HS Code 4807
Composite Paper and Paperboard
HS code 4807 covers composite paper and paperboard made by sticking layers together with an adhesive, without being surface-coated or impregnated.
4-digit Section XFCL
HS Code 4807 — Composite Paper and Paperboard
Composite paper is made by bonding two or more layers of paper together with an adhesive. It is used when specific thickness or internal reinforcement is needed without surface coating.
What's included
- Laminated paper without coating
- Internally reinforced paperboard
- Multi-ply adhesive-bonded board
What's excluded
- Cardboard with plastic coating → use
4811(Surface-coated or impregnated composite papers fall under 4811.)
Common examples
- Duplex paperboard bonded with adhesive
- Internally reinforced asphalt-laminated paper
- Adhesive-bonded multi-layer greyboard
Frequently asked questions
How does this differ from standard paperboard?
Standard paperboard is usually formed as a single sheet from the pulp; composite paper is explicitly glued together from existing layers.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 0% - 4%
- Documentation: Check if the adhesive contains restricted substances for certain markets.
- Typical shipping mode: FCL
- Top exporters: Germany, China, Netherlands, USA
- Top importers: United Kingdom, France, Canada, Poland
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Key takeaway
Used for heavy-duty non-coated industrial boards made of multiple glued layers.
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