Product classification
HS code for Self-adhesive paper: 4811.41
Paper and paperboard, self-adhesive, in rolls or sheets, other than goods of heading no. 4803, 4809, or 4810.
Classification of self-adhesive paper under HS 4811.41
Self-adhesive paper is classified under HS code 481141. This code is part of Chapter 48, which governs paper and paperboard. Heading 4811 covers paper that has been coated, impregnated, covered, surface-colored, surface-decorated, or printed, in rolls or rectangular sheets. Subheading 481141 specifically identifies paper that is self-adhesive. To fall under this code, the paper must be coated with a pressure-sensitive adhesive layer, usually protected by a release liner. This classification excludes products that are already cut to specific shapes other than rectangles (which might fall under 4823) or products that are primarily used as labels (which fall under 4821).
- Covers
- Self-adhesive craft paper in large rolls
- Pressure-sensitive adhesive paper sheets
- Unprinted self-adhesive sticker paper
- Adhesive-backed thermal paper in bulk
- Also under 4811.41
- Avery Label Paper
- 3M Scotch-Brite Self-Adhesive
- Fasson (Avery Dennison) Label Stock
- Ritrama Self-Adhesive Films
- UPM Raflatac Label Materials
Codes often confused with 4811.41
Common mistake. A common misclassification occurs with HS code 482110 or 482190, which are reserved for paper labels of all kinds, whether or not printed. If the self-adhesive paper is already printed with specific designs or text intended for use as a label, 4821 is the more specific heading. Additionally, self-adhesive plastic sheets are often confused with this code but belong in 3919. If the base material is plastic rather than cellulose fibers, 481141 cannot be used.
Top exporters and importers of HS 481141 (the code used for self-adhesive paper), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 481141 (the code used for self-adhesive paper) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 17% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 7.4% 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 481141, not only self-adhesive paper.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $938M 17% of world exports
- 2 United States $466M 8.4% of world exports
- 3 Spain $461M 8.3% of world exports
World total: $5.5B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $417M 7.4% of world imports
- 2 France $368M 6.5% of world imports
- 3 Italy $365M 6.5% of world imports
World total: $5.6B 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 self-adhesive paper
Brazil splits HS 4811.41 into 2 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 4811.41.10Self-adhesive paper, max 15 cm/360 mm
- 4811.41.90Other self-adhesive paper and paperboard
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 self-adhesive paper
What is the HS code for Self-adhesive paper?
The HS code for Self-adhesive paper is 481141 (Paper and paperboard; self-adhesive, in rolls or sheets, other than goods of heading no. 4803, 4809, or 4810). The HS code for self-adhesive paper in rolls or sheets (other than labels) is 481141.
How do I classify Self-adhesive paper for customs?
Self-adhesive paper is classified under HS code 481141 — Paper and paperboard; self-adhesive, in rolls or sheets, other than goods of heading no. 4803, 4809, or 4810. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is double-sided adhesive tape classified here?
No, if the tape has a paper carrier, it might be here, but most industrial adhesive tapes are classified in Chapter 39 (if plastic) or 4823 (if specialized paper strips).
Which countries are the top exporters of self-adhesive paper (HS 481141)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 481141 (the code used for self-adhesive paper) in UN Comtrade data were China ($938M, 17% of world exports), the United States ($466M) and Spain ($461M). World exports came to about $5.5B, 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 self-adhesive paper (HS 481141)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 481141 (the code used for self-adhesive paper) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($417M, 7.4% of world imports), France ($368M) and Italy ($365M). World imports came to about $5.6B, 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.
Is the HS code for Self-adhesive paper the same in all countries?
The base HS code 481141 for Self-adhesive 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 self-adhesive paper in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 481141 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for self-adhesive paper depends on the product's details: 4811.41.10 (Self-adhesive paper, max 15 cm/360 mm), 4811.41.90 (Other self-adhesive paper and paperboard).