About HS Code 481960
This HS code covers paper and paperboard articles designed for organization and storage in offices, shops, or similar environments. This includes items like box files, letter trays, and storage boxes, which are typically more rigid and durable than simple packaging, intended for repeated use. These products are essential for document management, archiving, and maintaining order in administrative and retail settings. Importers and exporters include office supply companies, stationery manufacturers, large retailers, and businesses requiring bulk organizational solutions. Key factors in this trade are the durability of the paperboard, ease of assembly (often flat-packed for shipping), design for efficient space utilization, and increasingly, the use of recycled or sustainably sourced materials. The demand for these items remains steady across various sectors globally.
Products Under This Code
Archiving box files, desk letter trays, magazine files, document storage boxes, presentation boxes, paperboard filing cabinets, desktop organizers
Real World Examples
IKEA KVARNVIK storage boxes, Fellowes Bankers Box, Leitz magazine files, Staples document storage boxes, Smead box files
Common Misclassification
Can be confused with 482030 (binders, folders, file covers) if the item is primarily for holding documents rather than a box-like storage solution, or 481920 if it's a simple folding carton not intended for office organization.
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.
Products Classified Under 4819.60
Industry
This code belongs to the Paper & Printing industry.
Trade Overview
The USA, Germany, and China are prominent in the international trade of these office and shop organizational articles.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 481960?
HS code 481960 covers: Paper and paperboard; box files, letter trays, storage boxes and similar articles, used in offices, shops or the like of paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding or webs of cellulose fibres. This HS code covers paper and paperboard articles designed for organization and storage in offices, shops, or similar environments. This includes items like box files, letter trays, and storage boxes, which are typically more rigid and durable than simple packaging, intended for repeated use. These products are essential for document management, archiving, and maintaining order in administrative and retail settings. Importers and exporters include office supply companies, stationery manufacturers, large retailers, and businesses requiring bulk organizational solutions. Key factors in this trade are the durability of the paperboard, ease of assembly (often flat-packed for shipping), design for efficient space utilization, and increasingly, the use of recycled or sustainably sourced materials. The demand for these items remains steady across various sectors globally.
What products fall under HS code 481960?
Archiving box files, desk letter trays, magazine files, document storage boxes, presentation boxes, paperboard filing cabinets, desktop organizers
What are common misclassifications for HS code 481960?
Can be confused with 482030 (binders, folders, file covers) if the item is primarily for holding documents rather than a box-like storage solution, or 481920 if it's a simple folding carton not intended for office organization.
How is HS code 481960 structured?
HS code 481960 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 (60) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.