Encyclopedias
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Duty Rate (from China)
Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Products classified under HTS 4901.91.00.40
Encyclopaedia 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 HTS 4901.91.0040 as it is a traditional encyclopedia designed for binding into volumes. Excludes purely pictorial content without substantial text.
World Book Encyclopedia Complete Set
A 22-volume printed encyclopedia set for families and students, featuring alphabetically arranged articles with indexes. Falls under HTS 4901.91.0040 as a dictionary and encyclopedia with numbered pages suitable for binding. Text is principal, distinguishing from picture books.
Merriam-Webster's Encyclopedia of World Religions
A single-volume printed encyclopedia specializing in global religions, history, and beliefs with extensive textual entries. Classified in HTS 4901.91.0040 for its encyclopedia format with bound pages and comprehensive coverage. Not a serial installment or unbound part.
Larousse Encyclopedia of Mythology
A hardcover printed reference book compiling myths from various cultures with detailed textual explanations and indexes. HTS 4901.91.0040 applies as an encyclopedia with assembled sheets in bound form. Excludes originals or antiques over 100 years.
Funk & Wagnalls New Encyclopedia Deluxe Edition
A deluxe 25-volume printed set offering in-depth articles on science, history, and arts in alphabetical format. Fits HTS 4901.91.0040 as serial installments or complete encyclopedias bound suitably. Not essentially advertising per chapter notes.
Collier's Encyclopedia Revised Set
Updated 24-volume encyclopedia with pictorial supplements subsidiary to text, bound for shelving. Under HTS 4901.91.0040 per chapter note 4(b) for subsidiary pictorials in bound volumes. Complete work, not unbound sheets.
Encyclopedia Americana Full Collection
Prestigious 30-volume printed encyclopedia with extensive textual content on American and world topics. HTS 4901.91.0040 for encyclopedias in bound form with pages for volumes. Adheres to 'printed' definition including offset reproduction.