HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 4819.30 – Paper and paperboard; sacks and bags of paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding or fibres, having a base of a width of 40cm or more
HS code 4819.30 is the 6-digit subheading for paper and paperboard, sacks and bags of paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding or fibres, having a base of a width of 40cm or more. It is used for cement bags, large pet food bags, charcoal bags, industrial chemical sacks and large multi-wall paper bags.
What HS 4819.30 covers
This category covers large paper and paperboard sacks and bags, specifically those with a base width of 40cm or more. These are typically heavy-duty containers used for bulk goods in industrial, agricultural, and construction sectors. Think of packaging for cement, animal feed, fertilizers, or large quantities of dry chemicals. Importers and exporters are often manufacturers of these bulk products, large-scale distributors, and specialized packaging companies. Key aspects of trade include the strength and durability of the material, resistance to moisture, and the ability to withstand significant weight. Environmental regulations concerning packaging waste and the demand for sustainable, recyclable options are increasingly influencing the design and material choices for these large-format bags in international commerce.
- Covers
- Cement bags
- Large pet food bags
- Charcoal bags
- Industrial chemical sacks
- Large multi-wall paper bags
- Bulk flour sacks
- Agricultural seed bags
- Examples
- LafargeHolcim cement bags
- Purina Pro Plan large dog food bags
- Kingsford charcoal bags
- large grocery store paper bags (e.g., Whole Foods)
- large agricultural seed bags
Codes often confused with 4819.30
Common mistake. Often confused with 481940 (smaller sacks and bags) due to size being the primary differentiator, or 481950 if the item is a specialized container that isn't strictly a sack or bag.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 481930, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 481930 in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 15% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 18% 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 Italy $191M 15% of world exports
- 2 Morocco $119M 9.1% of world exports
- 3 Poland $83M 6.4% of world exports
World total: $1.3B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $252M 18% of world imports
- 2 France $106M 7.5% of world imports
- 3 Germany $77M 5.4% of world imports
World total: $1.4B 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 4819.30
Brazil does not split HS 4819.30: its NCM code is 4819.30.00.
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 4819.30
What is HS code 481930?
HS code 481930 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Paper and paperboard; sacks and bags of paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding or fibres, having a base of a width of 40cm or more. This category covers large paper and paperboard sacks and bags, specifically those with a base width of 40cm or more. These are typically heavy-duty containers used for bulk goods in industrial, agricultural, and construction sectors. Think of packaging for cement, animal feed, fertilizers, or large quantities of dry chemicals. Importers and exporters are often manufacturers of these bulk products, large-scale distributors, and specialized packaging companies. Key aspects of trade include the strength and durability of the material, resistance to moisture, and the ability to withstand significant weight. Environmental regulations concerning packaging waste and the demand for sustainable, recyclable options are increasingly influencing the design and material choices for these large-format bags in international commerce.
What products fall under HS code 481930?
Cement bags, large pet food bags, charcoal bags, industrial chemical sacks, large multi-wall paper bags, bulk flour sacks, agricultural seed bags
What are common misclassifications for HS code 481930?
Often confused with 481940 (smaller sacks and bags) due to size being the primary differentiator, or 481950 if the item is a specialized container that isn't strictly a sack or bag.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 481930?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 481930 in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($191M, 15% of world exports), Morocco ($119M) and Poland ($83M). World exports came to about $1.3B, 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 481930?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 481930 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($252M, 18% of world imports), France ($106M) and Germany ($77M). World imports came to about $1.4B, 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 481930 structured?
HS code 481930 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 (30) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 481930?
In Brazil, HS code 481930 is NCM 4819.30.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.