Unframed Lithograph Poster of Abstract Design

An unframed lithographic poster featuring an abstract geometric design, printed on paper thinner than 0.51 mm within the last 20 years. Classified under HTS 4911.91.20.40 for lithographs on paper/paperboard as 'other' printed pictures, excluding those in books or devoted to advertising. The litho process and material specs define its precise placement.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+10.0%10%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

4911.91.20Same rate: 10%

If lithographs over 0.51 mm thick

Lithographs on thicker paperboard use the subsequent thickness subheading.

4901.99.00Higher: 17.5% vs 10%

If bound with text as part of a book or collection

Printed pictures with relative text for binding into volumes fall under printed books per Chapter Note 1(c).

4911.10.00Higher: 17.5% vs 10%

If primarily advertising, like promotional posters

Publications essentially devoted to advertising are excluded from books and go to 4911.10 per Chapter Note 5.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Label shipments clearly as 'lithographs on paper' with thickness measurement to prevent measurement disputes at entry

Include process certification (lithography) as customs may scrutinize against cheaper offset prints

Avoid bundling with advertising text, which could reclassify to 4911.10 as printed advertising matter

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