Professional Membership Directory
An annual printed roster of members for a professional association, listing names, specialties, and contacts. Classified in HTS 4901.99.00.30 as a directory under printed books and similar matter.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| šØš³China | Free | +20.0% | 20% |
| š²š½Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| šØš¦Canada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| š©šŖGermany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| šÆšµJapan | Free | +12.5% | 12.5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If trade association yearbook
Yearbooks by trade associations are often seen as advertising, moving to 4911.
If music-related
Directories of musicians or sheet music listings classify under specific printed matter subheadings.
If transfers like decals
Directories with adhesive transfers shift out of Chapter 49.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code ā and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
ā¢ Obtain association certification to prove it's a membership listing, not a promotional catalog
ā¢ Watch for sets of multiple issues, which remain in 4901 per chapter notes
ā¢ Declare if embossed or photocopied, as these count as 'printed' per Chapter Note 2
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