Product classification
HS code for Bamboo paper plates: 4823.61
Paper and paperboard, trays, dishes, plates, cups and the like, of bamboo paper or paperboard.
Classification of bamboo paper plates under HS 4823.61
Bamboo paper plates are classified under HS code 482361 due to their composition and intended use. This heading specifically covers "Paper and paperboard; trays, dishes, plates, cups and the like, of bamboo paper or paperboard." The primary classification factor is the material, which is paper or paperboard derived from bamboo fibers. This distinguishes them from articles made directly from bamboo wood or from other non-bamboo paper types. The "trays, dishes, plates, cups and the like" part of the description precisely matches the form and function of these disposable items, confirming their placement within this specific subheading. The classification emphasizes the processed nature of the bamboo into paper, rather than its raw form.
- Covers
- Disposable bamboo paper plates
- Bamboo paper bowls
- Bamboo paper cups
- Bamboo paper trays
- Other similar disposable tableware made from bamboo paperboard
- Also under 4823.61
- Bambu Home & Kitchen products
- Eco-Products bamboo plates
- Repurpose compostable cups
- Greenprint bamboo fiber tableware
Codes often confused with 4823.61
Common mistake. Bamboo paper plates are sometimes confused with other HS codes. One common misclassification is with HS 4419, which covers "Tableware and kitchenware, of wood." This code would apply if the plates were made directly from bamboo wood, rather than from bamboo-derived paper. Another area of confusion can be HS 4823.90, which encompasses "Other paper and paperboard articles." However, 482361 is more specific for disposable tableware. Furthermore, products made from plastics, even if they incorporate bamboo fibers (e.g., bamboo-plastic composites), would fall under HS 3924 for "Tableware, kitchenware, other household articles and hygienic or toilet articles, of plastics," not under paper and paperboard headings.
Top exporters and importers of HS 482361 (the code used for bamboo paper plates), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 482361 (the code used for bamboo paper plates) 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.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 482361, not only bamboo paper plates.
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 bamboo paper plates
Brazil classifies bamboo paper plates under NCM 4823.61.00: HS 4823.61 with 00 added.
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 bamboo paper plates
What is the HS code for Bamboo paper plates?
The HS code for Bamboo paper plates is 482361 (Paper and paperboard; trays, dishes, plates, cups and the like, of bamboo paper or paperboard). The HS code for bamboo paper plates is 482361. This code specifically covers trays, dishes, plates, cups, and similar articles made from bamboo paper or paperboard.
How do I classify Bamboo paper plates for customs?
Bamboo paper plates is classified under HS code 482361 — Paper and paperboard; trays, dishes, plates, cups and the like, of bamboo paper or paperboard. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are bamboo paper plates classified differently if they are coated or laminated?
Minor coatings or laminations, typically applied for moisture resistance or structural integrity, generally do not alter the classification under HS 482361, provided the essential character of the product remains that of a paper or paperboard article. However, if the coating constitutes a significant proportion or changes the fundamental nature to, for example, a plastic article, re-evaluation under other headings might be necessary.
Which countries are the top exporters of bamboo paper plates (HS 482361)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 482361 (the code used for bamboo paper plates) 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 bamboo paper plates (HS 482361)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 482361 (the code used for bamboo paper plates) 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.
Is the HS code for Bamboo paper plates the same in all countries?
The base HS code 482361 for Bamboo paper plates 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 bamboo paper plates in Brazil?
In Brazil, bamboo paper plates (HS 482361) is classified under NCM 4823.61.00.