Product classification
HS code for Paper cutter: 8441.10
Machines, cutting, of all kinds, for making up paper pulp, paper or paperboard.
Classification of paper cutter under HS 8441.10
Paper cutters are classified under HS code 8441.10. This classification falls under Chapter 84, which encompasses mechanical appliances and machinery. Heading 8441 specifically covers machinery for making up paper pulp, paper, or paperboard, and subheading 8441.10 is explicitly reserved for cutting machines. This includes a wide range of industrial equipment such as guillotines, reel slitting and rewinding machines, and cross-cutters used in the paper industry. The classification is determined by the machine's mechanical nature and its specific application in the paper-converting process. These machines are designed to handle bulk quantities of paper or paperboard, providing precise dimensions for subsequent use or sale. Unlike manual hand tools, these are power-operated industrial machines. The distinction is based on the General Rules of Interpretation, specifically GRI 1, which directs classification to the heading that provides the most specific description of the goods.
- Covers
- Industrial paper guillotines
- Paper slitter-rewinders
- Automatic sheet cutters
- Cardboard rotary cutters
- Trimming machines for bookbinding
- Also under 8441.10
- Polar Mohr N 115 PRO Guillotine Cutter
- Bobst Mastercut 106 PER Die-cutter
- Jagenberg Vari-Roll Slitter Rewinder
- Esko Kongsberg C64 Digital Cutter
- Pasaban Synchro Sheeter
Codes often confused with 8441.10
Common mistake. A frequent misclassification occurs with HS code 8214.10, which covers paper knives, letter openers, and similar office hand tools. While both items cut paper, 8214 is for hand-operated tools, whereas 8441.10 is for industrial machinery. Another common error is using 8441.80, which is for "other" paper-making machinery. If the machine's primary function is cutting, 8441.10 must be used as it is more specific. Furthermore, large-scale printing presses that include a cutting unit are sometimes misclassified here; however, if the cutting is auxiliary to the printing process, the entire unit may fall under 8443.
Top exporters and importers of HS 844110 (the code used for paper cutter), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 844110 (the code used for paper cutter) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 27% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 19% of world imports. Mexico reports $125M of its heading 8441 imports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top importers.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 844110, not only paper cutter.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $449M 27% of world exports
- 2 Germany $274M 17% of world exports
- 3 Italy $122M 7.4% of world exports
World total: $1.6B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $323M 19% of world imports
- 2 India $79M 4.7% of world imports
- 3 Germany $76M 4.5% of world imports
Mexico reports $125M of its heading 8441 imports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top importers.
World total: $1.7B 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 paper cutter
Brazil splits HS 8441.10 into 2 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 8441.10.10Slitter-winders over 2,000 m/min
- 8441.10.90Other paper or paperboard cutting machines
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about paper cutter
What is the HS code for Paper cutter?
The HS code for Paper cutter is 844110 (Machines; cutting, of all kinds, for making up paper pulp, paper or paperboard). The HS code for industrial paper cutting machines is 8441.10. Manual office trimmers may fall under different codes depending on their construction.
How do I classify Paper cutter for customs?
Paper cutter is classified under HS code 844110 — Machines; cutting, of all kinds, for making up paper pulp, paper or paperboard. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are slitter-rewinders classified as paper cutters?
Yes, machines that slit large reels of paper into narrower widths (slitter-rewinders) are classified under 8441.10 as they perform a cutting function.
Which countries are the top exporters of paper cutter (HS 844110)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 844110 (the code used for paper cutter) in UN Comtrade data were China ($449M, 27% of world exports), Germany ($274M) and Italy ($122M). World exports came to about $1.6B, 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 cutter (HS 844110)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 844110 (the code used for paper cutter) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($323M, 19% of world imports), India ($79M) and Germany ($76M). World imports came to about $1.7B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Mexico reports $125M of its heading 8441 imports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top importers.
Is the HS code for Paper cutter the same in all countries?
The base HS code 844110 for Paper cutter 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 cutter in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 844110 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for paper cutter depends on the product's details: 8441.10.10 (Slitter-winders over 2,000 m/min), 8441.10.90 (Other paper or paperboard cutting machines).