Chapter 4901 — Customs Tariff Headings
Products classified under Tariff item 49.01
Art Reproduction Book Sheets
Single sheets of printed reproductions of artworks with relative text, numbered for binding into volumes. These are printed book sheets in single sheets, classified under 4901.10.00 per Chapter 49 note 4(a).
4901.10.00Assembly Instruction Sheet
A single large folded sheet with step-by-step diagrams and text for furniture assembly. The text provides essential instructions, making it printed matter with subsidiary pictorial content, not purely pictorial, and falls under tariff item 4901.10.00 as a single sheet, whether or not folded.
4901.10.00Biography Book Loose Sheets
Loose single sheets comprising a full biography manuscript for binding. These are printed book sheets in single sheets, classified under 4901.10.00 as printed books in single sheets.
4901.10.00Blue Line Reproduction Proof
A single-sheet diazo reproduction proof used in pre-press to verify page imposition before printing. It is a printed proof in single sheets, not bound, and falls under tariff item 4901.10.00 as printed matter in single sheets.
4901.10.00Children's Picture Book Signatures
Folded single sheets forming signatures of children's picture books, where the pictures are the principal interest and the text is subsidiary. These unbound sheets are designed for binding into a complete book, and are classified under tariff item 4901.10.00 as printed matter in single sheets.
4901.10.00Color Separation Reproduction Proof
A single-sheet proof displaying CMYK color separations for verifying plate-making accuracy in magazine printing. It is a reproduction proof in single sheets, classified under 4901.10.00 as printed matter in single sheets.
4901.10.00Conference Agenda Sheet
A single folded sheet listing sessions, speakers, and venues for events. It is informational printed matter with text as the principal interest, qualifying under tariff item 4901.10.00 as a single sheet, whether or not folded.
4901.10.00Contract Proof for Packaging
An approved single-sheet contract proof for folding carton printing, ensuring colors meet brand standards before production. It is a reproduction proof in single sheets, classified under 4901.10.00 as printed matter in single sheets.
4901.10.00Cookbook Recipe Section Sheets
Single sheets of cookbook recipe sections designed for binding into a complete cookbook. These sheets contain printed text and are intended to form part of a finished book, falling under tariff item 4901.10.00 as printed matter in single sheets.
4901.10.00Digital Proof for Book Reproduction
A high-fidelity inkjet single-sheet proof from digital files, mimicking final book output for client approval. Produced under automatic data processing control, it is a printed proof in single sheets under 4901.10.00.
4901.10.00Dot Etch Reproduction Proof
A single-sheet proof with adjustable dot etching for fine-tuning screen angles in flexographic printing. It is a reproduction proof in single sheets, classified under 4901.10.00 as printed matter in single sheets.
4901.10.00Encyclopedia Volume Signatures
Folded single sheet signatures for individual encyclopedia volumes, designed for binding into complete books. These printed sheets contain text and are intended to form part of a finished encyclopedia, classified under tariff item 4901.10.00 as printed matter in single sheets.
4901.10.00Fiction Novel Page Assemblies
Assembled single sheets of fiction novels for binding into complete books. These sheets contain printed text and are designed to form part of a finished literary work, falling under tariff item 4901.10.00 as printed matter in single sheets.
4901.10.00Folded Event Flyer
A single sheet of glossy paper printed with event details, schedule, and maps, folded into thirds for distribution. It is printed matter in single sheets, whether or not folded, with text and maps, not excluded by chapter notes, so it falls under tariff item 4901.10.00.
4901.10.00Halftone Reproduction Proof
A single-sheet halftone proof used to check dot pattern and screen ruling before plate exposure in newspaper production. It is a reproduction proof in single sheets, classified under 4901.10.00 as printed matter in single sheets.
4901.10.00History Textbook Signatures
Folded signatures of history textbook chapters for binding into complete textbooks. These printed sheets contain text and are designed to form part of a finished educational work, classified under tariff item 4901.10.00 as printed matter in single sheets.
4901.10.00Hotel Information Folio Sheet
A folded single sheet with hotel amenities, local map, and check-in instructions for guests. It is informational printed matter with text as the principal interest, not purely promotional, and falls under tariff item 4901.10.00 as a single sheet, whether or not folded.
4901.10.00Legal Contract Form Sheet
A single folded sheet pre-printed with standard lease agreement terms and blank spaces for customization. It is printed matter in single sheets, whether folded, including typewritten or photocopied content, and falls under tariff item 4901.10.00.
4901.10.00Lithographic Reproduction Proof
A high-resolution single-sheet proof printed using lithographic techniques, used by printers to verify color accuracy and layout before full production runs. It is a reproduction proof in single sheets, classified under 4901.10.00.
4901.10.00Matchprint Digital Proof
A laser-thermal single-sheet Matchprint proof simulating press output for high-end catalog approval. It is a reproduction proof in single sheets, classified under 4901.10.00 as printed matter in single sheets.
4901.10.00Medical Instruction Leaflet
A single sheet patient information leaflet for pharmaceuticals, folded and inserted into packaging, with dosage and side effect details. It is printed matter in single sheets with essential text, falling under tariff item 4901.10.00.
4901.10.00Museum Exhibit Guide Sheet
A folded single sheet map and description of gallery exhibits. It is printed matter with text as the principal interest, not a relief map or globe, and falls under tariff item 4901.10.00 as a single sheet, whether or not folded.
4901.10.00Music Score Single Sheets
Loose single sheets of printed music scores for binding into complete volumes. These sheets contain printed musical notation and are designed to form part of a finished music book, falling under tariff item 4901.10.00 as printed matter in single sheets.
4901.10.00Offset Printing Reproduction Proof
A single-sheet proof generated via offset lithography for approving text and image registration in commercial printing. It is a reproduction proof in single sheets, classified under 4901.10.00.
4901.10.00Pictorial Book Supplements Sheets
Single sheets of pictorial supplements subsidiary to bound volumes, accompanying main books. These sheets contain pictures and are designed to supplement a bound volume, classified under tariff item 4901.10.00 per Chapter 49 Note 4(b).
4901.10.00Poetry Anthology Page Sheets
Single unbound sheets of poetry anthology pages with numbered sequence for book binding. These sheets contain printed text and are designed to form part of a complete poetry collection, falling under tariff item 4901.10.00 as printed matter in single sheets.
4901.10.00Poetry Anthology Sheet
A single folded broadsheet with selected poems and author bios, for literary distribution. It is printed matter in single sheets with text as the principal interest, not bound, and falls under tariff item 4901.10.00.
4901.10.00Prayer Book Unbound Sheets
Single sheets of prayer book pages with sacred texts, prepared for binding into a complete prayer book. These printed sheets contain religious text and are designed to form part of a finished work, classified under tariff item 4901.10.00 as printed matter in single sheets.
4901.10.00Press Sheet Proof
A single-sheet proof from an actual press run for makeready approval in brochure printing. It is a reproduction proof in single sheets, classified under 4901.10.00 as printed matter in single sheets.
4901.10.00Progressive Proof Set Single Sheet
An individual single-sheet from a progressive proof series showing ink buildup layers for color matching. Imported singly, it is a reproduction proof in single sheets under 4901.10.00.
4901.10.00Recipe Card Sheet
A single folded card with printed gourmet recipe, ingredients, and instructions for home use. It is printed matter in single sheets with text as the principal interest, not a children's picture book or advertising leaflet, and falls under tariff item 4901.10.00.
4901.10.00Single Sheet Newsletter
A one-page folded newsletter with articles, events, and community news, unbound. It is printed matter in single sheets, not a bound journal or multi-issue set, and falls under tariff item 4901.10.00 even if it includes advertising, as it is not essentially devoted to advertising.
4901.10.00Single Sheet Printed Brochure
A single large sheet of paper printed on one or both sides and folded once to form a four-panel brochure, typically used for product promotions or event information. It is printed matter in single sheets, whether or not folded, and falls under tariff item 4901.10.00, unless it is essentially devoted to advertising.
4901.10.00Single Sheet Unbound Novel Pages
Loose single sheets containing pages of a novel, designed for binding into a complete book. These sheets include text and are part of a complete literary work, falling under tariff item 4901.10.00 as printed matter in single sheets.
4901.10.00Spectrophotometer Proof
A calibrated single-sheet proof for spectrophotometer reading to standardize color across print runs. It is a reproduction proof in single sheets, classified under 4901.10.00.
4901.10.00Technical Data Sheet
A single folded sheet with engineering specs, charts, and tolerances for components. It is printed matter in single sheets with text and data, not bound or pictorial-only, and falls under tariff item 4901.10.00.
4901.10.00Tri-Fold Product Specification Sheet
A single sheet technical data sheet for machinery, folded into three panels detailing specs, diagrams, and safety info. It is printed matter in single sheets, not a bound booklet or advertising, and falls under tariff item 4901.10.00.
4901.10.00Velox Reproduction Proof
A silver halide single-sheet velox proof providing continuous-tone positive for direct-to-plate printing approval. Despite the photographic process, it is a printed reproduction proof under Chapter 49 note 2, classified in 4901.10.00.
4901.10.00Voter Guide Pamphlet Sheet
A folded single sheet voter information with candidate bios and ballot measures. It is informational printed matter with text as the principal interest, not advertising, and falls under tariff item 4901.10.00.
4901.10.00Wedding Invitation Sheet
An elegantly printed single sheet invitation card, lightly folded, with ceremony details and RSVP info. It is printed matter in single sheets, whether folded, as a non-bound, non-advertising publication, and falls under tariff item 4901.10.00.
4901.91.00American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language
Comprehensive fifth edition with 200,000 entries, regionalisms, and etymologies in a single bound volume. Classified under tariff item 4901.91.00 for its dictionary nature.
4901.91.00Collier's Encyclopedia Reprint Volumes
Reprinted serial volumes of the classic Collier's encyclopedia, bound for collectors and libraries. These volumes are serial instalments of an encyclopedic work, falling under tariff item 4901.91.00.
4901.91.00Collier's Encyclopedia Revised Set
Updated 24-volume encyclopedia with pictorial supplements subsidiary to text, bound for shelving. Under tariff item 4901.91.00 per chapter note 4(b) for subsidiary pictorials in bound volumes.
4901.91.00Encyclopaedia Britannica 15th Edition
A comprehensive multi-volume reference set covering all branches of knowledge in alphabetical order, printed on paper with bound hardcover volumes. Classified under tariff item 4901.91.00 as a traditional encyclopedia.
4901.91.00Encyclopædia Britannica Ultimate Edition
A multi-volume printed encyclopedia set offering in-depth articles on diverse topics from science to history, bound in hardcover. This is a classic encyclopedia, classified under tariff item 4901.91.00.
4901.91.00Encyclopedia Americana Full Collection
Prestigious 30-volume printed encyclopedia with extensive textual content on American and world topics. Tariff item 4901.91.00 for encyclopedias in bound form.
4901.91.00Funk & Wagnalls New Encyclopedia Deluxe Edition
A deluxe 25-volume printed encyclopedia set with alphabetically arranged articles on science, history, and arts. Bound in hardcover volumes with numbered pages, it qualifies as an encyclopedia under tariff item 4901.91.00, which covers dictionaries, encyclopaedias, and serial instalments thereof.
4901.91.00German Brockhaus Encyclopedia Volume
Single volume of the renowned Brockhaus encyclopedia in German, printed and bound. Foreign-language encyclopedias are covered by tariff item 4901.91.00.
4901.91.00Larousse Encyclopedia of Mythology
A hardcover printed reference book compiling myths from various cultures, with detailed textual explanations and indexes. As an encyclopedia focused on mythology, it falls under tariff item 4901.91.00, which covers encyclopaedias in bound form with comprehensive content.
4901.91.00Larousse French-English Dictionary
Bilingual printed dictionary with 120,000 words, idioms, and grammar notes in hardcover binding. Dictionaries, regardless of language, fall under tariff item 4901.91.00.
4901.91.00Merriam-Webster's Collegiate Dictionary
This hardcover dictionary contains comprehensive definitions, pronunciations, and etymologies for over 165,000 words, printed on paper in a bound format. It falls under tariff item 4901.91.00 as a dictionary.
4901.91.00Merriam-Webster's Encyclopedia of World Religions
A single-volume printed encyclopedia specializing in global religions, history, and beliefs, with extensive textual entries and a bound format. It qualifies under tariff item 4901.91.00 as an encyclopedia, covering comprehensive reference works in a single volume.
4901.91.00Oxford English Dictionary Compact Edition
A condensed 12-volume printed dictionary reproducing the full OED entries in smaller format, bound for reference use. It qualifies for tariff item 4901.91.00 as a dictionary.
4901.91.00Roget's Thesaurus of English Words
Printed thesaurus organized thematically with synonyms and antonyms, functioning as a dictionary variant. Classified under tariff item 4901.91.00 as it provides lexical reference akin to dictionaries.
4901.91.00Roget's Thesaurus of English Words and Phrases
Classic thesaurus organized by concepts with over 300,000 synonyms and antonyms in a single bound volume. It qualifies under tariff item 4901.91.00 as a printed thesaurus.
4901.91.00Serial Britannica Book of the Year
Annual serial installment updating the encyclopedia with current events and statistics, printed and bound yearly. Tariff item 4901.91.00 explicitly covers serial instalments of encyclopedias.
4901.91.00Webster's New World College Dictionary
Authoritative desk dictionary for writers with 175,000 entries, synonyms, and usage notes in printed hardcover. Meets tariff item 4901.91.00 criteria as a standard reference dictionary.
4901.91.00World Book Encyclopedia Complete Set
A 22-volume printed encyclopedia set for families and students, featuring alphabetically arranged articles with indexes and bound in hardcover volumes. It falls under tariff item 4901.91.00 as a complete encyclopedia set, with numbered pages suitable for binding.
4901.91.00World Book Encyclopedia Set
A 22-volume alphabetically arranged encyclopedia for students, featuring articles, images, and indexes in printed bound books. Falls under tariff item 4901.91.00 specifically for encyclopedias.
4901.99.00Accounting Principles Textbook
An introductory textbook for business students covering financial accounting, ledgers, and GAAP standards, complete with exercises. It is a printed book designed for binding and educational use, not advertising material. It qualifies under tariff item 4901.99.00 as 'other printed books'.