HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 4820.90 – Paper or paperboard; stationery n.e.c. in heading no. 4820
HS code 4820.90 is the 6-digit subheading for paper or paperboard, stationery n.e.c. in heading no. 4820. It is used for notebooks, diaries, address books, binders and folders.
What HS 4820.90 covers
This category encompasses a diverse range of paper and paperboard stationery items not specifically classified elsewhere within heading 4820. It's a crucial segment in international trade, reflecting the global demand for office supplies, educational materials, and general-purpose paper products. Importers typically include large retail chains, office supply distributors, and educational institutions in developed economies, while exporters often come from countries with significant pulp and paper industries, such as China, Indonesia, and various European nations. Key things to know involve the increasing shift towards sustainable and recycled paper products, driven by consumer demand and regulations like EUDR and EUTR, which impact sourcing and traceability. The trade in these goods is influenced by economic cycles, educational spending, and the ongoing digital transformation, though physical stationery remains essential for many applications.
- Covers
- Notebooks
- Diaries
- Address books
- Binders
- Folders
- Desk pads
- Loose-leaf paper
- Memo blocks
- Examples
- Moleskine notebooks
- Leuchtturm1917 journals
- Oxford spiral notebooks
- Avery binders
Codes often confused with 4820.90
Common mistake. This code can be confused with 482010 (account books, notebooks) or 482050 (albums for samples or collections), as it covers "n.e.c." items, meaning anything not specifically listed in other 4820 subheadings.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 482090, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 482090 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 29% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the Netherlands, 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 China $68M 29% of world exports
- 2 United Kingdom $21M 8.8% of world exports
- 3 Germany $16M 6.5% of world exports
World total: $239M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Netherlands $58M 18% of world imports
- 2 Nigeria $31M 9.9% of world imports
- 3 United States $19M 6.1% of world imports
World total: $319M 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 4820.90
Brazil does not split HS 4820.90: its NCM code is 4820.90.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 48.20 →
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 4820.90
What is HS code 482090?
HS code 482090 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Paper or paperboard; stationery n.e.c. in heading no. 4820. This category encompasses a diverse range of paper and paperboard stationery items not specifically classified elsewhere within heading 4820. It's a crucial segment in international trade, reflecting the global demand for office supplies, educational materials, and general-purpose paper products. Importers typically include large retail chains, office supply distributors, and educational institutions in developed economies, while exporters often come from countries with significant pulp and paper industries, such as China, Indonesia, and various European nations. Key things to know involve the increasing shift towards sustainable and recycled paper products, driven by consumer demand and regulations like EUDR and EUTR, which impact sourcing and traceability. The trade in these goods is influenced by economic cycles, educational spending, and the ongoing digital transformation, though physical stationery remains essential for many applications.
What products fall under HS code 482090?
Notebooks, diaries, address books, binders, folders, desk pads, loose-leaf paper, memo blocks
What are common misclassifications for HS code 482090?
This code can be confused with 482010 (account books, notebooks) or 482050 (albums for samples or collections), as it covers "n.e.c." items, meaning anything not specifically listed in other 4820 subheadings.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 482090?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 482090 in UN Comtrade data were China ($68M, 29% of world exports), the United Kingdom ($21M) and Germany ($16M). World exports came to about $239M, 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 482090?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 482090 in UN Comtrade data were the Netherlands ($58M, 18% of world imports), Nigeria ($31M) and the United States ($19M). World imports came to about $319M, 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 482090 structured?
HS code 482090 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 (90) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 482090?
In Brazil, HS code 482090 is NCM 4820.90.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.