Product classification
HS code for Coated paper sheets: 4810.14
Paper and paperboard, coated with kaolin or other inorganic substances, for printing/writing/graphics, having 10% or less by weight of total fibres got mechanical/chemi-mechanical process, sheets, sides 435mm or less by 297mm or less, unfolded,.
Classification of coated paper sheets under HS 4810.14
The classification of coated paper sheets under HS code 4810.14 is determined by three primary factors: the nature of the coating, the composition of the base paper, and the physical dimensions of the finished product. This code specifically covers paper and paperboard that has been coated on one or both sides with kaolin (China clay) or other inorganic substances. These substances are typically applied to enhance the surface properties for high-quality printing, writing, or graphic arts. A critical technical requirement for this classification is that the base paper must contain no more than 10% by weight of total fiber content obtained by a mechanical or chemi-mechanical process. This means the paper is primarily composed of chemical wood pulp, which provides higher strength and brightness. Furthermore, the product must be presented in rectangular or square sheets where no side exceeds 435 mm in the unfolded state, and the other side does not exceed 297 mm. This size constraint, which roughly corresponds to the A3 paper size or smaller, distinguishes it from larger format sheets or rolls. The coating must be applied using a binder and must result in a surface that is significantly different from the base paper in terms of smoothness and opacity.
- Covers
- A4 size coated inkjet paper for high-resolution graphics
- A3 size clay-coated paper for professional brochures
- Small format coated paperboard for business cards
- Inorganic coated art paper in sheets under 435mm x 297mm
- Coated writing paper for premium stationery sets
- Also under 4810.14
- Sappi Magno Gloss
- UPM Finesse Gloss
- Arctic Paper G-Print
- Domtar Lynx Opaque
- Mohawk Superfine
Codes often confused with 4810.14
Common mistake. This product is frequently confused with HS code 4810.13, which covers the exact same material but in rolls rather than sheets. Another common error is classifying these sheets under 4810.19, which is reserved for sheets that exceed the 435mm by 297mm dimension limit. Additionally, if the paper is coated with organic substances like plastic, wax, or bitumen, it must be classified under heading 4811. Importers often fail to verify the mechanical fiber percentage; if the mechanical fiber exceeds 10%, the product may fall under 4810.22 or 4810.29 depending on the weight and format.
Top exporters and importers of HS 481014 (the code used for coated paper sheets), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 481014 (the code used for coated paper sheets) in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 19% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 25% 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 481014, not only coated paper sheets.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Germany $13M 19% of world exports
- 2 Netherlands $12M 17% of world exports
- 3 United States $8.1M 11% of world exports
World total: $71M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $38M 25% of world imports
- 2 Netherlands $18M 12% of world imports
- 3 Canada $11M 7.1% of world imports
World total: $149M 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 paper sheets
Brazil splits HS 4810.14 into 5 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 4810.14.10Coated woodfree paper, sheets up to 360 mm
- 4810.14.81Metallised woodfree over 150 g/m², small sheets
- 4810.14.82Baryta-coated woodfree over 150 g/m², small sheets
- 4810.14.89Other coated woodfree over 150 g/m², small sheets
- 4810.14.90Other coated woodfree up to 150 g/m², small sheets
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 paper sheets
What is the HS code for Coated paper sheets?
The HS code for Coated paper sheets is 481014 (Paper and paperboard; coated with kaolin or other inorganic substances, for printing/writing/graphics, having 10% or less by weight of total fibres got mechanical/chemi-mechanical process, sheets, sides 435mm or less by 297mm or less, unfolded,). The specific HS code for coated paper sheets with 10% or less mechanical fiber and dimensions not exceeding 435mm x 297mm is 4810.14.
How do I classify Coated paper sheets for customs?
Coated paper sheets is classified under HS code 481014 — Paper and paperboard; coated with kaolin or other inorganic substances, for printing/writing/graphics, having 10% or less by weight of total fibres got mechanical/chemi-mechanical process, sheets, sides 435mm or less by 297mm or less, unfolded,. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include paper coated with plastic?
No, HS code 4810.14 is strictly for paper coated with inorganic substances like kaolin or calcium carbonate. Plastic-coated paper is classified under heading 4811, specifically 4811.51 or 4811.59.
Which countries are the top exporters of coated paper sheets (HS 481014)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 481014 (the code used for coated paper sheets) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($13M, 19% of world exports), the Netherlands ($12M) and the United States ($8.1M). World exports came to about $71M, 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 paper sheets (HS 481014)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 481014 (the code used for coated paper sheets) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($38M, 25% of world imports), the Netherlands ($18M) and Canada ($11M). World imports came to about $149M, 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 paper sheets the same in all countries?
The base HS code 481014 for Coated paper sheets 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 paper sheets in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 481014 into 5 NCM codes, so the right one for coated paper sheets depends on the product's details: 4810.14.10 (Coated woodfree paper, sheets up to 360 mm), 4810.14.81 (Metallised woodfree over 150 g/m², small sheets), 4810.14.82 (Baryta-coated woodfree over 150 g/m², small sheets), 4810.14.89 (Other coated woodfree over 150 g/m², small sheets), 4810.14.90 (Other coated woodfree up to 150 g/m², small sheets).