Product classification
HS code for Sticker paper rolls: 4811.41
Paper and paperboard, self-adhesive, in rolls or sheets, other than goods of heading no. 4803, 4809, or 4810.
Classification of sticker paper rolls under HS 4811.41
Sticker paper rolls are classified under HS code 4811.41. Chapter 48 covers paper and paperboard, and heading 4811 is for paper that has been coated, impregnated, covered, surface-colored, surface-decorated, or printed. Subheading 4811.41 specifically identifies self-adhesive paper and paperboard. This classification applies to paper that has a layer of adhesive applied to one side, typically protected by a release liner, and is presented in rolls or sheets. It excludes products that fall under headings 4803, 4809, or 4810. The primary factor for this classification is the base material (paper) and the functional addition of a self-adhesive layer. This code is used for bulk rolls of sticker paper that will later be cut or printed into individual labels. The classification remains 4811.41 as long as the product is primarily paper-based and self-adhesive, regardless of whether the adhesive is permanent or removable.
- Covers
- Self-adhesive thermal paper rolls
- Pressure-sensitive adhesive paper in bulk rolls
- Glossy or matte sticker paper rolls
- Adhesive-backed craft paper rolls
- Unprinted self-adhesive label stock
- 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. The most frequent misclassification is with HS code 3919, which covers self-adhesive plates, sheets, film, foil, tape, and strip of plastics. If the "sticker" is made of vinyl or polyester instead of paper, it must be moved to Chapter 39. Another common error is using 4821.10, which is for paper labels that are already printed. HS code 4811.41 is generally for the raw material (rolls/sheets) rather than the finished, printed label. Additionally, 4811.49 is used for adhesive paper that is not self-adhesive (e.g., gummed paper).
Top exporters and importers of HS 481141 (the code used for sticker paper rolls), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 481141 (the code used for sticker paper rolls) 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 sticker paper rolls.
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 sticker paper rolls
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 sticker paper rolls
What is the HS code for Sticker paper rolls?
The HS code for Sticker paper rolls 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 sticker paper in rolls or sheets is 4811.41.
How do I classify Sticker paper rolls for customs?
Sticker paper rolls 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.
What if the sticker paper is already printed with designs?
If the paper is already printed and cut to shape as labels, it should be classified under 4821. If it is printed but still in large rolls as a decorative surface covering, it might still fall under 4811 or 4814.
Which countries are the top exporters of sticker paper rolls (HS 481141)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 481141 (the code used for sticker paper rolls) 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 sticker paper rolls (HS 481141)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 481141 (the code used for sticker paper rolls) 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 Sticker paper rolls the same in all countries?
The base HS code 481141 for Sticker paper rolls 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 sticker paper rolls in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 481141 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for sticker paper rolls 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).