HS Code:
Composite paper and paperboard (HS Code: 4807) refers to products made by sticking flat layers of paper or paperboard together with an adhesive. These products are not surface-coated or impregnated and may or may not be internally reinforced. Available in rolls or sheets, they are widely used in packaging, construction, and industrial applications due to their strength and versatility. This category excludes products like wallpaper or similar wall coverings and focuses on multi-layered, adhesive-bonded materials.
Total Trade Volume
Approximately $1.2 billion USD
Data from 2022
Source
United Nations Comtrade Database
$250 million USD
20.8% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
$200 million USD
16.7% of total trade of total trade
Stable
$180 million USD
15.0% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
$120 million USD
10.0% of total trade of total trade
Stable
$100 million USD
8.3% of total trade of total trade
Decreasing
Average Rate
5.2% ad valorem
Highest Rate
12% (applied by certain developing countries)
Lowest Rate
0% (under free trade agreements like EU Single Market or USMCA)
Growing demand for sustainable packaging solutions
Increased use of composite paperboard in eco-friendly packaging, driven by consumer preference for recyclable materials
2021-2023
Shift towards e-commerce packaging
Rising need for durable, lightweight composite materials to support global online retail growth
2020-2022
Technological advancements in adhesive bonding
Improved product strength and reduced production costs, boosting market competitiveness
2019-2022
The European Union introduced stricter environmental regulations under the Green Deal, mandating sustainable sourcing and recycling practices for paper and paperboard products.
January 2023
Increased production costs for non-compliant exporters but opened opportunities for eco-certified suppliers.
A new phase of the US-China trade agreement reduced tariffs on certain paper products, including composite paperboard, to ease tensions and boost bilateral trade.
March 2022
Led to a 10% increase in Chinese exports of composite paperboard to the US market.
Ongoing disruptions due to geopolitical tensions and port delays have affected the supply of raw materials for composite paperboard production.
Mid-2022
Resulted in price volatility and temporary shortages in key markets like North America and Europe.