What types of books are classified under HS-4 4903?

HS-4 4903 includes children's picture, drawing, or coloring books specifically designed for kids.

Can I use HS-4 4903 for adult coloring books?

No, HS-4 4903 is strictly for children's books. Adult coloring books should be classified under a different heading.

Is there only one subheading under HS-4 4903?

Yes, the only subheading is **490300**, which covers all printed children's picture, drawing, or coloring books.

Do I need to provide additional documentation when importing children's books?

Typically, you will need to provide invoices and may need to verify that the books are intended for children.

Are educational children's books included in this classification?

Yes, as long as they are printed and specifically designed for children, they fall under HS-4 4903.

HS-4 · Heading

4903 — Children's picture, drawing or colouring books

Chapter 49: Printed books, newspapers

Plain-language overview

Use HS-4 4903 when importing children's picture, drawing, or coloring books. For example, if you're bringing in a shipment of 500 illustrated coloring books for kids, this is the correct code. It covers printed matter specifically designed for children, making it essential for accurate customs declarations.

When classifying under this heading, note that it specifically pertains to books aimed at children. If your product is a general art book or adult coloring book, it would not qualify here. Ensure your items are clearly marketed for children to avoid misclassification.

The only subheading under HS-4 4903 is 490300, which encompasses all printed children's picture, drawing, or coloring books. If your product includes other printed materials, you may need to look at different headings within Chapter 49 to find the right classification.

Keywords & topics

Short phrases that describe this HS-4 heading when you're searching or filtering schedules.

children's picture books · coloring books for kids · drawing books for children · printed children's books · illustrated books for kids · import children's books · customs classification children's books · HS code for coloring books · children's activity books · printed matter for children

Examples

Drawn from the official tariff wording for this HS-4 heading. Always confirm against your published schedule and legal notes.

Illustrated children's storybooks
Coloring books featuring popular cartoon characters
Drawing books with templates for kids
Activity books with puzzles and games for children
Educational picture books for early learners
Seasonal coloring books for holidays

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Questions & answers

For orientation only—the binding text is your national tariff and the WCO nomenclature your country uses.

What types of books are classified under HS-4 4903?: HS-4 4903 includes children's picture, drawing, or coloring books specifically designed for kids.
Can I use HS-4 4903 for adult coloring books?: No, HS-4 4903 is strictly for children's books. Adult coloring books should be classified under a different heading.
Is there only one subheading under HS-4 4903?: Yes, the only subheading is **490300**, which covers all printed children's picture, drawing, or coloring books.
Do I need to provide additional documentation when importing children's books?: Typically, you will need to provide invoices and may need to verify that the books are intended for children.
Are educational children's books included in this classification?: Yes, as long as they are printed and specifically designed for children, they fall under HS-4 4903.