Product classification
HS code for Stamp albums: 4820.50
Paper and paperboard, albums for samples or for collections.
Classification of stamp albums under HS 4820.50
Stamp albums are classified under HS code 4820.50. This code falls under Heading 4820, which includes registers, account books, notebooks, and similar articles of paper or paperboard. Subheading 4820.50 is specifically designated for albums for samples or for collections. Even if the album contains plastic sleeves or protective mounts, if the primary structure or the binding is of paper or paperboard, or if it is a traditional philatelic album with paper pages, it remains in Chapter 48. The classification is based on the function of the article as a stationary item for organization and preservation. The Harmonized System groups these items with other paper-based office and school supplies because they share similar manufacturing processes and material bases. This code is used by collectors and commercial distributors to import and export specialized storage solutions for philately and other hobbyist collections.
- Covers
- Philatelic stamp albums
- Coin albums with paper or cardboard pages
- Sample books for fabrics or wallpapers
- Scrapbooks for collections
- Stock books for stamps
- Also under 4820.50
- Lighthouse stamp albums
- Ultra Pro trading card binders
- Pioneer photo albums
- fabric swatch books from textile manufacturers
- coin collection albums
Codes often confused with 4820.50
Common mistake. Stamp albums are often misclassified under HS code 4911.91, which covers printed pictures, designs, and photographs. However, 4911 is for products where the printing is the primary value, whereas 4820.50 is for the functional container or book. Another common error is using HS code 3926.90 for plastic albums. If the album is entirely made of plastic without any paper components, it may be classified in Chapter 39. However, most traditional albums with paper pages or bindings are strictly 4820.50. It is also important not to confuse these with binders or folders classified under 4820.30, which do not contain the specific pages for collections.
Top exporters and importers of HS 482050 (the code used for stamp albums), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 482050 (the code used for stamp albums) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 48% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 13% 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 482050, not only stamp albums.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $121M 48% of world exports
- 2 Germany $19M 7.6% of world exports
- 3 France $19M 7.4% of world exports
World total: $251M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $23M 13% of world imports
- 2 France $23M 13% of world imports
- 3 United States $13M 7.2% of world imports
World total: $173M 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 stamp albums
Brazil classifies stamp albums under NCM 4820.50.00: HS 4820.50 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 stamp albums
What is the HS code for Stamp albums?
The HS code for Stamp albums is 482050 (Paper and paperboard; albums for samples or for collections). The HS code for stamp albums and other albums for collections or samples is 4820.50.
How do I classify Stamp albums for customs?
Stamp albums is classified under HS code 482050 — Paper and paperboard; albums for samples or for collections. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are the stamps inside the album classified under this code?
No, the stamps themselves are classified under HS code 9704.00 if they are used or not of current issue, or under 4907.00 if they are new and of current issue in the country of destination.
Which countries are the top exporters of stamp albums (HS 482050)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 482050 (the code used for stamp albums) in UN Comtrade data were China ($121M, 48% of world exports), Germany ($19M) and France ($19M). World exports came to about $251M, 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 stamp albums (HS 482050)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 482050 (the code used for stamp albums) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($23M, 13% of world imports), France ($23M) and the United States ($13M). World imports came to about $173M, 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 Stamp albums the same in all countries?
The base HS code 482050 for Stamp albums 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 stamp albums in Brazil?
In Brazil, stamp albums (HS 482050) is classified under NCM 4820.50.00.