Tourist Information Packet

Packet containing maps, cultural sites information, and visitor guidelines printed by foreign government tourism ministry for free distribution at embassies. Qualifies under 9809.00.80 as non-commercial government printed matter.

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.

4905.90.20Higher: 17.5% vs 10%

If contains commercial advertising

Promotional tourist literature with ads classified under Chapter 49 globes/maps.

9801.00.10Same rate: 10%

If US goods returned after foreign printing

US-origin materials enhanced abroad qualify under drawback provisions.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Ensure no hotel/restaurant advertising to maintain non-commercial status

Provide tourism ministry certification and State Department endorsement

Keep distribution logs proving free giveaway to tourists and visitors

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