Cookbook Spiral Bound
A spiral-bound cookbook with recipes and photographs, bound in a non-traditional format. Spiral binding qualifies as a book form, and the text is principal, so it is classified under 4901.99.00 as 'other' printed books.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the cookbook is not bound and consists of loose pages.
Unbound printed matter may fall under other headings in Chapter 49.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the spiral binding is permanent and the book is not a set of loose sheets
• Provide a sample or image to CBSA if classification is questioned
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