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HTS Chapter 49 · Section X

Printed books, newspapers, pictures and other products of the printing industry; manuscripts, typescripts and plans

US import duty rates and HTS classifications for every product in Chapter 49, part of Section X.

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29
rated tariff lines
100%
enter duty-free

Tariff lines in Chapter 49 by duty-rate band

How the 29 rated lines in this chapter distribute across general (MFN) rate ranges

Duty-free29

Source: USITC HTS 2026 As of 2026

About HTS Chapter 49

HTS Chapter 49 - Printed books, newspapers, pictures and other products of the printing industry; manuscripts, typescripts and plans - organizes 80 tariff classifications in the US Harmonized Tariff Schedule. Of these, 29 carry explicit duty rates at the tariff-line level, meaning importers can look up a specific Column 1 General (MFN) rate for every qualifying shipment. Chapter 49 sits within Section X (Pulp of Wood; Paper and Paperboard), which groups commercially related product categories together.

The average general duty rate across all tariff lines in this chapter is not available, with the highest individual rate reaching not available. Duty burden varies widely across tariff lines within this chapter, classification precision matters. Below, each line links to its individual detail page showing General, Special (FTA), and Column 2 rates.

Use this chapter page as the entry point for classifying any product that falls under printed books, newspapers, pictures and other products of the printing industry; manuscripts, typescripts and plans. The tree below preserves the HTS indentation hierarchy (heading → subheading → tariff line), so you can narrow from broad category to specific 8-10 digit code. All data comes from the US International Trade Commission (USITC) HTS 2026 Basic Edition, the official schedule of import duties used by US Customs and Border Protection.

Chapter 49 At a Glance

Tariff distribution statistics for HTS Chapter 49 from USITC 2026 Basic Edition.
Metric Value Notes
Total tariff classifications 80 All headings, subheadings, and tariff lines.
Lines with explicit rates 29 Tariff lines carrying a Column 1 General duty.
Average general rate n/a Mean MFN rate across rated lines.
Highest line rate n/a Peak Column 1 General rate within the chapter.

Source: USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule 2026 Basic Edition. Computed at last data refresh, see methodology.

Tariff Lines

4901 Printed books, brochures, leaflets and similar printed matter, whether or not in single sheets:
4901.10.00 In single sheets, whether or not folded
Free
4901.10.00.20 Reproduction proofs
kg
4901.10.00.40 Other
kg
Other:
4901.91.00 Dictionaries and encyclopedias, and serial installments thereof
Free
4901.91.00.20 Dictionaries (including thesauruses)
No.
4901.91.00.40 Encyclopedias
No.
4901.99.00 Other
Free
4901.99.00.10 Textbooks
No.
4901.99.00.20 Bound newspapers, journals and periodicals provided for in Legal Note 3 to this chapter
No.
4901.99.00.30 Directories
No.
Other:
4901.99.00.40 Bibles, testaments, prayer books and other religious books
No.
4901.99.00.50 Technical, scientific and professional books
No.
Art and pictorial books:
4901.99.00.60 Valued under $5 each
No.
4901.99.00.65 Valued $5 or more each
No.
Other:
4901.99.00.70 Hardbound books
No.
4901.99.00.75 Rack size paperbound books
No.
Other:
4901.99.00.91 Containing not more than 4 pages each (excluding covers)
No.
4901.99.00.92 Containing 5 or more pages each, but not more than 48 pages each (excluding covers)
No.
4901.99.00.93 Containing 49 or more pages each (excluding covers)
No.
4902 Newspapers, journals and periodicals, whether or not illustrated or containing advertising material:
4902.10.00.00 Appearing at least four times a week
kg
Free
4902.90 Other:
4902.90.10.00 Newspaper supplements printed by a gravure process
No.
Free
4902.90.20 Other
Free
4902.90.20.20 Newspapers appearing less than four times per week
kg
4902.90.20.40 Other business and professional journals and periodicals (including single issues tied together for shipping purposes)
No.
4902.90.20.60 Other (including single issues tied together for shipping purposes)
No.
4903.00.00.00 Children's picture, drawing or coloring books
No.
Free
4904.00.00 Music, printed or in manuscript, whether or not bound or illustrated
Free
4904.00.00.20 Sheet music, whether or not stapled or folded, but not otherwise bound
kg
4904.00.00.40 Other
No.
4905 Maps and hydrographic or similar charts of all kinds, including atlases, wall maps, topographical plans and globes, printed:
4905.20.00.00 In book form
No.
Free
4905.90 Other:
4905.90.20.00 Globes
kg
Free
4905.90.60.00 Other
kg
Free
4906.00.00.00 Plans and drawings for architectural, engineering, industrial, commercial, topographical or similar purposes, being originals drawn by hand; handwritten texts; photographic reproductions on sensitized paper and carbon copies of the foregoing
kg
Free
4907.00.00.00 Unused postage, revenue or similar stamps of current or new issue in the country in which they have, or will have, a recognized face value; stamp-impressed paper; banknotes; check forms; stock, share or bond certificates and similar documents of title
kg
Free
4908 Transfers (decalcomanias):
4908.10.00.00 Transfers (decalcomanias), vitrifiable
kg
Free
4908.90.00.00 Other
kg
Free
4909.00 Printed or illustrated postcards; printed cards bearing personal greetings, messages or announcements, whether or not illustrated, with or without envelopes or trimmings:
4909.00.20.00 Postcards
thousands
Free
4909.00.40.00 Other
kg
Free
4910.00 Calendars of any kind, printed, including calendar blocks:
Printed on paper or paperboard in whole or in part by a lithographic process:
4910.00.20.00 Not over 0.51 mm in thickness
kg
Free
4910.00.40.00 Over 0.51 mm in thickness
kg
Free
4910.00.60.00 Other
kg
Free
4911 Other printed matter, including printed pictures and photographs:
4911.10.00 Trade advertising material, commercial catalogs and the like
Free
4911.10.00.20 Printed catalogs relating principally to current offers for the sale of United States products
No.
4911.10.00.40 Printed catalogs, price lists or trade notices, relating to offers, by a person whose principal place of business or bonafide residence is in a foreign country, to sell or rent products of a foreign country or to furnish foreign or international transportation or commercial insurance services
No.
4911.10.00.60 Tourist and other literature (including posters), containing geographic, historical, hotel, institutional, timetable, travel or similar information, principally with respect to places, travel facilities or educational opportunities outside the customs territory of the United States
kg
4911.10.00.80 Other
kg
Other:
4911.91 Pictures, designs and photographs:
4911.91.10.00 Printed over 20 years at time of importation
kg
Free
Printed not over 20 years at time of importation:
4911.91.15.00 Suitable for use in the production of articles of heading 4901
kg
Free
Other:
Lithographs on paper or paperboard:
4911.91.20 Not over 0.51 mm in thickness
Free
4911.91.20.20 Posters
kg
4911.91.20.40 Other
kg
4911.91.30.00 Over 0.51 mm in thickness
kg
Free
4911.91.40 Other
Free
4911.91.40.20 Posters
kg
4911.91.40.40 Other
kg
4911.99 Other:
4911.99.20.00 International customs forms (carnets) and parts thereof, in English or French (whether or not in additional languages)
kg
Free
Other:
4911.99.60.00 Printed on paper in whole or in part by a lithographic process
kg
Free
4911.99.80.00 Other
kg
Free

Frequently Asked Questions

What does HTS Chapter 49 cover? ▼
HTS Chapter 49 covers Printed books, newspapers, pictures and other products of the printing industry; manuscripts, typescripts and plans. It contains 80 individual tariff classifications, of which 29 have specified duty rates. This chapter falls under Section X (Pulp of Wood; Paper and Paperboard).
What is the average tariff rate for Chapter 49? ▼
The average general (MFN) duty rate across all tariff lines in Chapter 49 is not available. The highest individual rate in this chapter is not available. Actual duty on a specific product depends on its precise HTS classification.
How do I find the correct HTS code for my product? ▼
Browse the tariff lines listed below organized by heading and subheading. Each item with an HTS number links to its full detail page showing general, special, and Column 2 duty rates. For complex classifications, consult a licensed customs broker or contact US Customs and Border Protection (CBP).
Are there any duty-free items in Chapter 49? ▼
Yes, many chapters contain items with a "Free" general rate, meaning no duty is assessed for imports from most-favored-nation countries. Look for items marked "Free" in the tariff lines table below. Additional preferential rates may also apply under free trade agreements.
Where does PlainTariff get its tariff data? ▼
All tariff data comes from the U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) 2026 Basic Edition, the official schedule of US import duties.

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Sources: U.S. International Trade Commission Harmonized Tariff Schedule (2026 Basic Edition) and FAO FAOSTAT Trade: Crops and Livestock. See our methodology for how figures are computed.

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