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HSChapter 48
U.S. imports of coated, impregnated, or treated paper, paperboard, and cellulose wadding (nesoi) (HS 481190) totaled $43.8M in April 2026, traded with 44 countries.
Last updated: April 2026 dataGermany and South Korea lead US imports under this broad residual heading, which captures specialty treated papers — including latex-impregnated stock, flock-covered board, direct thermal paper, handmade coated paper, and ultra-lightweight tissue — that don't fit more specific coated-paper subheadings. Direct thermal coated paper (used in receipt and label printing) has its own dedicated lines (4811908030 and 4811909030), reflecting its commercial significance in point-of-sale and logistics labeling. The heading's NESOI scope means classification here is valid only after exhausting more specific coated-paper headings in Chapter 48. With over a dozen 10-digit lines, correct entry requires matching the product's coating type, basis weight, and physical form to the precise line.
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The US schedule separates direct thermal coated paper by physical format: 4811908030 covers rolls and sheets in wide-dimension format (width greater than 15 cm, length greater than 36 cm, height greater than 15 cm), while 4811909030 covers direct thermal paper in other forms. Importers should match the declared dimensions of the roll or sheet to the applicable line and confirm with the supplier's product specification sheet.
Latex impregnation penetrates the paper fiber matrix rather than forming a surface film, giving the substrate flexibility, tear resistance, and wet strength that surface coatings cannot achieve. This makes latex-impregnated paper the preferred material for masking tape backings, abrasive-paper substrates, and industrial filtration media — end-uses where the mechanical properties of the base sheet are as important as the surface treatment.
| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CANADA | $5.5M | $11.3M | +$5.9M |
| KOREA, SOUTH | $13.9M | $19K | -$13.9M |
| MEXICO | $2.6M | $5.3M | +$2.7M |
| GERMANY | $5.6M | $935K | -$4.7M |
| JAPAN | $2.9M | $85K | -$2.8M |
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