Product classification

HS code for Heavyweight printing paper: 4802.58

Uncoated paper and paperboard (not 4801 or 4803), printing, writing or graphic, 10% or less by weight of mechanical or chemi-mechanical processed fibre, weighing more than 150g/m2.

Classification of heavyweight printing paper under HS 4802.58

Classification of heavyweight printing paper under HS code 4802.58 is governed by the physical characteristics of the paperboard and the chemical composition of the pulp used. This code is designated for uncoated paper and paperboard used for writing, printing, or other graphic purposes. A defining criterion is that the paper must contain 10% or less by weight of fibers obtained by a mechanical or chemi-mechanical process, often referred to in the industry as "woodfree" paper. The weight is the final deciding factor for this specific subheading; it must exceed 150 grams per square meter (g/m2). This distinguishes it from lighter office papers or standard letterhead. The surface must remain uncoated by inorganic substances like kaolin clay or calcium carbonate, as coated papers are moved to heading 4810. The classification also excludes newsprint (4801) and household/sanitary papers (4803). Accurate measurement of the grammage and a fiber analysis report are often required by customs authorities to verify that the mechanical fiber content does not exceed the 10% limit.

Covers
  • Heavyweight uncoated offset printing paper
  • Uncoated bristol board for graphic arts
  • High-quality drawing paper exceeding 150g/m2
  • Uncoated cardstock for business cards and invitations
  • Woodfree graphic paperboard for premium brochures
Also under 4802.58
  • Neenah Classic Crest Cover
  • Mohawk Strathmore
  • Domtar Cougar Opaque Cover
  • International Paper Accent Opaque (heavy grades).

Codes often confused with 4802.58

Common mistake. Often confused with HS code 4802.57, which covers the same type of paper but with a weight between 40g/m2 and 150g/m2. If the paper has been coated with clay or other substances to improve the printing surface, it must be classified under heading 4810. Another common error is 4802.69, which is used for paper containing more than 10% mechanical fiber. Additionally, if the paper is intended for specialized use like filter paper or wallpaper base, other headings in Chapter 48 may take precedence.

4802.57Uncoated paper and paperboard (not 4801 or 4803); printing, writing or graphic, 10% or less by weight of mechanical or chemi-mechanical processed fibre, weight 40-150g/m2, n.e.c. in item no. 4802.55 or 4802.5648.10Paper and paperboard, coated one or both sides with kaolin (china clay) or inorganic substances, with binder or not, no other coating, surface coloured or not, surface decorated or printed, in rolls or rectangular (including square) sheets, of any size4802.69Uncoated paper and paperboard (not 4801 or 4803); over 10% by weight of mechanical or chemi-mechanical processed fibre, other than rolls, other than sheets 435mm or less by 297mm or less (unfolded)

Top exporters and importers of HS 480258 (the code used for heavyweight printing paper), 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 480258 (the code used for heavyweight printing paper) in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 19% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 8.3% 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 480258, not only heavyweight printing paper.

Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports

  1. 1 Italy $160M
  2. 2 Indonesia $79M
  3. 3 France $79M

World total: $851M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 Germany $77M
  2. 2 United Kingdom $64M
  3. 3 France $56M

World total: $917M 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 heavyweight printing paper

Brazil splits HS 4802.58 into 4 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:

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 heavyweight printing paper

What is the HS code for Heavyweight printing paper?

The HS code for Heavyweight printing paper is 480258 (Uncoated paper and paperboard (not 4801 or 4803); printing, writing or graphic, 10% or less by weight of mechanical or chemi-mechanical processed fibre, weighing more than 150g/m2). The HS code is 4802.58 for uncoated, woodfree paper weighing more than 150g/m2.

How do I classify Heavyweight printing paper for customs?

Heavyweight printing paper is classified under HS code 480258 — Uncoated paper and paperboard (not 4801 or 4803); printing, writing or graphic, 10% or less by weight of mechanical or chemi-mechanical processed fibre, weighing more than 150g/m2. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.

Can this code be used for coated glossy paper?

No, coated papers are classified under heading 4810. HS code 4802.58 is strictly for uncoated varieties.

Which countries are the top exporters of heavyweight printing paper (HS 480258)?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS 480258 (the code used for heavyweight printing paper) in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($160M, 19% of world exports), Indonesia ($79M) and France ($79M). World exports came to about $851M, 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 heavyweight printing paper (HS 480258)?

In 2025, the top importers of HS 480258 (the code used for heavyweight printing paper) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($77M, 8.3% of world imports), the United Kingdom ($64M) and France ($56M). World imports came to about $917M, 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 Heavyweight printing paper the same in all countries?

The base HS code 480258 for Heavyweight 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 heavyweight printing paper in Brazil?

Brazil splits HS 480258 into 4 NCM codes, so the right one for heavyweight printing paper depends on the product's details: 4802.58.10 (Woodfree paper over 150 g/m², max 15 cm/360 mm), 4802.58.91 (Woodfree drawing paper over 150 g/m²), 4802.58.92 (Woodfree kraft paper over 150 g/m²), 4802.58.99 (Other woodfree paper over 150 g/m²).