft paper and paperboard; uniformly bleached throughout, coated with inorganic substances, more than 95% of chemically processed wood fibres, weight more than 150g/m2, for non-graphic purposes, in rolls or sheets. This HS code identifies heavy-duty, uniformly bleached kraft paper and paperboard, coated with inorganic substances, and containing over 95% chemically processed wood fibers. Unlike its lighter counterpart (481031), this category specifically covers materials weighing more than 150 g/m², making it ideal for robust non-graphic applications where strength, rigidity, and a high-quality surface are paramount. Its primary use is in premium packaging, display materials, and certain industrial applications where durability and a clean aesthetic are required. Countries with significant manufacturing and consumer goods industries, such as the United States, Germany, and China, are major importers, seeking these materials for high-end product packaging. Leading exporters include nations with advanced pulp and paper production, like Sweden, Finland, and Brazil. Trade in these goods is influenced by demand for sustainable packaging solutions, regulatory requirements for food contact materials, and the need for consistent quality. Adherence to EUDR and EUTR is critical given the high wood fiber content.

What products fall under HS code 481032?

Coated folding boxboard, Liquid packaging board, Display board (coated), Heavy-duty coated kraftliner, Carrier board, Frozen food packaging board, Pharmaceutical carton board

What are common misclassifications for HS code 481032?

This code is often confused with 481031 due to similar composition, but 481032 is specifically for heavier weights (more than 150g/m²). It can also be mistaken for other coated paperboards (e.g., 481092) if the kraft and bleaching characteristics are not carefully verified.

Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 481032?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 481032 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($348M, 50% of world exports), China ($261M) and the Netherlands ($34M). World exports came to about $697M, 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 481032?

In 2025, the top importers of HS code 481032 in UN Comtrade data were Mexico ($120M, 16% of world imports), Canada ($116M) and China ($84M). World imports came to about $734M, 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 481032 structured?

HS code 481032 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 (32) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.

What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 481032?

Brazil splits HS code 481032 into 2 NCM codes: 4810.32.10 (Fully bleached kraft over 150 g/m², small formats), 4810.32.90 (Other fully bleached coated kraft, over 150 g/m²). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.