HS Code Subheading

Paper and paperboard; filter paper and paperboard

4823.20 Subheading
Section X — Pulp of wood or of other fibrous cellulosic material; recovered (waste and scrap) paper or paperboard; paper and paperboard and articles thereof

About HS Code 482320

This HS code covers filter paper and paperboard, specialized materials crucial for separation and purification processes across numerous industries. These products are engineered for specific filtration properties, including pore size, wet strength, and chemical resistance. International trade is significant, driven by the global demand for clean air, water, and purified substances in various manufacturing and laboratory settings. Major importers include manufacturers of automotive filters, coffee filters, laboratory equipment, and industrial filtration systems, found worldwide. Exporters are often specialized paper mills with advanced technical capabilities, primarily located in countries like Germany, the USA, Japan, and Finland, known for their precision paper manufacturing. Key considerations include the specific application requirements, material composition (e.g., cellulose, glass fiber blends), and compliance with industry standards for purity and performance. The market is influenced by environmental regulations and technological advancements in filtration.

Products Under This Code

Coffee filter paper, laboratory filter paper, automotive oil filter media, air filter paper, industrial liquid filter sheets, tea bag paper, medical filter paper

Real World Examples

Whatman filter paper, Melitta coffee filters, H&V (Hollingsworth & Vose) filter media, Ahlstrom-Munksjö filter materials

Common Misclassification

This code is specific to filter media; it can be confused with general industrial papers (e.g., 4805) if the filtration function is not clearly identified as its primary purpose.

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 4823.20

Filter paperCoffee filters

Related Codes

4823.40 Paper and paperboard; rolls, sheets and dials, printed for self-recording apparatus 4823.61 Paper and paperboard; trays, dishes, plates, cups and the like, of bamboo paper or paperboard 4823.69 Paper and paperboard; trays, dishes, plates, cups and the like, of paper or paperboard other than of bamboo 4823.70 Paper pulp; moulded or pressed articles or paper pulp 4823.90 Paper pulp, paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding or webs of cellulose fibres; articles n.e.c. in heading no. 4823

Industry

This code belongs to the Paper & Printing industry.

Trade Overview

Germany, the USA, and China are leading countries in both the import and export of filter paper and paperboard.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 482320?

HS code 482320 covers: Paper and paperboard; filter paper and paperboard. This HS code covers filter paper and paperboard, specialized materials crucial for separation and purification processes across numerous industries. These products are engineered for specific filtration properties, including pore size, wet strength, and chemical resistance. International trade is significant, driven by the global demand for clean air, water, and purified substances in various manufacturing and laboratory settings. Major importers include manufacturers of automotive filters, coffee filters, laboratory equipment, and industrial filtration systems, found worldwide. Exporters are often specialized paper mills with advanced technical capabilities, primarily located in countries like Germany, the USA, Japan, and Finland, known for their precision paper manufacturing. Key considerations include the specific application requirements, material composition (e.g., cellulose, glass fiber blends), and compliance with industry standards for purity and performance. The market is influenced by environmental regulations and technological advancements in filtration.

What products fall under HS code 482320?

Coffee filter paper, laboratory filter paper, automotive oil filter media, air filter paper, industrial liquid filter sheets, tea bag paper, medical filter paper

What are common misclassifications for HS code 482320?

This code is specific to filter media; it can be confused with general industrial papers (e.g., 4805) if the filtration function is not clearly identified as its primary purpose.

How is HS code 482320 structured?

HS code 482320 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (48) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (23) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (20) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.