HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 4822.90 – Paper pulp, paper or paperboard; bobbins, spools, cops and similar supports, other than of a kind used for winding textile yarn (whether or not perforated or hardened)
HS code 4822.90 is the 6-digit subheading for paper pulp, paper or paperboard, bobbins, spools, cops and similar supports, other than of a kind used for winding textile yarn (whether or not perforated or hardened). It is used for industrial paper cores, film winding spools, tape cores, label backing tubes and paper tubes for packaging.
What HS 4822.90 covers
This category encompasses bobbins, spools, cops, and similar supports made from paper pulp, paper, or paperboard, but specifically *not* for winding textile yarn. This broad "other" category covers a vast array of industrial and commercial applications, from winding films, foils, and tapes to packaging and core materials for various products. The international trade is extensive, driven by diverse manufacturing sectors. Importers include producers of plastics, metals, packaging materials, and even electrical components, found globally. Exporters are typically specialized manufacturers of industrial paper cores and tubes, often located in countries with robust paper industries and advanced manufacturing capabilities, such as China, the USA, and Germany. Key factors in this trade include the strength, concentricity, and specific dimensions required for different winding applications, as well as the increasing demand for recycled and recyclable materials.
- Covers
- Industrial paper cores
- Film winding spools
- Tape cores
- Label backing tubes
- Paper tubes for packaging
- Paper bobbins for wire
- Paper cores for flexible packaging
- Examples
- Sonoco industrial cores
- Corex paper tubes
- Smurfit Kappa cores
- International Paper industrial packaging
Codes often confused with 4822.90
Common mistake. This code is distinguished from 482210 by the explicit exclusion of textile yarn winding applications; misclassification often occurs if the end-use is not clearly defined.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 482290, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 482290 in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 21% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was France, with 12% 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 Germany $96M 21% of world exports
- 2 China $48M 10% of world exports
- 3 Italy $26M 5.7% of world exports
World total: $464M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 France $52M 12% of world imports
- 2 Germany $34M 7.6% of world imports
- 3 United States $27M 6.0% of world imports
World total: $444M 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 4822.90
Brazil does not split HS 4822.90: its NCM code is 4822.90.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 48.22 →
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 4822.90
What is HS code 482290?
HS code 482290 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Paper pulp, paper or paperboard; bobbins, spools, cops and similar supports, other than of a kind used for winding textile yarn (whether or not perforated or hardened). This category encompasses bobbins, spools, cops, and similar supports made from paper pulp, paper, or paperboard, but specifically *not* for winding textile yarn. This broad "other" category covers a vast array of industrial and commercial applications, from winding films, foils, and tapes to packaging and core materials for various products. The international trade is extensive, driven by diverse manufacturing sectors. Importers include producers of plastics, metals, packaging materials, and even electrical components, found globally. Exporters are typically specialized manufacturers of industrial paper cores and tubes, often located in countries with robust paper industries and advanced manufacturing capabilities, such as China, the USA, and Germany. Key factors in this trade include the strength, concentricity, and specific dimensions required for different winding applications, as well as the increasing demand for recycled and recyclable materials.
What products fall under HS code 482290?
Industrial paper cores, film winding spools, tape cores, label backing tubes, paper tubes for packaging, paper bobbins for wire, paper cores for flexible packaging
What are common misclassifications for HS code 482290?
This code is distinguished from 482210 by the explicit exclusion of textile yarn winding applications; misclassification often occurs if the end-use is not clearly defined.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 482290?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 482290 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($96M, 21% of world exports), China ($48M) and Italy ($26M). World exports came to about $464M, 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 482290?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 482290 in UN Comtrade data were France ($52M, 12% of world imports), Germany ($34M) and the United States ($27M). World imports came to about $444M, 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 482290 structured?
HS code 482290 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (48) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (22) 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 482290?
In Brazil, HS code 482290 is NCM 4822.90.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.