HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 4819.10 – Paper and paperboard; cartons, boxes and cases, of corrugated paper or paperboard
HS code 4819.10 is the 6-digit subheading for paper and paperboard, cartons, boxes and cases, of corrugated paper or paperboard. It is used for shipping boxes, moving boxes, pizza boxes, produce boxes and display boxes (corrugated).
What HS 4819.10 covers
This HS code covers the vast and indispensable category of cartons, boxes, and cases made from corrugated paper or paperboard. These products are fundamental to global logistics, packaging, and supply chains, providing crucial protection for goods during shipping, storage, and display across virtually every industry, from e-commerce to manufacturing and agriculture. International trade is driven by the universal need for robust, cost-effective, and often customizable packaging solutions. Major importers include countries with large manufacturing bases or significant consumer markets, while exporters are typically nations with strong pulp and paper industries and advanced converting capabilities. Sustainability, recyclability, and structural integrity are paramount considerations in this high-volume, competitive market.
- Covers
- Shipping boxes
- Moving boxes
- Pizza boxes
- Produce boxes
- Display boxes (corrugated)
- Custom corrugated packaging
- Heavy-duty storage boxes
- Mailer boxes
- Examples
- Uline Shipping Boxes
- Amazon Basics Moving Boxes
- Smurfit Kappa Corrugated Boxes
- DS Smith Packaging
- WestRock Corrugated Containers
Codes often confused with 4819.10
Common mistake. Can be confused with 4819.20 (folding cartons, boxes, and cases, of non-corrugated paperboard) if the distinction between corrugated and non-corrugated material is not clear, or with 4819.30 (sacks and bags) if the item is a large, flexible container.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 481910, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 481910 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 15% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the Netherlands, with 9.1% 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 $1.7B 15% of world exports
- 2 United States $1.3B 12% of world exports
- 3 Germany $1.3B 12% of world exports
World total: $11.1B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Netherlands $971M 9.1% of world imports
- 2 Mexico $793M 7.5% of world imports
- 3 United States $779M 7.3% of world imports
World total: $10.6B 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 4819.10
Brazil does not split HS 4819.10: its NCM code is 4819.10.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 48.19 →
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 4819.10
What is HS code 481910?
HS code 481910 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Paper and paperboard; cartons, boxes and cases, of corrugated paper or paperboard. This HS code covers the vast and indispensable category of cartons, boxes, and cases made from corrugated paper or paperboard. These products are fundamental to global logistics, packaging, and supply chains, providing crucial protection for goods during shipping, storage, and display across virtually every industry, from e-commerce to manufacturing and agriculture. International trade is driven by the universal need for robust, cost-effective, and often customizable packaging solutions. Major importers include countries with large manufacturing bases or significant consumer markets, while exporters are typically nations with strong pulp and paper industries and advanced converting capabilities. Sustainability, recyclability, and structural integrity are paramount considerations in this high-volume, competitive market.
What products fall under HS code 481910?
Shipping boxes, moving boxes, pizza boxes, produce boxes, display boxes (corrugated), custom corrugated packaging, heavy-duty storage boxes, mailer boxes
What are common misclassifications for HS code 481910?
Can be confused with 4819.20 (folding cartons, boxes, and cases, of non-corrugated paperboard) if the distinction between corrugated and non-corrugated material is not clear, or with 4819.30 (sacks and bags) if the item is a large, flexible container.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 481910?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 481910 in UN Comtrade data were China ($1.7B, 15% of world exports), the United States ($1.3B) and Germany ($1.3B). World exports came to about $11.1B, 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 481910?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 481910 in UN Comtrade data were the Netherlands ($971M, 9.1% of world imports), Mexico ($793M) and the United States ($779M). World imports came to about $10.6B, 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 481910 structured?
HS code 481910 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (48) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (19) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (10) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 481910?
In Brazil, HS code 481910 is NCM 4819.10.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.