HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 4823.61 – Paper and paperboard; trays, dishes, plates, cups and the like, of bamboo paper or paperboard
HS code 4823.61 is the 6-digit subheading for paper and paperboard, trays, dishes, plates, cups and the like, of bamboo paper or paperboard. It is used for bamboo paper plates, bamboo paper cups, bamboo paper bowls, bamboo paper food trays and bamboo paper take-out containers.
What HS 4823.61 covers
This HS code specifically covers disposable trays, dishes, plates, cups, and similar articles made from bamboo paper or paperboard. This category is a rapidly growing segment in international trade, driven by increasing consumer and regulatory demand for sustainable and biodegradable alternatives to plastic disposables. Importers include food service providers, restaurants, catering companies, and retail chains, particularly in environmentally conscious markets in North America and Europe. Exporters are predominantly located in countries with abundant bamboo resources and manufacturing capabilities, such as China, Vietnam, and India. Key aspects of this trade involve the biodegradability and compostability certifications, strength, leak resistance, and aesthetic appeal of the products. The market is heavily influenced by environmental policies, consumer preferences for eco-friendly products, and the global push to reduce plastic waste.
- Covers
- Bamboo paper plates
- Bamboo paper cups
- Bamboo paper bowls
- Bamboo paper food trays
- Bamboo paper take-out containers
- Bamboo paper cutlery
- Examples
- Bambu Home & Kitchen products
- Eco-Products bamboo plates
- Repurpose compostable cups
- Greenprint bamboo fiber tableware
Codes often confused with 4823.61
Common mistake. This code is very specific to bamboo paper/paperboard; it is crucial to distinguish it from 482369, which covers similar articles made from other types of paper or paperboard.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 482361, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 482361 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 53% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 28% 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 $14M 53% of world exports
- 2 United States $3.3M 13% of world exports
- 3 France $1.1M 4.1% of world exports
World total: $26M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $14M 28% of world imports
- 2 France $4.5M 8.6% of world imports
- 3 Canada $3.1M 6.0% of world imports
World total: $52M 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 4823.61
Brazil does not split HS 4823.61: its NCM code is 4823.61.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 48.23 →
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 4823.61
What is HS code 482361?
HS code 482361 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Paper and paperboard; trays, dishes, plates, cups and the like, of bamboo paper or paperboard. This HS code specifically covers disposable trays, dishes, plates, cups, and similar articles made from bamboo paper or paperboard. This category is a rapidly growing segment in international trade, driven by increasing consumer and regulatory demand for sustainable and biodegradable alternatives to plastic disposables. Importers include food service providers, restaurants, catering companies, and retail chains, particularly in environmentally conscious markets in North America and Europe. Exporters are predominantly located in countries with abundant bamboo resources and manufacturing capabilities, such as China, Vietnam, and India. Key aspects of this trade involve the biodegradability and compostability certifications, strength, leak resistance, and aesthetic appeal of the products. The market is heavily influenced by environmental policies, consumer preferences for eco-friendly products, and the global push to reduce plastic waste.
What products fall under HS code 482361?
Bamboo paper plates, bamboo paper cups, bamboo paper bowls, bamboo paper food trays, bamboo paper take-out containers, bamboo paper cutlery
What are common misclassifications for HS code 482361?
This code is very specific to bamboo paper/paperboard; it is crucial to distinguish it from 482369, which covers similar articles made from other types of paper or paperboard.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 482361?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 482361 in UN Comtrade data were China ($14M, 53% of world exports), the United States ($3.3M) and France ($1.1M). World exports came to about $26M, 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 482361?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 482361 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($14M, 28% of world imports), France ($4.5M) and Canada ($3.1M). World imports came to about $52M, 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 482361 structured?
HS code 482361 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 (61) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 482361?
In Brazil, HS code 482361 is NCM 4823.61.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.