Product classification
HS code for Art paper rolls: 4810.13
Paper and paperboard, coated with kaolin or other inorganic substances, for printing & writing, graphics, containing no, or not more than 10% by weight of total fibres obtained by mechanical or chemi-mechanical process, in rolls.
Classification of art paper rolls under HS 4810.13
Art paper rolls are classified under HS code 4810.13 because they consist of paper or paperboard coated on one or both sides with kaolin (China clay) or other inorganic substances. This specific subheading is reserved for paper used for printing, writing, or graphic purposes, provided it contains no more than 10% by weight of total fibers obtained by a mechanical or chemi-mechanical process. The classification is further determined by the physical form of the product, which must be in rolls. The coating is essential for achieving the high-quality finish required for fine art reproduction, high-end publishing, and professional photography. The Harmonized System distinguishes these products based on the coating material and the fiber composition to ensure that high-grade graphic papers are separated from industrial or packaging-grade paperboards. To qualify for this code, the coating must be applied in a way that creates a smooth surface suitable for sophisticated ink absorption, which is a hallmark of art-grade materials.
- Covers
- Glossy art paper rolls for offset printing
- Matte-coated graphic paper in roll format
- Clay-coated paperboard for high-end graphics
- Coated fine paper for art catalogs
- Double-sided coated rolls for professional brochures
- Also under 4810.13
- Sappi Magno Gloss
- UPM Finesse
- Stora Enso LumiArt
- Arctic Paper G-Print
- Domtar Lynx Opaque
Codes often confused with 4810.13
Common mistake. Art paper rolls are frequently confused with HS code 4802, which covers uncoated paper used for similar writing or graphic purposes. Another common error is classifying them under 4810.19, which is the correct code for the same material but in sheets rather than rolls. Additionally, paper coated with plastics or wax rather than inorganic substances like kaolin should be classified under 4811.
Top exporters and importers of HS 481013 (the code used for art paper rolls), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 481013 (the code used for art paper rolls) in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 22% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 9.4% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 481013, not only art paper rolls.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Germany $685M 22% of world exports
- 2 Finland $484M 16% of world exports
- 3 Japan $260M 8.5% of world exports
World total: $3.0B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $311M 9.4% of world imports
- 2 United States $247M 7.5% of world imports
- 3 India $215M 6.5% of world imports
World total: $3.3B 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 codes for art paper rolls
Brazil splits HS 4810.13 into 6 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 4810.13.10Coated woodfree paper, rolls up to 15 cm wide
- 4810.13.81Metallised woodfree over 150 g/m², in rolls
- 4810.13.82Baryta-coated woodfree over 150 g/m², rolls
- 4810.13.89Other coated woodfree over 150 g/m², rolls
- 4810.13.91Wet-strength woodfree max 150 g/m², in rolls
- 4810.13.99Other coated woodfree up to 150 g/m², in rolls
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
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 art paper rolls
What is the HS code for Art paper rolls?
The HS code for Art paper rolls is 481013 (Paper and paperboard; coated with kaolin or other inorganic substances, for printing & writing, graphics, containing no, or not more than 10% by weight of total fibres obtained by mechanical or chemi-mechanical process, in rolls). The HS code for art paper rolls coated with kaolin or inorganic substances, containing less than 10% mechanical fiber, is 4810.13.
How do I classify Art paper rolls for customs?
Art paper rolls is classified under HS code 481013 — Paper and paperboard; coated with kaolin or other inorganic substances, for printing & writing, graphics, containing no, or not more than 10% by weight of total fibres obtained by mechanical or chemi-mechanical process, in rolls. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include thermal paper rolls?
No, thermal paper rolls are generally classified under HS code 4811.90 as they involve a heat-sensitive chemical coating rather than the inorganic mineral coatings specified for art paper.
Which countries are the top exporters of art paper rolls (HS 481013)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 481013 (the code used for art paper rolls) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($685M, 22% of world exports), Finland ($484M) and Japan ($260M). World exports came to about $3.0B, 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 art paper rolls (HS 481013)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 481013 (the code used for art paper rolls) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($311M, 9.4% of world imports), the United States ($247M) and India ($215M). World imports came to about $3.3B, 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.
Is the HS code for Art paper rolls the same in all countries?
The base HS code 481013 for Art paper rolls is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for art paper rolls in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 481013 into 6 NCM codes, so the right one for art paper rolls depends on the product's details: 4810.13.10 (Coated woodfree paper, rolls up to 15 cm wide), 4810.13.81 (Metallised woodfree over 150 g/m², in rolls), 4810.13.82 (Baryta-coated woodfree over 150 g/m², rolls), 4810.13.89 (Other coated woodfree over 150 g/m², rolls), 4810.13.91 (Wet-strength woodfree max 150 g/m², in rolls), 4810.13.99 (Other coated woodfree up to 150 g/m², in rolls).