4901.99.00.70 - Hardbound books 🖩
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, 4901.99.00.70, specifically classifies hardbound books. This classification is reserved for publications that are permanently bound with rigid covers, typically made of cardboard or other stiff material, and covered with materials such as cloth, leather, or plastic. The content within these hardbound books can vary widely, encompassing literary works, reference materials, educational texts, and artistic publications.
Distinguishing this category from its sibling, 4901.99.00.75, is crucial. The sibling category covers "Rack size paperbound books," indicating a classification specifically for books bound with flexible paper covers and of a size commonly found on retail display racks. Therefore, the defining characteristic for 4901.99.00.70 is the presence of a rigid, durable binding as opposed to a flexible, paper cover.
As this node is a leaf node within the HTS structure, there are no further subcategories. Classification under 4901.99.00.70 depends on the presence of a hardbound construction. Any publication not meeting this criterion, or that falls under a more specific provision within Chapter 49, would be classified elsewhere.