HS 4901 — Printed books
Harmonized System heading · Chapter 49 Printed books and printed matter
HS Code
4-digit heading
Chapter 49
Chapter 49 Printed books and printed matter
Typical duty
By subheading & market
What HS 4901 covers
Books, newspapers, pictures, prints, postage stamps and other printed matter.
Classification notes
Content type (book vs picture vs stamp) drives classification.
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Frequently asked questions about HS 4901
What is HS 4901?
Printed books is a 4-digit Harmonized System (HS) heading under Chapter 49 (Printed books and printed matter). It groups goods before national 6-digit subheadings.
Which products are classified under HS 4901?
Printed books covers the products described by this heading. To classify a specific good, determine the precise 6-digit HS subheading, since rates and rules apply at the subheading level.
How do I find the import duty for HS 4901 goods?
Identify the 6-digit subheading for your product, then check the MFN rate and any preferential rate for your destination market (e.g. China, the United States, the EU). 169e’s country tariff pages list rates per HS chapter.
What should I watch for when classifying HS 4901 products?
Content type (book vs picture vs stamp) drives classification.