Encyclopaedia Britannica 15th Edition from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
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