Travel Guide Book
A comprehensive travel guidebook with maps, descriptions, and tips, bound as a book. It is not purely promotional, as it provides substantive travel information, and falls 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 guidebook is primarily promotional or advertising material.
Chapter Note 5 excludes advertising publications from heading 49.01.
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
• Ensure the guidebook is not essentially devoted to advertising, such as a tourist brochure
• Provide the book's ISBN and publisher for customs clearance
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