HS Chapter 48 · Average MFN duty rates across 12 countries · 1,000 tariff lines · Updated 2026-03-29
Average Most Favoured Nation applied tariff rates for Paper and paperboard (HS Chapter 48). These are the standard rates applied to WTO members without a preferential trade agreement.
| Country | Avg. MFN Rate | |
|---|---|---|
| Brazil | 12.0% | |
| Mexico | 10.0% | |
| India | 10.0% | |
| Thailand | 7.5% | |
| UAE | 5.0% | |
| China | 5.0% | |
| Australia | 4.5% | |
| South Africa | 4.3% | |
| United States | 0.0% | |
| France | 0.0% | |
| United Kingdom | 0.0% | |
| Germany | 0.0% |
MFN rates for the most traded subheadings in Chapter 48. Rates vary significantly within a chapter. Always verify at the 8 or 10-digit commodity code level for your specific product.
| HS Code | Description | IN | GB | US | CN | DE | BR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 480255 | 20.1% | 10.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 5.0% | 0.0% | 12.0% |
| 480220 | 20.1% | 10.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 5.0% | 0.0% | 12.0% |
| 480240 | 20.1% | 10.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 5.0% | 0.0% | 12.0% |
| 480210 | 20.1% | 10.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 5.0% | 0.0% | 12.0% |
| 480254 | 20.1% | 10.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 5.0% | 0.0% | 12.0% |
| 480100 | 20.1% | 10.0% | - | 0.0% | - | - | 12.0% |
These trade agreements reduce or eliminate duty on Chapter 48 goods. Using the correct FTA certificate of origin can significantly reduce landed costs.
| HS Code | Route | Agreement | Rate | Saving |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 480100 | Argentina → Uruguay | MERCOSUR-INT | Save 16.0% | |
| 480100 | Brazil → Uruguay | MERCOSUR-INT | Save 16.0% | |
| 480100 | Chile → Uruguay | MERCOSUR-CL | Save 16.0% | |
| 480100 | Argentina → Uruguay | MERCOSUR-INT | Save 16.0% | |
| 480100 | Brazil → Uruguay | MERCOSUR-INT | Save 16.0% | |
| 480100 | Chile → Uruguay | MERCOSUR-CL | Save 16.0% | |
| 480100 | Argentina → Uruguay | MERCOSUR-INT | Save 16.0% | |
| 480100 | Brazil → Uruguay | MERCOSUR-INT | Save 16.0% | |
| 480100 | Chile → Uruguay | MERCOSUR-CL | Save 16.0% | |
| 480220 | Argentina → Uruguay | MERCOSUR-INT | Save 16.0% |
In addition to customs duty, these indirect taxes apply at the border. Rates shown are the standard rate. Reduced or zero rates may apply for specific subheadings.
| Country | Tax Type | Standard Rate |
|---|---|---|
| UAE | VAT | 5% |
| Australia | GST | 10% |
| Brazil | IPI | 5% |
| China | VAT | 9% |
| United Kingdom | VAT | 20% |
| India | GST | 18% |
| Mexico | VAT | 16% |
| Thailand | VAT | 7% |
| South Africa | VAT | 15% |
Active trade remedy measures on Chapter 48 products. These duties apply in addition to MFN rates and cannot be avoided through FTA preferences.
| HS Code | Measure | Route | Duty | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 48025610 | Anti Dumping | None → South Africa | 14.8% | Definitive |
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Calculate free →Data sources: National customs authorities (CBIC India, HMRC UK, USITC, CBP, SARS), WTO Tariff Profiles, and official government gazette notifications. Rates shown are MFN applied rates as of 2026-03-29. Bound rates may differ. Specific duty components (per-unit duties) are not shown in percentage comparisons. Always verify rates with the relevant customs authority before making commercial decisions.