Residential Phone Directory from Germany
An annual printed booklet listing residential telephone subscribers by name and address within a specific city or region. It falls under HTS 4901.99.00.30 as 'directories,' distinct from books or brochures primarily for advertising.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Provide evidence of alphabetical organization and listing format to confirm directory status
• Ensure no counterfeit editions; authenticity certificates help avoid seizures
• Declare total weight accurately as directories can be bulky, affecting duty calculations