4901.91.00.40 - Encyclopedias 🖩
Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Unit of Quantity | No. |
| 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 category, 4901.91.00.40, specifically covers encyclopedias. Encyclopedias are defined as works containing comprehensive information on a wide range of subjects or a particular subject, typically arranged in alphabetical order and intended for general reference. This includes both single-volume and multi-volume encyclopedias, as well as serial installments thereof, provided they meet the criteria of being printed matter for reference.
It is crucial to distinguish this category from its sibling, 4901.91.00.20, which covers dictionaries. While both provide reference information, dictionaries focus on defining words and their meanings, etymologies, and usage, whereas encyclopedias aim to provide detailed explanations of topics, concepts, and events. The primary purpose and the scope of the content are the key differentiators.
As a leaf node, this category does not have further subcategories. Therefore, classification into this specific code relies on identifying the item as an encyclopedia, distinct from dictionaries or other printed matter of a similar nature but different purpose, such as atlases or technical manuals. The determining factors remain the comprehensive informational content and its encyclopedic organization.