4901.10.00.40 - Other 🖩
Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Unit of Quantity | kg |
| General Rate of Duty (Column 1 - General) | Free |
| Special Rate of Duty (Column 1 - Special) | N/A |
| Column 2 Rate of Duty | Free |
| Quota Quantity | N/A |
| Additional Duties | N/A |
Overview
This HTS subheading, 4901.10.00.40, encompasses printed matter that is presented in single sheets, irrespective of whether these sheets have been folded. This includes a broad range of unbound informational or promotional materials that are not yet assembled into a bound volume or a publication. Examples commonly falling under this category are individual pages of illustrated encyclopedias, uncollated sheets for calendars, or single, unfolded leaflets designed for distribution.
Distinguishing this category from its sibling, 4901.10.00.20 (Reproduction proofs), is crucial. Reproduction proofs are specifically prepared for the purpose of mechanical reproduction or printing, often containing typesetting and layout instructions, and are generally not intended for direct public distribution as finished printed matter. In contrast, subheading 4901.10.00.40 covers the finished printed sheets themselves, ready for potential binding, assembly, or direct use.
As this subheading represents a leaf node in the HTS classification, there are no further subdivisions. Therefore, careful consideration should be given to the nature and intended use of the printed material in its single-sheet form when making a classification determination. The defining characteristic remains its presentation as unbound sheets.