Product classification

HS code for Coated printing paper: 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 coated printing paper under HS 4810.13

HS code 4810.13 is designated for coated printing paper presented in rolls. The classification logic follows the same chemical and material standards as other subheadings within 4810, focusing on the application of inorganic substances like kaolin or calcium carbonate. These coatings are essential for achieving the smoothness and ink absorption required for professional printing and graphics. To qualify for this specific code, the paper must be composed of at least 90% chemical wood pulp, meaning that mechanical or chemi-mechanical fibers must not exceed 10% of the total fiber weight. The defining characteristic of 4810.13 is its packaging format; it must be in rolls of any size. This distinguishes it from sheet-fed paper products. The coating must be inorganic; if the paper is coated with plastic, wax, or bitumen, it would fall under a different heading entirely. The coating process usually involves a binder such as starch or latex to adhere the inorganic minerals to the paper surface, creating a uniform finish suitable for offset or digital printing. This material is widely used in the commercial printing industry for magazines, catalogs, and high-end advertising materials where color fidelity and surface gloss are paramount.

Covers
  • Rolls of clay-coated paper for high-speed offset printing
  • Inorganic coated graphic paper in continuous rolls
  • Coated paperboard in rolls for commercial packaging production
  • Lightweight coated paper (LWC) with less than 10% mechanical fiber in rolls
  • Premium coated writing paper in bulk rolls for conversion
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. The most common misclassification occurs with HS code 4810.14, which applies to the same material but in small sheets. Another frequent error involves HS code 4810.22, which is for light-weight coated (LWC) paper in rolls but specifically for paper where more than 10% of the fiber content is mechanical. If the coating is organic (e.g., polyethylene), the product should be moved to heading 4811. Furthermore, if the paper is not coated but merely surface-sized, it might be incorrectly classified here instead of under heading 4802.

4810.14Paper 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,4810.22Paper and paperboard; coated with kaolin or other inorganic substances only, having more than 10% of mechanical or chemi-mechanical processed fibres, for writing, printing or other graphic purposes, light-weight coated paper, in rolls or sheets48.11Paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding and webs of cellulose fibres, coated, impregnated, covered, surface-coloured, decorated or printed, rolls or sheets, other than goods of heading no. 4803, 4809, or 481048.02Uncoated paper and paperboard, used for writing, printing or other graphics, non perforated punch-cards and punch tape paper, in rolls or rectangular sheets, of any size, other than paper of heading 4801 or 4803; hand-made paper and paperboard

Top exporters and importers of HS 481013 (the code used for coated printing paper), 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 481013 (the code used for coated printing paper) 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 coated printing paper.

Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports

  1. 1 Germany $685M
  2. 2 Finland $484M
  3. 3 Japan $260M

World total: $3.0B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 Germany $311M
  2. 2 United States $247M
  3. 3 India $215M

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 coated printing paper

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 coated printing paper

What is the HS code for Coated printing paper?

The HS code for Coated printing paper 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 coated printing paper in rolls, with 10% or less mechanical fiber and inorganic coating, is 4810.13.

How do I classify Coated printing paper for customs?

Coated printing paper 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.

Can this code be used for paper in large sheets?

No, 4810.13 is exclusively for rolls. Large sheets (where at least one side exceeds 435mm) are classified under 4810.19, while smaller sheets are under 4810.14.

Which countries are the top exporters of coated printing paper (HS 481013)?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS 481013 (the code used for coated printing paper) 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 coated printing paper (HS 481013)?

In 2025, the top importers of HS 481013 (the code used for coated printing paper) 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 Coated printing paper the same in all countries?

The base HS code 481013 for Coated printing paper 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 printing paper in Brazil?

Brazil splits HS 481013 into 6 NCM codes, so the right one for coated printing paper 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).