National Geographic Magazine
A monthly periodical featuring articles on science, geography, history, and culture, illustrated with high-quality photographs. Classified under HTS 4902.90.20 as a journal or periodical containing advertising material but primarily devoted to informational content. It is unbound and issued periodically, fitting the chapter's definition for heading 4901 exclusions.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | +17.5% | 17.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
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If bound other than in paper or in sets under single cover
Chapter note specifies bound newspapers/journals or multi-issue sets classify in 4901 regardless of advertising.
If essentially devoted to advertising, like promotional catalogs
Heading 4901 excludes publications primarily for advertising (e.g., trade catalogs), directing them to 4911.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the publication is issued at regular intervals (e.g
• monthly) to qualify as a periodical; sporadic issues may shift classification
• Include proof of printing method (e.g
• offset lithography) as per chapter note 2; declare if reproduced via ADP machine
• Avoid binding in non-paper covers, as bound journals go to 4901; common pitfall is misdeclaring frequency
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