About HS Code 482050
This category includes paper and paperboard albums specifically designed for samples or collections. These specialized albums cater to hobbyists, collectors, and businesses needing to organize and display various items such as stamps, coins, photographs, trading cards, or fabric swatches. They often feature protective sleeves, pockets, or specific layouts to safely house and present the collected items. Importers and exporters include stationery suppliers, hobby stores, specialized retailers, and manufacturers who use these albums for product sample presentations. Key considerations in this trade are archival quality (to protect contents), protective features, customizable layouts, and aesthetic appeal. The market is driven by the enduring popularity of collecting hobbies and the professional need for organized sample presentation, ensuring a niche but consistent demand in international trade.
Products Under This Code
Stamp albums, coin albums, photo albums (traditional), trading card binders, fabric sample books, swatch books, postcard albums
Real World Examples
Lighthouse stamp albums, Ultra Pro trading card binders, Pioneer photo albums, fabric swatch books from textile manufacturers, coin collection albums
Common Misclassification
Can be confused with 482030 (binders) if it's a ring-bound album, or 482010 (notebooks) if it's a simple bound book without specific collection features.
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 4820.50
Industry
This code belongs to the Paper & Printing industry.
Trade Overview
Germany, the USA, and China are key players in the international trade of albums for samples or collections.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 482050?
HS code 482050 covers: Paper and paperboard; albums for samples or for collections. This category includes paper and paperboard albums specifically designed for samples or collections. These specialized albums cater to hobbyists, collectors, and businesses needing to organize and display various items such as stamps, coins, photographs, trading cards, or fabric swatches. They often feature protective sleeves, pockets, or specific layouts to safely house and present the collected items. Importers and exporters include stationery suppliers, hobby stores, specialized retailers, and manufacturers who use these albums for product sample presentations. Key considerations in this trade are archival quality (to protect contents), protective features, customizable layouts, and aesthetic appeal. The market is driven by the enduring popularity of collecting hobbies and the professional need for organized sample presentation, ensuring a niche but consistent demand in international trade.
What products fall under HS code 482050?
Stamp albums, coin albums, photo albums (traditional), trading card binders, fabric sample books, swatch books, postcard albums
What are common misclassifications for HS code 482050?
Can be confused with 482030 (binders) if it's a ring-bound album, or 482010 (notebooks) if it's a simple bound book without specific collection features.
How is HS code 482050 structured?
HS code 482050 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (48) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (20) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (50) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.