HS code · 6-digit subheading

HS Code 4813.20 – Paper, cigarette; in rolls of a width not exceeding 5cm

HS code 4813.20 is the 6-digit subheading for paper, cigarette, in rolls of a width not exceeding 5cm. It is used for narrow rolls of cigarette paper for machine rolling, tipping paper in narrow rolls, filter paper in narrow rolls and specialty paper for slim cigarettes.

What HS 4813.20 covers

This HS code pertains to cigarette paper supplied in rolls with a width not exceeding 5 cm. This form is primarily a semi-finished product, crucial for the automated manufacturing of cigarettes or for further processing into consumer-ready booklets or tubes. International trade in this category involves specialized paper mills exporting to large-scale tobacco product manufacturers globally. The precision in paper weight, porosity, and burning characteristics is paramount for consistent cigarette quality. Key considerations for traders include adherence to strict quality control, compliance with tobacco industry standards, and efficient logistics for high-volume shipments. This segment of the trade is less visible to the end-consumer but forms a vital link in the tobacco supply chain.

Covers
  • Narrow rolls of cigarette paper for machine rolling
  • Tipping paper in narrow rolls
  • Filter paper in narrow rolls
  • Specialty paper for slim cigarettes
Examples
  • Specialized paper from Delfort Group
  • Glatfelter
  • SWM International
  • ArjoWiggins

Codes often confused with 4813.20

Common mistake. Easily confused with 481390 (other cigarette paper) if the width isn't strictly checked, or 4802 (uncoated paper for printing/writing) if its specific use isn't clear.

4813.90Paper, cigarette; (other than in rolls of a width not exceeding 5cm, or in booklets or tubes)48.02Uncoated 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 481320, 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 481320 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 17% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Poland, with 8.6% 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 China $83M
  2. 2 France $80M
  3. 3 Czechia $70M

World total: $479M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 Poland $62M
  2. 2 United States $53M
  3. 3 China $49M

World total: $719M 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 4813.20

Brazil does not split HS 4813.20: its NCM code is 4813.20.00.

  1. 4813.20.00 Cigarette paper in rolls not over 5 cm wideEm rolos de largura não superior a 5 cm

All Brazil NCM codes in heading 48.13 →

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 4813.20

What is HS code 481320?

HS code 481320 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Paper, cigarette; in rolls of a width not exceeding 5cm. This HS code pertains to cigarette paper supplied in rolls with a width not exceeding 5 cm. This form is primarily a semi-finished product, crucial for the automated manufacturing of cigarettes or for further processing into consumer-ready booklets or tubes. International trade in this category involves specialized paper mills exporting to large-scale tobacco product manufacturers globally. The precision in paper weight, porosity, and burning characteristics is paramount for consistent cigarette quality. Key considerations for traders include adherence to strict quality control, compliance with tobacco industry standards, and efficient logistics for high-volume shipments. This segment of the trade is less visible to the end-consumer but forms a vital link in the tobacco supply chain.

What products fall under HS code 481320?

Narrow rolls of cigarette paper for machine rolling, tipping paper in narrow rolls, filter paper in narrow rolls, specialty paper for slim cigarettes

What are common misclassifications for HS code 481320?

Easily confused with 481390 (other cigarette paper) if the width isn't strictly checked, or 4802 (uncoated paper for printing/writing) if its specific use isn't clear.

Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 481320?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 481320 in UN Comtrade data were China ($83M, 17% of world exports), France ($80M) and Czechia ($70M). World exports came to about $479M, 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 481320?

In 2025, the top importers of HS code 481320 in UN Comtrade data were Poland ($62M, 8.6% of world imports), the United States ($53M) and China ($49M). World imports came to about $719M, 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 481320 structured?

HS code 481320 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (48) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (13) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (20) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.

What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 481320?

In Brazil, HS code 481320 is NCM 4813.20.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.