Yellow Pages Business Directory
A comprehensive printed telephone directory listing local businesses alphabetically by category, including contact details and advertisements. Classified under HTS 4901.99.00.30 as a directory, which is a type of printed book or similar matter not devoted primarily to advertising.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| šØš³China | Free | +17.5% | 17.5% |
| š²š½Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| šØš¦Canada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| š©šŖGermany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| šÆšµJapan | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If primarily advertising-focused
Publications essentially devoted to advertising, like promotional directories, fall under heading 4911 per Chapter Note 3.
If containing religious content
Dictionaries and directories with religious themes may classify under the specific religious books subheading.
If in single sheets or posters
Directories reproduced as unassembled sheets or large posters are classified as printed matter in heading 4911.
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Import Tips & Compliance
ā¢ Verify the publication qualifies as a 'directory' per Chapter 49 notes, not primarily advertising content which shifts to 4911
ā¢ Include publisher's declaration confirming it's wholly or partly printed in the country of export
ā¢ Check for binding type; non-paper binding may still classify here per chapter notes but requires detailed description
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