Movie Promotion Poster from China
A large-format printed poster featuring film artwork and promotional text, typically 24x36 inches, used for advertising upcoming movie releases in theaters. It falls under HTS 4911.91.40.20 as a printed poster not over 20 years old at importation, classified as other printed pictures distinct from books or advertising brochures. The imagery is principal, with minimal text.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify the printing date to confirm the poster is not over 20 years old, as older items may shift to Chapter 97 for antiques
• Include detailed invoices specifying material (e.g
• paper stock) and dimensions to avoid misclassification as artwork