HS 4820 — Registers, account books, diaries and similar; albums for samples or collections, of paper or paperboard
Harmonized System heading · Chapter 48 Paper and paperboard
HS Code
4-digit heading
Chapter 48
Chapter 48 Paper and paperboard
Typical duty
By subheading & market
What HS 4820 covers
Newsprint, printing paper, paperboard, and articles of paper or paperboard.
Classification notes
Weight, coating and use determine the subheading; weight limits are critical.
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Frequently asked questions about HS 4820
What is HS 4820?
Registers, account books, diaries and similar; albums for samples or collections, of paper or paperboard is a 4-digit Harmonized System (HS) heading under Chapter 48 (Paper and paperboard). It groups goods before national 6-digit subheadings.
Which products are classified under HS 4820?
Registers, account books, diaries and similar; albums for samples or collections, of paper or paperboard covers the products described by this heading. To classify a specific good, determine the precise 6-digit HS subheading, since rates and rules apply at the subheading level.
How do I find the import duty for HS 4820 goods?
Identify the 6-digit subheading for your product, then check the MFN rate and any preferential rate for your destination market (e.g. China, the United States, the EU). 169e’s country tariff pages list rates per HS chapter.
What should I watch for when classifying HS 4820 products?
Weight, coating and use determine the subheading; weight limits are critical.