Paper, Paperboard & Paper Articles

Name: Chapter 48: Paper, Paperboard & Paper Articles
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HS 48Chapter2-digit

U.S. imports · August 2026: $1.7B

U.S. exports · August 2026: $1.2B

Balance · August 2026: Loading the trade balance

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Paper, Paperboard & Paper Articles

HS 48Chapter2-digit

U.S. imports · August 2026: $1.7B

U.S. exports · August 2026: $1.2B

Balance · August 2026: −$560.2M; Trade deficit

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Headings

22 · ranked by total trade

Balance · August 2026: −$560.2M; Trade deficit

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Chapter 48 · 101 products

Share of all U.S. imports0.51%

Chapter 48 · $1.7B of $336.2B

12-month trend

ImportsExports

Imports

$1.7BYoY · free account

Exports

$1.2BYoY · free account

Low of 8 reported months · imports

Low · free account

$1.7B$0

September 2025February 2026August 2026

Through August 2026 · imports 8 of 12 months reported, exports 8 of 12 months reported. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.

Where it comes from, where it lands, what it pays

Imports · August 2026

Countries

origin

Canada and Mexico together supply 44% of it. China pays 32.7% duty; Mexico 0.1%.

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Tariff programs

rate provision · imports

44.6% enters free of duty.

Dutiable - HTS chapter 99 rate (duty reported)53.9%$925.3M
Free under HTS chapter 9942.6%$732.3M
Free under HTS chapters 1-97, or chapter 98 special provisions1.9%$32.2M
Bonded warehouse or Foreign Trade Zone (duty deferred)1.0%$16.9M
Dutiable - HTS chapter 99 rate (duty not calculated)0.6%$9.5M

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I determine whether a coated paper falls under heading 4810 (kaolin-coated) versus heading 4811 (other coated)?

Heading 4810 applies specifically to paper and paperboard coated on one or both sides with kaolin (china clay) or other inorganic substances, with or without a binder, and with no other coating. If the coating uses an organic substance such as wax, plastic, or a non-inorganic pigment as the primary coating agent, or if the paper has been impregnated rather than surface-coated, it falls under heading 4811. The composition of the coating layer is the determining factor.

Where does corrugated cardboard packaging classify—at the board stage or the finished-box stage?

Corrugated paper and paperboard in rolls or sheets, before being made into boxes, classifies under heading 4808. Once the corrugated material is cut, scored, and folded into cartons, boxes, or cases—whether flat or erected—it moves to heading 4819. The stage of conversion at the time of importation determines the correct heading.

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HS Packfactory
Supplier
Shenzhen, ChinaManufacturerListing verified Aug 2026
HS Packfactory is a factory-direct branded paper packaging manufacturer in Shenzhen, China, founded in 1999. We support overseas brands, importers, distributors and procurement teams with custom folding cartons, rigid setup boxes, paper ba…
- 4819.20Folding Cartons, Boxes & Cases of Non-Corrugated Paper or Paperboard
Prolook Athletic
Supplier
Sialkot, PakistanManufacturerListing verified Oct 2026
Sialkot-based OEM, ODM and private-label manufacturer of sportswear, teamwear, performance apparel, workwear and bags, established in 2007. Apparel includes team uniforms (soccer, basketball, American football, ice hockey), jerseys, tracks…
- 4819.30Large Paper Sacks & Bags (Base Width 40 cm or More)
- 4201.00Saddlery, Harness, and Animal Accessories of Any Material
- 4202.92Plastic Sheeting & Textile Outer Surface Bags, Cases & Containers (NESOI)
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Animal, Vegetable & Microbial Fats, Oils & Waxes

$1.8B

Wood & Articles of Wood$1.7B

Edible Fruit, Nuts & Citrus Peel$1.7B

Made-Up Textile Articles, Worn Clothing & Rags$1.4B

Prepared Cereals, Flour, Starch & Bakers' Wares$1.4B

Miscellaneous Base Metal Articles$1.3B

Prepared & Preserved Vegetables, Fruit & Nuts$1.3B

Coffee, Tea, Maté & Spices$1.2B

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HS Packfactory
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Shenzhen, ChinaManufacturerListing verified Aug 2026
HS Packfactory is a factory-direct branded paper packaging manufacturer in Shenzhen, China, founded in 1999. We support overseas brands, importers, distributors and procurement teams with custom folding cartons, rigid setup boxes, paper ba…
- 4819.20Folding Cartons, Boxes & Cases of Non-Corrugated Paper or Paperboard
Prolook Athletic
Supplier
Sialkot, PakistanManufacturerListing verified Oct 2026
Sialkot-based OEM, ODM and private-label manufacturer of sportswear, teamwear, performance apparel, workwear and bags, established in 2007. Apparel includes team uniforms (soccer, basketball, American football, ice hockey), jerseys, tracks…
- 4819.30Large Paper Sacks & Bags (Base Width 40 cm or More)
- 4201.00Saddlery, Harness, and Animal Accessories of Any Material
- 4202.92Plastic Sheeting & Textile Outer Surface Bags, Cases & Containers (NESOI)
- +6 more

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Where it comes from, where it lands, what it pays

Imports · August 2026

Countries

origin

Canada and Mexico together supply 44% of it. China pays 32.7% duty; Mexico 0.1%.

All 122 countries →

Districts

customs district

States

destination

All states →

Ports

entry

Tariff programs

rate provision · imports

44.6% enters free of duty.

Dutiable - HTS chapter 99 rate (duty reported)53.9%$925.3M
Free under HTS chapter 9942.6%$732.3M
Free under HTS chapters 1-97, or chapter 98 special provisions1.9%$32.2M
Bonded warehouse or Foreign Trade Zone (duty deferred)1.0%$16.9M
Dutiable - HTS chapter 99 rate (duty not calculated)0.6%$9.5M

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12-month trend

ImportsExports

Imports

$1.7BYoY · free account

Exports

$1.2BYoY · free account

Low of 8 reported months · imports

Low · free account

$1.7B$0

September 2025February 2026August 2026

Through August 2026 · imports 8 of 12 months reported, exports 8 of 12 months reported. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.

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