King James Version Bible
The King James Version Bible is a classic English translation of the Holy Bible, printed on paper with numbered pages in a bound format suitable for reading and study. It falls under HTS 4901.99.0040 as a religious book containing sacred scriptures central to Christian worship and devotion. This classification applies to complete printed books devoted primarily to religious texts rather than advertising or illustrations alone.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If containing significant advertising or promotional material
Publications essentially devoted to advertising, even if religious-themed, shift to heading 4911 per chapter note 5.
If imported as unbound sheets or signatures for binding
Printed parts designed for binding into books are covered under 4901 but specified separately if not complete volumes.
If bound in non-paper materials like leather or rigid covers
Registers or account books bound other than in paper may apply, though religious texts typically stay in 4901 unless account-focused.
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New International Version New Testament
The New International Version New Testament is a modern English translation of the Christian New Testament scriptures, produced as a standalone bound book. Classified under HTS 4901.99.0040 for its role as a testament, a core religious text used in worship and personal study. It meets chapter criteria for printed books with text as the principal element.
Book of Common Prayer
The Book of Common Prayer is an official liturgical text used in Anglican worship, containing prayers, services, and rites in a bound printed format. It qualifies under HTS 4901.99.0040 as a prayer book, a traditional religious publication with sacred content for devotional use. Printed reproductions with text as the main feature align with chapter 49 definitions.
Catholic Missal
A Catholic Missal is a comprehensive prayer book containing the texts for Mass, including readings, prayers, and rituals, bound for daily liturgical use. It is classified in HTS 4901.99.0040 as a prayer book or other religious book essential to Catholic worship. The printed format with sequential pages fits heading 4901 for complete religious works.
Bhagavad Gita
The Bhagavad Gita is a sacred Hindu scripture depicting a dialogue on dharma, printed as a bound book with English or Sanskrit text for devotional reading. Under HTS 4901.99.0040, it qualifies as an other religious book due to its scriptural status in Hinduism. As a complete printed work with text primary, it aligns with chapter 49 exclusions from images alone.
Quran with Translation
A printed Quran with parallel Arabic text and English translation, bound as a complete holy book for Muslim prayer and study. Classified under HTS 4901.99.0040 as a religious book embodying Islamic scripture. Meets criteria for printed books not devoted to advertising.
Torah Scroll Reproduction
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