Product classification
HS code for Wallpaper: 4814.90
Wallpaper and similar wall coverings and window transparencies of paper, n.e.c. in heading 4814.
Classification of wallpaper under HS 4814.90
Wallpaper and similar wall coverings are classified under HS code 4814.90 when they consist of paper that has been treated, coated, or decorated for use as a wall or ceiling covering but do not fall under the more specific subheadings of heading 4814. This classification is governed by Note 9 to Chapter 48, which defines wallpaper as paper in rolls, of a width of not less than 45 cm and not more than 160 cm, suitable for wall or ceiling decoration. The 4814.90 code is a residual category for products that are not specifically vinyl-coated (4814.20) or ingrain paper (4814.10). It typically includes paper that is embossed, colored, design-printed, or covered with textile fibers (flock) provided the base remains paper. The classification relies on the product being presented in rolls and intended specifically for permanent attachment to walls or ceilings using adhesive.
- Covers
- Embossed wallpaper not coated with plastics
- Surface-colored wallpaper in rolls
- Design-printed wallpaper on a paper base
- Wallpaper covered with textile flock or powder
- Window transparencies made of paper
- Wall coverings consisting of paper decorated with straw or wood strips
- Also under 4814.90
- Farrow & Ball wallpaper
- Cole & Son wallpaper
- various non-woven wallpaper brands
- Thibaut Designs
Codes often confused with 4814.90
Common mistake. A frequent mistake is classifying vinyl-coated wallpaper under 4814.90; however, if the plastic layer is grained, embossed, or colored and forms the decorative surface, it must be classified under 4814.20. Additionally, wall coverings made entirely of plastics (without a paper backing) are classified in Chapter 39, specifically under HS code 3918.10 or 3918.90, depending on the polymer type.
Top exporters and importers of HS 481490 (the code used for wallpaper), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 481490 (the code used for wallpaper) in UN Comtrade data was Sweden, with 20% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 20% 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 481490, not only wallpaper.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Sweden $73M 20% of world exports
- 2 Germany $55M 15% of world exports
- 3 United Kingdom $38M 11% of world exports
World total: $361M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $66M 20% of world imports
- 2 Netherlands $30M 9.4% of world imports
- 3 United Kingdom $28M 8.7% of world imports
World total: $321M 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 wallpaper
Brazil classifies wallpaper under NCM 4814.90.00: HS 4814.90 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 wallpaper
What is the HS code for Wallpaper?
The HS code for Wallpaper is 481490 (Wallpaper and similar wall coverings and window transparencies of paper; n.e.c. in heading 4814). The HS code for general wallpaper (not vinyl-coated) is 4814.90. Vinyl-coated paper wallpaper is classified under 4814.20.
How do I classify Wallpaper for customs?
Wallpaper is classified under HS code 481490 — Wallpaper and similar wall coverings and window transparencies of paper; n.e.c. in heading 4814. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are self-adhesive wall decals included here?
Generally, no. Self-adhesive stickers or decals are often classified under 4911 as printed matter or 3919 if they are primarily plastic-based and not in the specific roll dimensions required for wallpaper.
Which countries are the top exporters of wallpaper (HS 481490)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 481490 (the code used for wallpaper) in UN Comtrade data were Sweden ($73M, 20% of world exports), Germany ($55M) and the United Kingdom ($38M). World exports came to about $361M, 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 wallpaper (HS 481490)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 481490 (the code used for wallpaper) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($66M, 20% of world imports), the Netherlands ($30M) and the United Kingdom ($28M). World imports came to about $321M, 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 Wallpaper the same in all countries?
The base HS code 481490 for Wallpaper 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 wallpaper in Brazil?
In Brazil, wallpaper (HS 481490) is classified under NCM 4814.90.00.