HS Code for White kraft paperboard
HS code 4804.52 is the specific classification for heavy-gauge white kraft paperboard. This classification is determined by the weight of the product, which must be 225 g/m2 or more, and its chemical composition. Like all products in heading 4804, it must be uncoated and consist of at least 95% by weight of wood fibers obtained through the chemical sulfate or soda processes. The "white" designation requires the board to be bleached uniformly throughout the mass, ensuring that the internal fibers are as white as the surface. This is a high-strength material used for heavy-duty packaging, liquid containers, and structural paper products. The classification follows the hierarchical structure of the Harmonized System, where heading 4804 is divided by weight brackets and then by the degree of bleaching. Accurate classification requires a grammage test to confirm the weight exceeds the 225 g/m2 threshold and a fiber analysis to confirm the kraft process was used.
Products Included
- Heavy bleached kraft linerboard (>225 g/m2)
- Solid bleached sulfate (SBS) board (uncoated, >225 g/m2)
- Bleached kraft carrier board
- Uncoated liquid packaging board (bleached throughout)
Common Misclassification
This product is often misclassified under HS code 4804.51, which covers unbleached kraft paperboard of the same weight. Another common error is using HS code 4804.42, which is for the same material but in a lower weight bracket (150-225 g/m2). Furthermore, if the paperboard is coated with plastic or minerals, it would be moved to heading 4811 or 4810 respectively. Importers must also distinguish this from multi-ply paperboard in heading 4805, which is made of different layers of pulp rather than a uniform bleached kraft mass.
FAQ
What is the HS code for white kraft paperboard?
The HS code for uncoated, uniformly bleached kraft paperboard weighing 225g/m2 or more is 4804.52.
How is "kraft" paperboard defined for customs?
Kraft paperboard must have at least 95% of its fiber content derived from chemical sulfate or soda wood pulp processes, providing superior strength compared to other pulping methods.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HS code for White kraft paperboard?
The HS code for White kraft paperboard is 480452 (Kraft paper and paperboard; uncoated, weight 225g/m2 or more, bleached uniformly throughout, more than 95% of total fibre content consists of chemically processed wood fibres, in rolls or sheets).
How do I classify White kraft paperboard for customs?
White kraft paperboard is classified under HS code 480452 — Kraft paper and paperboard; uncoated, weight 225g/m2 or more, bleached uniformly throughout, more than 95% of total fibre content consists of chemically processed wood fibres, in rolls or sheets. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is the HS code for White kraft paperboard the same in all countries?
The base HS code 480452 for White kraft paperboard is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.