HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 4817.30 – Paper and paperboard; boxes, pouches, wallets and writing compendiums containing an assortment of paper stationery
HS code 4817.30 is the 6-digit subheading for paper and paperboard, boxes, pouches, wallets and writing compendiums containing an assortment of paper stationery. It is used for stationery gift sets, writing paper compendiums, boxed note card sets, desk stationery organizers (filled) and letter writing kits.
What HS 4817.30 covers
This category covers pre-packaged assortments of paper stationery, typically presented in decorative boxes, pouches, wallets, or writing compendiums. These are often marketed as gift sets or comprehensive writing kits, appealing to consumers seeking coordinated and aesthetically pleasing stationery collections. International trade in these items involves giftware distributors, stationery retailers, and luxury goods markets. The value of these products often lies in the presentation, the quality of the included items, and the overall curation of the assortment, rather than just the individual paper components. Exporters are frequently countries with strong design and packaging industries, while importers cater to consumer gift markets and specialized stationery shops, with a focus on design, brand, and perceived value.
- Covers
- Stationery gift sets
- Writing paper compendiums
- Boxed note card sets
- Desk stationery organizers (filled)
- Letter writing kits
- Personalized stationery boxes
- Thank you note sets
- Examples
Papier Stationery Sets, Rifle Paper Co. Boxed Note Cards, Crane & Co. Stationery Wardrobe, Moleskine Writing Sets, Kate Spade New York Stationery Sets
Codes often confused with 4817.30
Common mistake. This differs from 4820.10 (registers, notebooks, etc.) because it's an *assortment* of various stationery items *in a container*, not just a single type of paper product like a notebook.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 481730, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 481730 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 49% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the Netherlands, with 9.7% 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 $96M 49% of world exports
- 2 Netherlands $14M 7.3% of world exports
- 3 Spain $9.2M 4.7% of world exports
World total: $196M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Netherlands $15M 9.7% of world imports
- 2 Germany $11M 7.0% of world imports
- 3 United Kingdom $11M 6.7% of world imports
World total: $159M 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 4817.30
Brazil does not split HS 4817.30: its NCM code is 4817.30.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 48.17 →
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 4817.30
What is HS code 481730?
HS code 481730 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Paper and paperboard; boxes, pouches, wallets and writing compendiums containing an assortment of paper stationery. This category covers pre-packaged assortments of paper stationery, typically presented in decorative boxes, pouches, wallets, or writing compendiums. These are often marketed as gift sets or comprehensive writing kits, appealing to consumers seeking coordinated and aesthetically pleasing stationery collections. International trade in these items involves giftware distributors, stationery retailers, and luxury goods markets. The value of these products often lies in the presentation, the quality of the included items, and the overall curation of the assortment, rather than just the individual paper components. Exporters are frequently countries with strong design and packaging industries, while importers cater to consumer gift markets and specialized stationery shops, with a focus on design, brand, and perceived value.
What products fall under HS code 481730?
Stationery gift sets, writing paper compendiums, boxed note card sets, desk stationery organizers (filled), letter writing kits, personalized stationery boxes, thank you note sets
What are common misclassifications for HS code 481730?
This differs from 4820.10 (registers, notebooks, etc.) because it's an *assortment* of various stationery items *in a container*, not just a single type of paper product like a notebook.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 481730?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 481730 in UN Comtrade data were China ($96M, 49% of world exports), the Netherlands ($14M) and Spain ($9.2M). World exports came to about $196M, 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 481730?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 481730 in UN Comtrade data were the Netherlands ($15M, 9.7% of world imports), Germany ($11M) and the United Kingdom ($11M). World imports came to about $159M, 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 481730 structured?
HS code 481730 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (48) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (17) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (30) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 481730?
In Brazil, HS code 481730 is NCM 4817.30.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.