HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 4818.30 – Paper articles; tablecloths and serviettes, of paper, cellulose wadding or fibres
HS code 4818.30 is the 6-digit subheading for paper articles, tablecloths and serviettes, of paper, cellulose wadding or fibres. It is used for paper napkins, disposable tablecloths, cocktail napkins, dinner napkins (paper) and paper placemats.
What HS 4818.30 covers
This HS code covers disposable paper articles specifically designed for dining and catering, primarily paper tablecloths and serviettes (napkins). These products are widely traded due to their convenience, hygienic properties, and cost-effectiveness, making them indispensable for the hospitality industry, event planning, and fast-food sectors globally. Importers typically include restaurant supply companies, hotel chains, catering services, and large retailers, while exporters are often specialized manufacturers of disposable paper goods. The market frequently sees demand for a variety of designs, colors, and eco-friendly options, balancing aesthetic appeal with environmental considerations. Trade is driven by the need for efficient, single-use solutions in food service.
- Covers
- Paper napkins
- Disposable tablecloths
- Cocktail napkins
- Dinner napkins (paper)
- Paper placemats
- Banquet rolls (paper)
- Dispenser napkins
- Examples
- Dixie Napkins
- Vanity Fair Napkins
- Hoffmaster Paper Tablecloths
- Chinet Classic White Napkins
- Tork Advanced Napkins
Codes often confused with 4818.30
Common mistake. Could be confused with 4823.90 (other paper articles) if not clearly identifiable as tablecloths or serviettes, or with textile tablecloths (Chapter 63) if made of non-paper materials.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 481830, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 481830 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 19% 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 China $313M 19% of world exports
- 2 Germany $278M 17% of world exports
- 3 Italy $152M 9.4% of world exports
World total: $1.6B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $329M 20% of world imports
- 2 Germany $155M 9.6% of world imports
- 3 France $100M 6.2% of world imports
World total: $1.6B 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 4818.30
Brazil does not split HS 4818.30: its NCM code is 4818.30.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 48.18 →
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 4818.30
What is HS code 481830?
HS code 481830 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Paper articles; tablecloths and serviettes, of paper, cellulose wadding or fibres. This HS code covers disposable paper articles specifically designed for dining and catering, primarily paper tablecloths and serviettes (napkins). These products are widely traded due to their convenience, hygienic properties, and cost-effectiveness, making them indispensable for the hospitality industry, event planning, and fast-food sectors globally. Importers typically include restaurant supply companies, hotel chains, catering services, and large retailers, while exporters are often specialized manufacturers of disposable paper goods. The market frequently sees demand for a variety of designs, colors, and eco-friendly options, balancing aesthetic appeal with environmental considerations. Trade is driven by the need for efficient, single-use solutions in food service.
What products fall under HS code 481830?
Paper napkins, disposable tablecloths, cocktail napkins, dinner napkins (paper), paper placemats, banquet rolls (paper), dispenser napkins
What are common misclassifications for HS code 481830?
Could be confused with 4823.90 (other paper articles) if not clearly identifiable as tablecloths or serviettes, or with textile tablecloths (Chapter 63) if made of non-paper materials.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 481830?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 481830 in UN Comtrade data were China ($313M, 19% of world exports), Germany ($278M) and Italy ($152M). World exports came to about $1.6B, 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 481830?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 481830 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($329M, 20% of world imports), Germany ($155M) and France ($100M). World imports came to about $1.6B, 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 481830 structured?
HS code 481830 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (48) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (18) 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 481830?
In Brazil, HS code 481830 is NCM 4818.30.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.