Product classification
HS code for Paper bobbins: 4822.90
Paper pulp, paper or paperboard, bobbins, spools, cops and similar supports, other than of a kind used for winding textile yarn (whether or not perforated or hardened).
Classification of paper bobbins under HS 4822.90
Paper bobbins are classified under HS code 4822.90 because they are cylindrical or conical supports made of paper pulp, paper, or paperboard. According to the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI) 1 and 6, products are classified based on the terms of the headings and subheadings. Heading 4822 specifically covers bobbins, spools, cops, and similar supports. The classification is further refined to the 4822.90 subheading because these particular bobbins are intended for uses other than winding textile yarn. These supports are typically manufactured by winding layers of paperboard or paper pulp into a rigid structure, often hardened with resins or adhesives to withstand the tension of the materials wound upon them, such as plastic films, metal foils, or other paper products. The distinction between textile and non-textile use is critical for customs compliance, as the physical properties and industrial applications differ significantly between the two categories.
- Covers
- Industrial paper spools for plastic film
- Paperboard cores for aluminum foil
- Conical paper bobbins for non-textile winding
- Cylindrical paper tubes for adhesive tape
- Paperboard cops for industrial wire winding
- Also under 4822.90
- Sonoco industrial cores
- Corex paper tubes
- Smurfit Kappa cores
- International Paper industrial packaging
Codes often confused with 4822.90
Common mistake. The most frequent misclassification occurs with HS code 4822.10, which is reserved specifically for bobbins and spools used for winding textile yarn. Importers often confuse these because the physical appearance may be similar, but the intended industrial application dictates the code. Additionally, plastic bobbins are often incorrectly classified here; however, if the primary material is plastic, they must be classified under HS code 3923.40. Another common error involves heavy-duty paper tubes used in construction, which may fall under 4823.90 if they do not function as a winding support.
Top exporters and importers of HS 482290 (the code used for paper bobbins), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 482290 (the code used for paper bobbins) in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 21% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was France, 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 482290, not only paper bobbins.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Germany $96M 21% of world exports
- 2 China $48M 10% of world exports
- 3 Italy $26M 5.7% of world exports
World total: $464M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 France $52M 12% of world imports
- 2 Germany $34M 7.6% of world imports
- 3 United States $27M 6.0% of world imports
World total: $444M 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 paper bobbins
Brazil classifies paper bobbins under NCM 4822.90.00: HS 4822.90 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 paper bobbins
What is the HS code for Paper bobbins?
The HS code for Paper bobbins is 482290 (Paper pulp, paper or paperboard; bobbins, spools, cops and similar supports, other than of a kind used for winding textile yarn (whether or not perforated or hardened)). The HS code for paper bobbins not used for textile yarn is 4822.90. If they are used for textile yarn, the code is 4822.10.
How do I classify Paper bobbins for customs?
Paper bobbins is classified under HS code 482290 — Paper pulp, paper or paperboard; bobbins, spools, cops and similar supports, other than of a kind used for winding textile yarn (whether or not perforated or hardened). This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are paperboard cores for stretch film classified here?
Yes, paperboard cores used for winding stretch film or other plastic wraps are classified under 4822.90 as they are non-textile supports.
Which countries are the top exporters of paper bobbins (HS 482290)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 482290 (the code used for paper bobbins) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($96M, 21% of world exports), China ($48M) and Italy ($26M). World exports came to about $464M, 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 paper bobbins (HS 482290)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 482290 (the code used for paper bobbins) in UN Comtrade data were France ($52M, 12% of world imports), Germany ($34M) and the United States ($27M). World imports came to about $444M, 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 Paper bobbins the same in all countries?
The base HS code 482290 for Paper bobbins 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 paper bobbins in Brazil?
In Brazil, paper bobbins (HS 482290) is classified under NCM 4822.90.00.