HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 4819.50 – Paper and paperboard; packing containers, including record sleeves, of paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding or fibres, n.e.c. in heading no. 4819
HS code 4819.50 is the 6-digit subheading for paper and paperboard, packing containers, including record sleeves, of paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding or fibres, n.e.c. in heading no. 4819. It is used for CD/DVD sleeves, vinyl record sleeves, takeaway food containers (paperboard), blister card backing and paperboard cup holders.
What HS 4819.50 covers
This 'not elsewhere specified' (n.e.c.) category covers a diverse range of paper and paperboard packing containers, including record sleeves, that don't fit into the more specific classifications within heading 4819. It's a catch-all for specialized or unique paper-based packaging solutions, often designed for particular products or industries. This can include media packaging, specific food service items, or protective inserts. Importers and exporters in this segment often include niche manufacturers, media companies, food service suppliers, and specialty retailers requiring custom-designed packaging. Key aspects of trade involve bespoke design, protective qualities for delicate items, and specific industry applications that demand non-standard container shapes or functions. The versatility of paper and paperboard allows for innovative solutions captured under this broad classification.
- Covers
- CD/DVD sleeves
- Vinyl record sleeves
- Takeaway food containers (paperboard)
- Blister card backing
- Paperboard cup holders
- Small parts trays
- Seed packets
- Examples
- Vinyl record sleeves (e.g., from Universal Music)
- Starbucks cup carriers
- McDonald's fry cartons
- small electronics packaging inserts
- seed packets from Burpee
Codes often confused with 4819.50
Common mistake. Often confused with 481920 (folding cartons) or 481940 (small bags) if the item has a similar appearance but doesn't fit the specific definitions, as this is a residual category.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 481950, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 481950 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 29% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 12% of world imports. Austria reports $627M of its chapter 48 exports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $899M 29% of world exports
- 2 Germany $699M 23% of world exports
- 3 United States $181M 5.9% of world exports
Austria reports $627M of its chapter 48 exports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
World total: $3.1B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $341M 12% of world imports
- 2 France $222M 7.6% of world imports
- 3 Germany $173M 5.9% of world imports
World total: $2.9B 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 4819.50
Brazil does not split HS 4819.50: its NCM code is 4819.50.00.
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 4819.50
What is HS code 481950?
HS code 481950 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Paper and paperboard; packing containers, including record sleeves, of paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding or fibres, n.e.c. in heading no. 4819. This 'not elsewhere specified' (n.e.c.) category covers a diverse range of paper and paperboard packing containers, including record sleeves, that don't fit into the more specific classifications within heading 4819. It's a catch-all for specialized or unique paper-based packaging solutions, often designed for particular products or industries. This can include media packaging, specific food service items, or protective inserts. Importers and exporters in this segment often include niche manufacturers, media companies, food service suppliers, and specialty retailers requiring custom-designed packaging. Key aspects of trade involve bespoke design, protective qualities for delicate items, and specific industry applications that demand non-standard container shapes or functions. The versatility of paper and paperboard allows for innovative solutions captured under this broad classification.
What products fall under HS code 481950?
CD/DVD sleeves, vinyl record sleeves, takeaway food containers (paperboard), blister card backing, paperboard cup holders, small parts trays, seed packets
What are common misclassifications for HS code 481950?
Often confused with 481920 (folding cartons) or 481940 (small bags) if the item has a similar appearance but doesn't fit the specific definitions, as this is a residual category.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 481950?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 481950 in UN Comtrade data were China ($899M, 29% of world exports), Germany ($699M) and the United States ($181M). World exports came to about $3.1B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Austria reports $627M of its chapter 48 exports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 481950?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 481950 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($341M, 12% of world imports), France ($222M) and Germany ($173M). World imports came to about $2.9B, 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 481950 structured?
HS code 481950 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 (50) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 481950?
In Brazil, HS code 481950 is NCM 4819.50.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.