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4902 — Newspapers, journals and periodicals, whether or not illustrated or containing advertising material
Chapter 49: Printed books, newspapers
Plain-language overview
Use HS-4 4902 when importing or exporting newspapers, journals, or periodicals, such as a weekly magazine or a daily newspaper. This classification applies whether these publications are illustrated or contain advertising material.
Deciding between the two HS-6 lines under 4902 hinges on the frequency of publication. If your product appears at least four times a week, classify it under HS-6 490210. For those published less frequently, use HS-6 490290.
When considering HS-6 490210, think of daily newspapers or bi-weekly journals. In contrast, if you are dealing with a monthly magazine or a quarterly periodical, HS-6 490290 is the appropriate choice.
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HS-4 4902 · newspapers classification · periodicals import/export · HS-6 490210 · HS-6 490290 · publication frequency · illustrated journals · advertising material in periodicals · importing magazines · exporting newspapers
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- Daily newspapers with local and national news
- Weekly lifestyle magazines featuring articles and ads
- Bi-weekly journals on scientific research
- Monthly periodicals on fashion or technology
- Quarterly publications for academic or professional fields
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- What is HS-4 4902 used for?
- How to classify newspapers for import?
- What are the differences between HS-6 490210 and 490290?
- Do I need to classify my magazine under HS-4 4902?
- What types of periodicals fall under HS-4 4902?
- How often does a publication need to appear to use HS-6 490210?
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- how to classify newspapers under HS-4 4902
- differences between HS-6 490210 and 490290 explained
- importing periodicals with advertising material
- what qualifies as a journal under HS-4 4902
- guidelines for exporting illustrated newspapers
- frequency of publication and HS-6 classification
- examples of periodicals for HS-4 4902
- requirements for importing journals and magazines
Questions & answers
For orientation only—the binding text is your national tariff and the WCO nomenclature your country uses.
- What types of publications are included in HS-4 4902?
- HS-4 4902 includes newspapers, journals, and periodicals, whether illustrated or containing ads.
- How do I determine the correct HS-6 code for my publication?
- Check the frequency of publication: use HS-6 490210 for those appearing at least four times a week, and HS-6 490290 for less frequent publications.
- Can I classify a digital magazine under HS-4 4902?
- Yes, if it meets the criteria for newspapers or periodicals, including frequency and content.
- Are there any special requirements for importing newspapers?
- Ensure compliance with local regulations and any specific import duties that may apply.
- What if my publication has both printed and digital formats?
- Classify based on the printed version's frequency and content, as HS-4 4902 focuses on printed materials.
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