Roget'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 HTS 4901.91.00.20 as a printed thesaurus, explicitly included in the dictionary subheading. Popular for writers and vocabulary building.
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This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If considered 'other' books not specifically dictionaries
If lacking comprehensive definitions, it may fall into general printed books under 4901.99.
If unbound or in pamphlet form for retail
Brochures or leaflets, even dictionary-like, go to 4911 if not bound books.
If containing maps or globes in relief
Chapter Note 1(b) excludes such items to heading 9023.
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• Label clearly as 'thesaurus' on invoices; distinguish from plain word lists that might go to 4911
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