Product classification
HS code for Bleached kraftliner: 4804.19
Kraft paper and paperboard, kraftliner, uncoated, bleached, in rolls or sheets, other than that of heading no. 4802 or 4803.
Classification of bleached kraftliner under HS 4804.19
This classification applies to kraftliner, which is a specific type of kraft paper and paperboard primarily used as the facing material for corrugated board. The product must be uncoated and have undergone a bleaching process. It is typically supplied in rolls or sheets. The "other than that of heading no. 4802 or 4803" clause is important, as it excludes certain coated papers or specific types of paper and paperboard (e.g., for writing, printing, or other graphic purposes, or household/sanitary uses) that might otherwise share some characteristics. This code specifically targets bleached kraftliner for packaging applications.
- Covers
- Bleached virgin fibre kraftliner for corrugated packaging
- Bleached mottled kraftliner (if uncoated)
- Bleached white top kraftliner (if uncoated and not falling under 4802/4803)
- Other bleached kraftliner products used as outer layers for corrugated board, meeting the uncoated criteria.
- Also under 4804.19
- BillerudKorsnäs White Top Kraftliner
- Stora Enso AvantForte WhiteTop
- International Paper Bleached Containerboard
- WestRock Bleached Kraftliner
Codes often confused with 4804.19
Common mistake. This code is often confused with unbleached kraftliner, which falls under HS code 480411. The presence or absence of bleaching is the primary differentiator. It can also be confused with other bleached kraft paperboards, such as those under 480442, which are general bleached kraft paperboards with specific weight ranges, but not necessarily designated as "kraftliner" with its implied end-use and strength properties. The term "kraftliner" itself implies a specific product category within kraft paper and paperboard.
Top exporters and importers of HS 480419 (the code used for bleached kraftliner), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 480419 (the code used for bleached kraftliner) in UN Comtrade data was Sweden, with 37% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 16% 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 480419, not only bleached kraftliner.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Sweden $592M 37% of world exports
- 2 Canada $249M 15% of world exports
- 3 United States $165M 10% of world exports
World total: $1.6B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $317M 16% of world imports
- 2 Germany $180M 9.2% of world imports
- 3 Italy $159M 8.1% of world imports
World total: $2.0B 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 bleached kraftliner
Brazil classifies bleached kraftliner under NCM 4804.19.00: HS 4804.19 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 bleached kraftliner
What is the HS code for Bleached kraftliner?
The HS code for Bleached kraftliner is 480419 (Kraft paper and paperboard; kraftliner, uncoated, bleached, in rolls or sheets, other than that of heading no. 4802 or 4803). The Harmonized System (HS) code for uncoated, bleached kraftliner, supplied in rolls or sheets, and not falling under the specific exclusions of headings 4802 or 4803, is 480419.
How do I classify Bleached kraftliner for customs?
Bleached kraftliner is classified under HS code 480419 — Kraft paper and paperboard; kraftliner, uncoated, bleached, in rolls or sheets, other than that of heading no. 4802 or 4803. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What distinguishes kraftliner from other kraft paperboard in HS classification?
Kraftliner is specifically designed for use as the outer layers (liners) of corrugated board, emphasizing high strength, stiffness, and printability. While other kraft paperboards (e.g., under 480442) may share similar material compositions, the term "kraftliner" in the HS code implies this specific structural and functional role in packaging, often with distinct technical specifications.
Which countries are the top exporters of bleached kraftliner (HS 480419)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 480419 (the code used for bleached kraftliner) in UN Comtrade data were Sweden ($592M, 37% of world exports), Canada ($249M) and the United States ($165M). World exports came to about $1.6B, 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 bleached kraftliner (HS 480419)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 480419 (the code used for bleached kraftliner) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($317M, 16% of world imports), Germany ($180M) and Italy ($159M). World imports came to about $2.0B, 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.
Is the HS code for Bleached kraftliner the same in all countries?
The base HS code 480419 for Bleached kraftliner 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 bleached kraftliner in Brazil?
In Brazil, bleached kraftliner (HS 480419) is classified under NCM 4804.19.00.