Product classification
HS code for Coated packaging board: 4810.92
Paper and paperboard, multi-ply, coated with kaolin or other inorganic substances only, for non-graphic purposes, n.e.c. in heading no. 4810, in rolls or sheets.
Classification of coated packaging board under HS 4810.92
HS code 4810.92 is the classification for multi-ply paperboard that is coated with kaolin or other inorganic substances and intended for non-graphic packaging applications. Multi-ply board is characterized by its layered construction, where different types of pulp (such as chemical, mechanical, or recycled pulp) are pressed together during the manufacturing process. This allows the board to achieve a specific thickness and stiffness while remaining cost-effective. The "coated" requirement means that at least one side of the board is treated with minerals like clay to create a printable surface. This subheading is a residual category (n.e.c.) for multi-ply boards that do not meet the specific requirements for kraft board or graphic-grade paper. It is the primary classification for many types of retail packaging materials. The classification is determined by the multi-ply structure, the weight (typically over 150g/m2), and the intended use in the packaging industry. This code falls under Chapter 48, which governs the international trade of paper and paperboard products.
- Covers
- Coated duplex board with a grey or white back
- White Lined Chipboard (WLC)
- Multi-ply folding boxboard (FBB)
- Coated recycled paperboard for consumer goods
- Coated triplex board
- Clay-coated newsback (CCNB) board
- Also under 4810.92
- Metsä Board Pro FBB
- Stora Enso CKB (multi-ply variants)
- Iggesund Invercote Creato
- WestRock Carrier Board
- Graphic Packaging International AquaKote
Codes often confused with 4810.92
Common mistake. HS code 4810.92 is frequently confused with 4810.19 or 4810.29, which are intended for graphic (printing and writing) purposes. It is also often confused with 4810.32, which is reserved for high-purity kraft board; 4810.92 is used when the board is multi-ply and contains mechanical or recycled fibers. Furthermore, corrugated paperboard is classified under 4808 and should not be confused with the flat multi-ply board covered here.
Top exporters and importers of HS 481092 (the code used for coated packaging board), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 481092 (the code used for coated packaging board) in UN Comtrade data was Sweden, with 27% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 12% 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 481092, not only coated packaging board.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Sweden $2.9B 27% of world exports
- 2 Finland $1.9B 17% of world exports
- 3 China $1.7B 15% of world exports
World total: $10.9B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $1.2B 12% of world imports
- 2 United States $757M 7.3% of world imports
- 3 Italy $693M 6.7% of world imports
World total: $10.4B 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 coated packaging board
Brazil splits HS 4810.92 into 2 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 4810.92.10Coated multi-ply paper/board, max 15 cm/360 mm
- 4810.92.90Other coated multi-ply paper and paperboard
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 coated packaging board
What is the HS code for Coated packaging board?
The HS code for Coated packaging board is 481092 (Paper and paperboard; multi-ply, coated with kaolin or other inorganic substances only, for non-graphic purposes, n.e.c. in heading no. 4810, in rolls or sheets). The HS code for multi-ply coated paperboard for non-graphic packaging purposes is 4810.92.
How do I classify Coated packaging board for customs?
Coated packaging board is classified under HS code 481092 — Paper and paperboard; multi-ply, coated with kaolin or other inorganic substances only, for non-graphic purposes, n.e.c. in heading no. 4810, in rolls or sheets. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What does "multi-ply" mean in this context?
Multi-ply refers to paperboard made of two or more layers of pulp joined together by pressure without the use of an adhesive, often using different pulp grades for the inner and outer layers.
Which countries are the top exporters of coated packaging board (HS 481092)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 481092 (the code used for coated packaging board) in UN Comtrade data were Sweden ($2.9B, 27% of world exports), Finland ($1.9B) and China ($1.7B). World exports came to about $10.9B, 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 coated packaging board (HS 481092)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 481092 (the code used for coated packaging board) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($1.2B, 12% of world imports), the United States ($757M) and Italy ($693M). World imports came to about $10.4B, 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 Coated packaging board the same in all countries?
The base HS code 481092 for Coated packaging board 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 coated packaging board in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 481092 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for coated packaging board depends on the product's details: 4810.92.10 (Coated multi-ply paper/board, max 15 cm/360 mm), 4810.92.90 (Other coated multi-ply paper and paperboard).