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4903.00.00.00 - Children's picture, drawing or coloring books 🖩

Details

FieldValue
Unit of QuantityNo.
General Rate of Duty (Column 1 - General)Free
Special Rate of Duty (Column 1 - Special)N/A
Column 2 Rate of DutyFree
Quota QuantityN/A
Additional DutiesN/A
About Duty Rates: Rates are divided into Column 1 and Column 2. Column 1 is subdivided into General (normal trade relations rates for all countries not eligible for special programs) and Special (preferential rates for countries with free trade agreements or preference programs). Column 2 rates apply to products from Cuba, North Korea, Belarus, and Russia. When no special rate exists for a classification, General rates apply.

Overview

HTS Code 4903.00.00.00 specifically classifies children's picture, drawing, or coloring books. These are publications primarily intended for young children, characterized by a significant presence of illustrations, and designed for activities such as viewing, coloring, or drawing. The content is typically simplified and visually driven, catering to early learning and developmental stages.

This category is distinct from other publications within Chapter 49 by its specific target audience and intended use. Unlike general books (Chapter 4901) which are primarily text-based with accompanying illustrations, or newspapers and periodicals (Chapter 4902) which contain current news and articles, these items are designed for interactive engagement by children. They are differentiated from printed pictures and photographs (Chapter 4911) by their book format and their primary function as an activity rather than purely for display or information dissemination.

As a leaf node, 4903.00.00.00 does not have further subdivisions. Therefore, classification under this heading relies on the definitive characteristics of the item being a book designed for children's engagement through pictures, drawing, or coloring. Key classification considerations include the age range of the intended user, the proportion of illustrations to text, and the interactive nature of the publication.

Frequently Asked Questions

›What is HTS code 4903.00.00.00?
HTS code 4903.00.00.00 covers Children's picture, drawing or coloring books under the US Harmonized Tariff Schedule. It falls under Chapter 49: Printed books, newspapers, pictures and other products of the printing industry; manuscripts, typescripts and plans.
›What products are classified under 4903.00.00.00?
This classification covers Children's picture, drawing or coloring books. It falls under Chapter 49: Printed books, newspapers, pictures and other products of the printing industry; manuscripts, typescripts and plans.
›What is the import duty rate for 4903.00.00.00?
The general rate of duty for HTS 4903.00.00.00 is Free. The Column 2 rate is Free.
›What unit of quantity is used for 4903.00.00.00?
Imports under HTS 4903.00.00.00 are measured in No..

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