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48209000
PAPER AND PAPERBOARD; ARTICLES OF PAPER PULP, OF PAPER OR OF PAPERBOARDRegisters, account books, notebooks, order books, receipt books, letter pads, memorandum pads, diaries and similar articles, exercise books, blotting pads, binders (loose-leaf or other), folders, file covers, manifold business forms, interleaved carbon sets and other articles of stationery, of paper or paperboard; albums for samples or for collections and book covers, of paper or paperboard

Other

Standard EU duty
0%
VAT
23%
Additional duties / sanctions
0 rules
Docs required
6 docs
N954U045U078U079Y997Y984
Preferences
ERGA OMNES 0%GB 0%
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Binding Tariff Information

BTI classification examples

FRgold24-03311

Paper block with glitter sheets for creative work

paperboardGRI 1GRI 2bGRI 3bGRI 6
DEgold748/25-1

Scratch art set: paper block with plastic foil and wooden stylus

paperboardGRI 1GRI 2bGRI 3bGRI 5bGRI 6
DEgold375/25-1

Paper airplane folding book with tear-out sheets

paperGRI 1GRI 3bGRI 6
DEgold940/25-1

Paper table cards with farm scene prints

paperGRI 1GRI 5bGRI 6
DEgold908/23-1

Clipboard with notepad set

paperboardGRI 1GRI 2bGRI 3bGRI 5bGRI 6

BTI (Binding Tariff Information) is an official EU customs decision confirming the classification of goods. Valid for 3 years, binding across all EU member states.

Characteristics and tariff classification of CN code 482090

CN code 482090 covers other stationery articles of paper such as letter pads, exercise books and other office products.

EUDR requirements and import regulations

Paper products classified under CN code 482090 are subject to EUDR Regulation (EU) 2023/1115 since 30 December 2024, as paper and paperboard are wood-derived products covered by this regulation. The importer must submit a due diligence statement through the European Commission information system, confirming that the wood raw material used for pulp production does not originate from areas deforested after 31 December 2020. The procedure includes supply chain identification, risk assessment and risk mitigation. The statement reference number is required in the customs declaration. For products intended for food contact, Regulation (EC) 1935/2004 on food contact materials applies, requiring a declaration of conformity and migration testing. Tariff rates should be verified in the TARIC system.

Practical trade and customs clearance aspects

Importing goods classified under CN code 482090 requires filing a customs declaration with the correct CN code and attaching required documentation. The commercial invoice should contain a detailed description of goods enabling correct tariff classification. The importer must hold an EORI number and comply with the Union Customs Code (Regulation (EU) 952/2013). Tariff rates should be verified in the European Commission TARIC system. Preferential tariff rates may be available under free trade agreements concluded by the EU, provided rules of origin are met. The GSP system may offer reduced rates for imports from developing countries. VAT is charged at the national rate upon import.

Importing office supplies and stationery CN 4820 90

Office supplies and stationery under CN 4820 90 imported into the EU follow standard customs procedures. Classification depends on the specific product – labels, notebooks, binders, and envelopes have different subheadings. No special permits are required for these products. Standard customs duty and import VAT apply.

Frequently asked questions

What documents are required when importing goods under CN code 482090?
Importing requires a customs declaration with CN code 482090, a commercial invoice with detailed goods description, transport documents, an EUDR due diligence statement with reference number, and any additional regulatory documents. Origin documents are needed for applying preferential tariff rates under FTA agreements or the GSP system.
Are goods under code 482090 subject to the EUDR regulation?
Yes. Since 30 December 2024, products under CN code 482090 are subject to Regulation (EU) 2023/1115 on deforestation-free products. The importer must submit a due diligence statement confirming legal sourcing and no link to deforestation after 31 December 2020. This obligation applies to every shipment imported into the EU.
How to check the current tariff rate for code 482090?
The current tariff rate for CN code 482090 should be verified in the European Commission TARIC system, which contains full information on MFN rates, preferential rates, duty suspensions and trade measures. The TARIC system is available free of charge online and is regularly updated.
What duty applies to stationery articles CN 4820 90?
Stationery articles CN 4820 90 are subject to conventional customs duty and import VAT. No special import permits are required. Check the current duty rate in the TARIC database.