HS code · 6-digit subheading

HS Code 4814.90 – Wallpaper and similar wall coverings and window transparencies of paper; n.e.c. in heading 4814

HS code 4814.90 is the 6-digit subheading for wallpaper and similar wall coverings and window transparencies of paper, n.e.c. in heading 4814. It is used for non-woven wallpaper, traditional paper wallpaper, textile-backed wall coverings, window film made of paper and decorative paper borders.

What HS 4814.90 covers

This HS code is a residual category for wallpaper and similar wall coverings, and window transparencies of paper, not specifically covered elsewhere in heading 4814. This encompasses a wide array of non-plastic coated wall coverings, including traditional paper-based wallpapers, non-woven varieties, textile-backed options, and specialized decorative papers. International trade in this segment is driven by aesthetic preferences, demand for natural materials, and niche markets for artisanal or high-end designs. Importers and exporters include specialty paper manufacturers, interior decorators, art suppliers, and luxury home furnishing brands. Key considerations involve the artistic design, material composition (e.g., cellulose, textile fibers), and the specific application methods. The trade reflects a blend of traditional craftsmanship and modern material innovation.

Covers
  • Non-woven wallpaper
  • Traditional paper wallpaper
  • Textile-backed wall coverings
  • Window film made of paper
  • Decorative paper borders
  • Grasscloth wallpaper
Examples
  • Farrow & Ball wallpaper
  • Cole & Son wallpaper
  • various non-woven wallpaper brands
  • Thibaut Designs

Codes often confused with 4814.90

Common mistake. Could be confused with 481420 (plastic-coated wallpaper) if the coating type isn't clear, or 4823 (other special papers) if not clearly identifiable as wall covering.

4814.20Wallpaper and similar wall coverings; coated or covered on the face side, with a grained, embossed, coloured, design-printed or otherwise decorated layer of plastics48.23Paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding and webs of cellulose fibres; cut to size or shape, articles of paper pulp, paper and paper-board, cellulose wadding or webs of cellulose fibres, n.e.c. in chapter 48

Top exporters and importers of HS code 481490, 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 481490 in UN Comtrade data was Sweden, with 20% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 20% 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 Sweden $73M
  2. 2 Germany $55M
  3. 3 United Kingdom $38M

World total: $361M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 United States $66M
  2. 2 Netherlands $30M
  3. 3 United Kingdom $28M

World total: $321M 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 4814.90

Brazil does not split HS 4814.90: its NCM code is 4814.90.00.

  1. 4814.90.00 Other wallpaper; window transparencies of paperOutros

All Brazil NCM codes in heading 48.14 →

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 4814.90

What is HS code 481490?

HS code 481490 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Wallpaper and similar wall coverings and window transparencies of paper; n.e.c. in heading 4814. This HS code is a residual category for wallpaper and similar wall coverings, and window transparencies of paper, not specifically covered elsewhere in heading 4814. This encompasses a wide array of non-plastic coated wall coverings, including traditional paper-based wallpapers, non-woven varieties, textile-backed options, and specialized decorative papers. International trade in this segment is driven by aesthetic preferences, demand for natural materials, and niche markets for artisanal or high-end designs. Importers and exporters include specialty paper manufacturers, interior decorators, art suppliers, and luxury home furnishing brands. Key considerations involve the artistic design, material composition (e.g., cellulose, textile fibers), and the specific application methods. The trade reflects a blend of traditional craftsmanship and modern material innovation.

What products fall under HS code 481490?

Non-woven wallpaper, traditional paper wallpaper, textile-backed wall coverings, window film made of paper, decorative paper borders, grasscloth wallpaper

What are common misclassifications for HS code 481490?

Could be confused with 481420 (plastic-coated wallpaper) if the coating type isn't clear, or 4823 (other special papers) if not clearly identifiable as wall covering.

Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 481490?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 481490 in UN Comtrade data were Sweden ($73M, 20% of world exports), Germany ($55M) and the United Kingdom ($38M). World exports came to about $361M, 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 481490?

In 2025, the top importers of HS code 481490 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($66M, 20% of world imports), the Netherlands ($30M) and the United Kingdom ($28M). World imports came to about $321M, 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 481490 structured?

HS code 481490 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (48) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (14) 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 481490?

In Brazil, HS code 481490 is NCM 4814.90.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.